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automotive industry insights
Tesla, LG Energy Solution to build $4.3 billion LFP battery plant in Michigan
On the Dash:
A $4.3 billion investment in U.S.-based battery production signals continued localization of EV supply chains.
Tesla’s focus on energy storage systems highlights growing demand beyond traditional vehicle...
Service advisors gain approvals through Jen Suzuki’s job-risk-reward formula
Explaining vehicle repairs doesn’t have to be complicated. On the latest episode of Loyalty-Based Sales Strategies, host Jen Suzuki, Founder and President of eDealer Solution, offers service advisors a simple, straightforward, proven...
How Ally Dealership Insurance can help dealers protect their inventory from theft and fraud
Dealerships are facing growing threats from increasingly sophisticated vehicle theft and fraud, which can erode profits and disrupt operations. On today's episode of Driving Solutions, Aaron Lee and Justin Bartlett...
F&I menu strategies that drive customer trust and dealer profits
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...
VW sued by dealerships over Scout EV direct-to-consumer sales
On the Dash:
Direct-to-consumer Scout EV sales may reduce dealer revenue from vehicle sales, financing, service, and cross-sales.
Legal disputes over “Authorized Products” could affect dealer access to new EV...
Stellantis sets 2026 AGM with board nominations and strategic reset
On the Dash:
Stellantis will hold its 2026 AGM on April 14 in Amsterdam.
John Elkann and Robert Peugeot are proposed for re-election; Juergen Esser is nominated as a new...
CBT News and RouteOne launch Remarkable Leaders in F&I awards
F&I professionals are essential to dealership performance, driving profitability while ensuring compliance and building customer trust. Yet, their contributions often go unrecognized beyond their own stores. To change that, CBT...
All-Pro Auto Reconditioning acquires OOBE, expanding single vendor solution for dealership partners nationwide
HOUSTON, TX — All-Pro Auto Reconditioning (APAR), a national provider of automotive reconditioning and detailing services to franchise and independent dealerships, announced the acquisition of OOBE, a leading dealership photography...
Lucid trims hundreds of jobs amid EV market pressure
On the Dash:
• Lucid is cutting 12% of its workforce, affecting hundreds of employees.
• Production workers in Arizona are not impacted by the layoffs.
• The company is focused on margin...
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