Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama team members donate bicycles, toys, and funds to Marine Corps Toys for Tots

CBT News Editorial Team - December 15, 2025

Montgomery, Ala. – December 12, 2025 - For the 21st consecutive year, Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama team members held a toy, bicycle, and fund drive for the Marine Corps Toys for...

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Frank Eckert on how dealers can boost service drive revenue with transparency, speed, and AI

Jaelyn Campbell - December 15, 2025

Frank Eckert, president of Eckert Solutions Group, says dealership service drive losses often stem from unclear pricing, slow scheduling, and inconsistent processes rather than customer resistance. On the latest episode...

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Jen Suzuki shares the key strategies to create effective video multipoint inspections that boost trust, approvals, and CSI scores.

Get faster approvals, build customer trust with effective video MPIs

Jasmine Kiniklis - December 15, 2025

Sharing video MPIs with customers can improve service department approval outcomes by nearly 30%. On today's episode of Loyalty-Based Sales Strategies, Jen Suzuki, sales trainer and president of eDealer Solutions,...

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Weekly roundup: Waymo recalls software after school-bus incidents, Stellantis brings Fiat Topolino to US, Fed cuts rates again

CBT News Editorial Team - December 13, 2025

ICYMI: Waymo recalls software after self-driving cars illegally pass school buses. Stellantis will bring the all-electric micro Fiat Topolino to the U.S. The Fed cuts rates to 3.5–3.75%. Dealertrack Credit...

Daily Automotive News

Ford Pro launches fleet upgrades, Stellantis donates $18,000 to toy drive, Rivian’s Autonomy+ package

CBT News Editorial Team - December 12, 2025

Top Stories Ford Pro launches Telematics asset tracking and software upgrades for year-end fleet efficiency. Read More Stellantis employees donate $18,000 in toys to Sparky’s Toy Drive. Read More Rivian unveils custom self-driving...

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Ford Pro launches Telematics asset tracking and software upgrades for year-end fleet efficiency

Jaelyn Campbell - December 12, 2025

On the Dash: Ford Pro has launched new Telematics features, including Asset Tracking, which enhances GPS tracking, battery monitoring, and overall fleet visibility. The latest software updates provide improvements in...

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Porsche opens new state-of-the-art parts and technical training center in Fort Worth, Texas

CBT News Editorial Team - December 11, 2025

Atlanta, Georgia. Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (PCNA) announced today the opening of its new Parts Distribution Center and Technical Training Facility in Fort Worth, Texas. Strategically located in the heart...

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Feds cuts rates again, Ford and SK On end joint venture, Auto loans approval rates rise

CBT News Editorial Team - December 11, 2025

Top Stories Federal Reserve lowers rates to 3.5–3.75%, limits relief for car buyers. Read More Ford, SK On end US battery joint venture amid EV slowdown. Read More Auto loan approval rates rise...

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TIME reveals 2026 Dealer of the Year finalists from four NADA regions

Jaelyn Campbell - December 11, 2025

On the Dash: TIME announced 47 nominees for the 2026 Dealer of the Year award, honoring exceptional franchised dealers for business performance and community service. Ally Financial, the award’s sponsor,...

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Auto loan approval rates rise as Dealertrack credit index reaches 99.1

Colin Fitzpatrick - December 11, 2025

On the Dash: The Dealertrack Credit Availability Index reached 99.1 in November, its highest level since October 2022. Approval rates rose to 73.6%, yield spreads narrowed to 6.80, and subprime...

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Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama team members donate bicycles, toys, and funds to Marine Corps Toys for Tots

Frank Eckert on how dealers can boost service drive revenue with transparency, speed, and AI

Get faster approvals, build customer trust with effective video MPIs

Weekly roundup: Waymo recalls software after school-bus incidents, Stellantis brings Fiat Topolino to US, Fed cuts rates again

Ford Pro launches fleet upgrades, Stellantis donates $18,000 to toy drive, Rivian’s Autonomy+ package

Ford Pro launches Telematics asset tracking and software upgrades for year-end fleet efficiency

Porsche opens new state-of-the-art parts and technical training center in Fort Worth, Texas

Feds cuts rates again, Ford and SK On end joint venture, Auto loans approval rates rise

TIME reveals 2026 Dealer of the Year finalists from four NADA regions

Auto loan approval rates rise as Dealertrack credit index reaches 99.1

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