TSLA426.0108.16%
GM78.7901.58%
F14.9301.26%
RIVN14.2200.07%
CYD57.3501.69%
HMC26.4700.21%
TM189.080-0.58%
CVNA68.2803.89%
PAG164.7303%
LAD276.5802.05%
AN189.9803.55%
GPI326.1806.07%
ABG187.7202.34%
SAH78.1602.26%
TSLA426.0108.16%
GM78.7901.58%
F14.9301.26%
RIVN14.2200.07%
CYD57.3501.69%
HMC26.4700.21%
TM189.080-0.58%
CVNA68.2803.89%
PAG164.7303%
LAD276.5802.05%
AN189.9803.55%
GPI326.1806.07%
ABG187.7202.34%
SAH78.1602.26%
TSLA426.0108.16%
GM78.7901.58%
F14.9301.26%
RIVN14.2200.07%
CYD57.3501.69%
HMC26.4700.21%
TM189.080-0.58%
CVNA68.2803.89%
PAG164.7303%
LAD276.5802.05%
AN189.9803.55%
GPI326.1806.07%
ABG187.7202.34%
SAH78.1602.26%


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November 2025 new-vehicle sales fell; BEV share declined post-tax credit, prices rose, but trade-ins offer relief.

November 2025 new-vehicle sales decline as EV tax credit ends

- December 5, 2025
On the Dash: In November 2025, new light-vehicle sales fell 5.5% year-over-year, continuing a two-month decline. BEV market share dropped to 5.1% following EV tax credit expiration, while EV incentives...
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Americans face ongoing vehicle tax on top of sales, registration, and fees, creating financial strain and frustration nationwide.

The hidden tax trap: How states quietly drain drivers year after year

- December 5, 2025
Most Americans assume that once you buy your car, pay the sales tax, register it, and keep up with routine fees, you’ve met your financial obligations as a vehicle owner....
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Trump administration proposes easing 2031 fuel economy rules, giving automakers flexibility while drawing criticism from environmental groups.

Trump administration proposes rollback of CAFE standards

- December 4, 2025
On the Dash: The Trump administration proposed rolling back CAFE standards to 34.5 mpg for 2022-2031 vehicles. Crossovers and small SUVs will be reclassified as passenger vehicles, easing regulatory burdens. ...
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The Q4 Cox Automotive Dealer Sentiment Index (CADSI) shows dealers face lower traffic, weaker profits, tight inventory, and falling EV optimism.

US dealer confidence drops amid economic uncertainty and slowing sales

- December 4, 2025
On the Dash: Dealer sentiment fell sharply in Q4, with current and future market indexes below 50. Traffic, profitability, and both new- and used-vehicle sales weakened, pressuring dealers nationwide. EV...
Articles Headlines
Paul Brown explains how the right F&I product mix and knowledgeable staff boost dealer profitability, customer satisfaction, and long-term wealth.

Maximize your F&I product mix to boost CSI and long-term profit

- December 4, 2025
The F&I department is a critical profit driver in the dealership. On today's episode of F&I Today, VP of Ascent Dealer Services, Paul Brown, discusses how to choose the correct...
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Stellantis launches Alfa Romeo Tonale for All with adaptive controls for drivers with upper limb disabilities.

Stellantis advances accessible driving with Tonale for All model

- December 3, 2025
On the Dash: Tonale for All features pedal-based steering and a custom central console for independent driving. The vehicle builds on Stellantis’ Autonomy and AMI for All programs, extending mobility...
Articles Headlines
Ford and Hyundai U.S. sales fell in November as EV demand dropped, while hybrid models saw stronger interest.

Ford, Hyundai US sales slip in November as EV demand drops

- December 3, 2025
On the Dash: Ford sales declined 0.7% in November, with EV deliveries down 61% due to expired tax credits and supply issues. Hyundai sales fell 2%, with EV demand dropping...
Comparisons Articles
Honda sales fell sharply in November while Toyota posted gains, highlighting diverging results driven by hybrids, trucks and supply constraints.

Honda dips on supply shortages as Toyota edges higher in November

- December 3, 2025
On the Dash: Honda sales dropped 15.3% in November due to supply shortages and weaker truck demand. Toyota sales rose 2.7% as strong light truck volume offset declines in Lexus...
Articles Headlines
Amazon changed the way America shops. Now it’s moving on the auto industry and positioning itself to become the central hub for buying vehicles

Amazon’s endgame: Becoming America’s one-stop car dealer

- December 3, 2025
Amazon changed the way America buys books, clothes, electronics, and groceries. Now it’s moving on the auto industry—and if you think this is just another “online shopping feature,” you’re missing...
Daily Automotive News Articles
Nvidia releases Alpamayo-R1, an open-source AI model that explains self-driving decisions to speed development and improve transparency.

Nvidia debuts Alpamayo-R1 to improve reasoning in autonomous vehicles

- December 2, 2025
On the Dash: • Nvidia released Alpamayo-R1 to help autonomous vehicles explain their decisions using natural language. • The model aims to give developers clearer insight into how self-driving systems interpret and...
Autonomous Vehicles Articles

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