Welcome back to the latest episode of The Future of Automotive on CBT News, where we put recent automotive and mobility news into the context of the broader themes impacting...
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 Ford U.S. sales fall 5.5% in February as EV volumes plunge. Read More
Scout Motors tops 160,000 reservations as hybrids dominate early demand. Read More
Iran conflict threatens U.S. auto sales...
During this year's NADA show in Las Vegas, David Wright, president of Dave Wright Nissan Subaru, was announced as the 2026 Time Dealer of the Year, a distinction honoring his...
Menus are a critical touchpoint in the F&I process. On today's episode of F&I Today, Ascent Dealer Services VP Paul Brown shares proven techniques for creating and presenting F&I menus...
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GM consolidates certified used-vehicle programs under CarBravo. Read More
Consumer Reports finds Detroit Three lead in costly destination charges. Read More
February 2026 U.S. auto sales projected at 1.19 million units...
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (March 3, 2026) – During the recent Dolphins Cancer Challenge (DCC) DCC XVI event at Hard Rock Stadium, a team of nearly 100 AutoNation Associates biked, walked...
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Dealers can expand certified inventory to include older and non-GM vehicles.
Omnichannel tools allow seamless online and in-store sales experiences.
GM-backed warranties and service support give dealers...
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Rising destination fees, up 67% since 2015, may impact affordability conversations and deal structuring.
Heavier trucks and EVs, some weighing over 10,000 pounds, incur higher logistics costs...
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February’s 1.19 million units and 15.6 million SAAR signal modest growth amid affordability pressures.
BEV share at 5.6%, and changing incentives require careful EV inventory and pricing...
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Dealers are entering spring with cautious optimism, expecting stronger demand despite ongoing traffic and profitability pressures.
New-vehicle sales sentiment remains weak, signaling continued challenges for inventory management...