As the automotive industry is on the brink of transformation, dealerships face shifting customer needs, the rise of electric vehicles (EVs), and the integration of advanced technologies like artificial intelligence (AI).

Q&A: Tasso Roumeliotis of Numa on predictions for service departments in 2025

CBT News Editorial Team - November 26, 2024

As the automotive industry is on the brink of transformation, dealerships face shifting customer needs, the rise of electric vehicles (EVs), and the integration of advanced technologies like artificial intelligence...

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Tesla, Rivian settle trade secret lawsuit, 2025 Volvo XC90 overhaul, Nissan wins AEB class action ruling

CBT News Editorial Team - November 25, 2024

Top stories Tesla, Rivian near settlement in lawsuit over alleged trade secret theft. Read More 2025 Volvo XC90 gets major makeover with new features and technology. Read More Nissan wins court ruling to decertify...

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EV makers Tesla and Rivian are reportedly on the brink of settling a lawsuit in which Tesla accused Rivian of stealing its battery technology

Tesla, Rivian near settlement in lawsuit over alleged trade secret theft

Jaelyn Campbell - November 25, 2024

After a four-year legal battle, EV makers Tesla and Rivian are reportedly on the brink of settling a lawsuit in which Tesla accused Rivian of stealing its battery technology by...

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Nissan convinced a federal appeals court to decertify a class action lawsuit accusing it of selling vehicles with faulty AEB systems

Nissan wins court ruling to decertify class action over faulty AEB systems

Jaelyn Campbell - November 25, 2024

On November 22, Nissan convinced a federal appeals court to decertify a class action lawsuit accusing the automaker of selling vehicles with faulty automatic emergency braking (AEB) systems. These systems...

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Willie Beck on current M&A trends and dealer outlook

Jasmine Kiniklis - November 25, 2024

Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activity in the automotive industry has surged in recent years and shows no signs of slowing down. In today's episode of Inside Automotive, Wille Beck, co-managing...

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Jake Sodikoff shares his insights and the difficulties Nissan faced regarding its ongoing challenges on today’s episode of Inside Automotive.

Navigating Nissan’s challenges and thriving in the used car market – Jake Sodikoff

Jaelyn Campbell - November 25, 2024

In a market where Nissan is struggling to maintain its momentum, Jake Sodikoff, dealer principal at Steven Nissan and owner of HoneyCar, shares his insights on the brand's ongoing challenges...

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In the auto industry, preparation is everything. With a president-elect chosen, we’re entering a period of adjustment.

Preparing sales teams for post-election impact on the auto industry

L.A. Williams - November 25, 2024

In the automotive industry, preparation is everything—especially after a major election. With a president-elect chosen, we’re entering a period of adjustment. While it will take time for new policies to...

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But Jonathan Dawson, sales trainer and creator of Sellcology, argues that this objection is an opportunity—not a setback.

Mastering the ‘I found a better deal’ objection with Jonathan Dawson

CBT News Editorial Team - November 23, 2024

How do you respond when a customer says, “I found a better deal down the road”? For many salespeople, it’s a moment of panic and frustration. But Jonathan Dawson, sales...

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Bosch to slash over 5,000 jobs amid industry-wide cost-cutting efforts

Jaelyn Campbell - November 22, 2024

German auto-parts giant Robert Bosch announced plans to cut up to 5,550 jobs across its operations, citing challenges from subdued car sales, intense competition, and an industry-wide pivot to electric...

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Auto industry urges Trump to keep EV tax credit and emissions standards

CBT News Editorial Team - November 22, 2024

The auto industry has called on President-elect Donald Trump to preserve the $7,500 electric vehicle (EV) tax credit, a key component of President Joe Biden’s policies to promote EV adoption...

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Q&A: Tasso Roumeliotis of Numa on predictions for service departments in 2025

Tesla, Rivian settle trade secret lawsuit, 2025 Volvo XC90 overhaul, Nissan wins AEB class action ruling

Tesla, Rivian near settlement in lawsuit over alleged trade secret theft

Nissan wins court ruling to decertify class action over faulty AEB systems

Willie Beck on current M&A trends and dealer outlook

Navigating Nissan’s challenges and thriving in the used car market – Jake Sodikoff

Preparing sales teams for post-election impact on the auto industry

Mastering the ‘I found a better deal’ objection with Jonathan Dawson

Bosch to slash over 5,000 jobs amid industry-wide cost-cutting efforts

Auto industry urges Trump to keep EV tax credit and emissions standards

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