TSLA405.86016.96%
GM82.1604.11%
F12.9750.535%
RIVN17.3350.445%
CYD42.9850.6631%
HMC25.2800.92%
TM219.0706.21%
CVNA392.39030.15%
PAG163.1107.09%
LAD288.08513.215%
AN208.75010.46%
GPI352.36016.88%
ABG213.7509.66%
SAH71.1703.8%
TSLA405.86016.96%
GM82.1604.11%
F12.9750.535%
RIVN17.3350.445%
CYD42.9850.6631%
HMC25.2800.92%
TM219.0706.21%
CVNA392.39030.15%
PAG163.1107.09%
LAD288.08513.215%
AN208.75010.46%
GPI352.36016.88%
ABG213.7509.66%
SAH71.1703.8%
TSLA405.86016.96%
GM82.1604.11%
F12.9750.535%
RIVN17.3350.445%
CYD42.9850.6631%
HMC25.2800.92%
TM219.0706.21%
CVNA392.39030.15%
PAG163.1107.09%
LAD288.08513.215%
AN208.75010.46%
GPI352.36016.88%
ABG213.7509.66%
SAH71.1703.8%


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New vehicle prices near $50,000 reflect regulatory mandates, compliance costs and tariffs, not dealer markups or supply issues.

Car prices aren’t high by accident — they’re the cost of government control

- February 24, 2026
Americans are paying more for new vehicles not because of greedy dealers or temporary market disruptions, but because the modern automobile has become a government-regulated platform. What once functioned as...
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Japan, tariffs

Japan presses US to avoid tougher tariffs amid policy shifts

- February 24, 2026
On the Dash: • Japan is seeking assurance it will not face harsher tariffs than under the 2025 trade deal. • The agreement lowered auto import duties to 15% from 27.5%. • New...
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Connected cars face growing cyber threat risks, from stolen data to hacked key fobs and vehicle systems.

Your car can get hacked! The cyber threat you can’t ignore

- February 20, 2026
Every year, vehicles become smarter, more connected, and more convenient—but that convenience comes with a hidden cost. Hackers are no longer just targeting computers and phones. Modern cars are now...
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GM CEO Mary Barra

GM to invest $63M CAD in Oshawa for next-gen trucks

- February 19, 2026
On the Dash: GM will invest 63 million Canadian dollars in its Oshawa plant to support next-generation truck production. The move comes amid rising U.S.-Canada trade tensions and threats of...
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Ford EV

Ford targets $30,000 EV with new battery strategy

- February 18, 2026
On the Dash: Ford aims to launch a $30,000 electric pickup in 2027 using a new EV platform. The company is cutting battery size, parts and assembly time to lower...
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Georgia considers raising minimum highway speed limit to 50 mph

Georgia proposal aims to curb crashes by raising minimum speed limit

- February 17, 2026
On the Dash: Lawmakers are considering raising the minimum speed limit on roads posted at 65 mph or higher to 50 mph. Supporters argue that slow-moving vehicles can be as...
Industry News Articles
Toyota is making one of its biggest moves yet! The Highlander — one of America’s most popular three-row SUVs — is going fully electric for 2027.

First look: 2027 Toyota Highlander EV

- February 13, 2026
Toyota is making one of its biggest moves yet, and it’s happening to one of its most important vehicles. The Highlander — one of America’s most popular three-row SUVs —...
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warranty presentation

Why a robust factory warranty presentation drives dealer success

- February 12, 2026
When it comes to F&I, the factory warranty presentation often gets rushed or skipped entirely. However, on today’s episode of F&I Today, Paul Brown, VP of Ascent Dealer Services, explains...
F&I Today F&I
California advances EV mandates and incentives

California pushes ahead on EV mandates as Detroit automakers reengage regulators

- February 11, 2026
While Washington has pulled back on electric vehicle mandates and emissions enforcement, California is moving in the opposite direction—and the nation’s largest automakers are paying close attention. This week, executives...
Daily Automotive News Articles
Dealers risk copyright claims as AI-generated or online vehicle images fill gaps in digital inventory.

Dealers face copyright risk when using AI to fill vehicle image gaps

- February 10, 2026
On the Dash: Dealers face legal risk when using AI-generated or online images without proper copyright clearance. Image shortages are common, especially among medium- and high-volume dealer groups, affecting sales...
Industry News Articles

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