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%


automotive industry insights

Car buyers are warming up to electric vehicles but continue to cite affordability as a key obstacle to making the switch from gas.

Electric vehicle affordability blocking lower-income buyers from market

- July 26, 2023
Car buyers are warming up to the electric vehicle segment but continue to cite affordability as a key obstacle to making the switch from gas. Low-income shoppers are especially likely to object to...
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Today on CBT Now, we’re joined by Ryan Kerrigan, Managing Director of Kerrigan Advisors, to update us on mergers and acquisitions in automotive today. 

Buy-sell market continues to defy the odds — Ryan Kerrigan | Kerrigan Advisors

- July 26, 2023
Today on CBT Now, we’re joined by Ryan Kerrigan, Managing Director of Kerrigan Advisors, to update us on mergers and acquisitions in automotive today.  The Kerrigan Index is a monthly study...
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J.D. Power has announced a new partnership with data analytics firm Palantir Technologies to create new artificial intelligence solutions.

J.D. Power, Palantir to partner on artificial intelligence tools for dealers, OEMs

- July 25, 2023
J.D. Power has announced a new partnership with data analytics firm Palantir Technologies to create artificial intelligence solutions for the car business. In a press release, the two companies stated that...
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General Motors saw a complicated second quarter during which its profits rose significantly but with tighter margins than the year before.

General Motors raises yearly guidance, but felt profit pressures in Q2

- July 25, 2023
General Motors saw a complicated second quarter during which its profits rose significantly but with tighter margins than the year before. According to its quarterly earnings report, General Motors witnessed its...
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In response to a national crime wave fueled by social media, Hyundai wants to accelerate the release of a software patch to secure its vehicles from being targeted by thieves.

Hyundai aims to expedite anti-theft software following social media-fueled crime wave

- July 25, 2023
In response to a national crime wave fueled by social media, Hyundai wants to accelerate the release of a software patch to secure its vehicles from being targeted by thieves. This...
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On July 24, California-based Enevate and Korea's JR Energy Solution announced a joint venture in which they would build a U.S. battery cell electrode factory. 

The U.S. is getting a new EV battery cell electrode facility

- July 25, 2023
On July 24, California-based Enevate and Korea's JR Energy Solution announced a joint venture in which they would build a U.S. battery cell electrode factory.  Enevate and JR Energy Solutions, JR...
Headlines Articles
Gail Rubinstein joins Inside Automotive to discuss social media strategies and artificial intelligence tools for the dealership.

Enhancing your dealership’s social media strategy with AI — Gail Rubinstein | Retail Resilient

- July 25, 2023
Social media and artificial intelligence have completely transformed the way dealers connect and interact with customers. On this episode of Inside Automotive, host Jim Fitzpatrick is joined by Gail Rubinstein,...
Sales & Marketing Inside Automotive
Mike Hoyser from Phone Ninjas joins Inside Automotive to discuss how dealerships are handling an increase in phone call volume.

How to take back control of your dealership’s call center — Mike Hoyser | Phone Ninjas

- July 25, 2023
As new car inventory across the country expands, so too has the number of calls placed to dealerships. The increase in volume has made it challenging for employees to keep...
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Tesla CEO Elon Musk has rebranded Twitter as "X," replacing the platform's iconic blue branding with a new black-and-white theme.

Tesla CEO Musk swaps out Twitter bird with ‘X’ logo after ad revenue declines

- July 24, 2023
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has formally rebranded Twitter as "X," substituting the social media platform's iconic white-and-blue bird logo on Monday with a simple black-and-white design featuring the titular letter. The...
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Jeep-maker Stellantis and South Korean tech manufacturer Samsung SDI have confirmed plans to build a new electric vehicle battery plant.

Stellantis and SDI agree to build second electric vehicle battery plant

- July 24, 2023
Jeep-maker Stellantis and South Korean tech manufacturer Samsung SDI have confirmed plans to build a new electric vehicle battery plant, slated to launch in 2027. The facility is the second project...
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