TSLA360.590-20.67001%
GM72.540-2.5%
F11.590-0.09%
RIVN15.4000.46%
CYD39.410-0.08%
HMC24.150-0.16%
TM207.010-2.66%
CVNA313.5481.45799%
PAG149.3400.18%
LAD251.8201%
AN197.680-0.29%
GPI329.450-1.34%
ABG194.7600.73%
SAH64.870-0.38%
TSLA360.590-20.67001%
GM72.540-2.5%
F11.590-0.09%
RIVN15.4000.46%
CYD39.410-0.08%
HMC24.150-0.16%
TM207.010-2.66%
CVNA313.5481.45799%
PAG149.3400.18%
LAD251.8201%
AN197.680-0.29%
GPI329.450-1.34%
ABG194.7600.73%
SAH64.870-0.38%
TSLA360.590-20.67001%
GM72.540-2.5%
F11.590-0.09%
RIVN15.4000.46%
CYD39.410-0.08%
HMC24.150-0.16%
TM207.010-2.66%
CVNA313.5481.45799%
PAG149.3400.18%
LAD251.8201%
AN197.680-0.29%
GPI329.450-1.34%
ABG194.7600.73%
SAH64.870-0.38%


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Eric DeMont joins CBT News to discuss the issue of lead defection and a new solution that could help dealers save money and time.

Resolving lead defection through artificial intelligence — Eric DeMont | Urban Science

- October 27, 2023
Lead defection is a frustrating problem for dealers, resulting in wasted money, time and effort. However, while retailers have historically had few remedies at their disposal, the proliferation of artificial...
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Matt Easton elaborates on what dealers are doing to climb the ladder of sales success on today's episode of Inside Automotive.

Revving up dealership sales: 3 essential components you can’t afford to ignore – Matt Easton

- October 27, 2023
Success in sales boils down to three main factors. On the latest episode of Inside Automotive, Matt Easton, sales coach, consultant, and founder of Easton University, breaks these factors down...
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On the evening of October 25, Ford and the UAW announced they had reached a “historic” tentative agreement to end a 41-day strike. 

UAW and Ford tentatively reach agreement to end 41-day strike

- October 26, 2023
On the evening of October 25, Ford and the United Auto Workers (UAW) union announced they had reached a “historic” tentative agreement to end a 41-day strike targeting the automaker.  The...
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New vehicle sales are expected to rise in October, despite ongoing manufacturing disruptions and economic instability.

October new vehicle sales to rise against UAW, economic headwinds

- October 26, 2023
Cox Automotive predicts that new vehicle sales will rise in October despite ongoing economic and manufacturing headwinds. According to the firm's forecast, new vehicle sales will top 1.23 million units, an...
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Stellantis will purchase a 20% stake in Chinese electric vehicle maker Leapmotor, with plans to help the brand secure overseas market share.

Stellantis to invest $1.58 billion in China’s Leapmotor, plans joint venture

- October 26, 2023
Stellantis has announced a $1.58 billion investment into Chinese electric vehicle maker Leapmotor. The investment will give the manufacturing conglomerate a 20% stake in the business and two seats on the...
Articles Headlines
Although Lexus has already launched its first EV, the RZ, the Japanese brand, unveiled its promising LF-ZC concept at the Japan auto show. 

Lexus reveals next-gen LF-ZC concept, a luxury EV promising greater range

- October 26, 2023
Although Lexus has already launched its first EV, the RZ, the Japanese brand, unveiled its promising LF-ZC concept at the Japan Auto Show.  The company's chief branding officer, Simon Humphries, presented...
Headlines Articles
Jade Terreberry joins CBT News to discuss the power of first-party data and the effort to equip dealers with this essential technology.

Maximizing dealership profits with first-party data — Jade Terreberry | Cox Automotive

- October 26, 2023
First-party data, customer information collected and stored by a business, is a powerful tool that allows companies to provide better, more efficient service. But with the digital landscape evolving faster...
Event Coverage

The biggest takeaways from dealership and OEM third-quarter reports — Kevin Tynan | Bloomberg Intelligence

- October 26, 2023
Third-quarter reports from the big dealership groups and automakers are in, giving analysts insight into the impact of the ongoing United Auto Workers strike and what the upcoming months have...
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U.S. car sales are projected to rise in October surpassing last year's total, but analysts are still concerned about the upcoming months.

October car sales ‘stronger than they appear’ forecasts S&P Global Mobility

- October 25, 2023
Analysts at S&P Global Mobility expect U.S. car sales to rise by the end of October but have expressed concern for the automotive sector should manufacturing and economic headwinds continue...
Articles Forecasts & Research
California's DMV has suspended GM's permit for AV deployment and testing, alleging the company has "misrepresented" the technology's safety

California DMV suspends permits for Cruise’s self-driving robotaxis

- October 25, 2023
California's Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) revealed it suspended General Motors’ permit for autonomous vehicle (AV) deployment and testing, alleging the company "misrepresented" the technology's safety.  The suspension follows a series...
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