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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EV tax credit ends, but customers report strong ease of purchase as dealership availability and financing improve.

Customer ease of purchase holds steady despite EV rush

- October 2, 2025
On the Dash: CDK's Ease of Purchase index remained stable at 89%, despite the surge in purchasing activity. In-stock availability rose to 48%, though many buyers still visited multiple dealerships...
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GM lays off 900 workers at Kansas plant after delaying second shift due to weaker EV demand and changes in federal incentives.

GM lays off 900 workers at Fairfax Assembly plant

- October 2, 2025
On the Dash: GM laid off 900 workers at its Kansas plant after postponing the second shift indefinitely. Delays are tied to lower EV demand, the end of federal tax...
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BYD posts first monthly sales decline in 2025 as rival EV makers set record deliveries amid strong market competition in China.

BYD posts first monthly sales decline in 2025

- October 2, 2025
On the Dash: BYD’s September deliveries fell nearly 6% year-over-year, marking its first decline in 2025. EV startups, including Leapmotor, Xpeng, Nio, and Xiaomi, set new monthly delivery records. The...
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U.S. roadway fatalities fell 8.2% in the first half of 2025, marking the largest mid-year drop since 2008 despite more driving.

US roadway fatalities drop 8% in first half of 2025

- October 1, 2025
On the Dash: NHTSA found that roadway fatalities in the United States fell by 8.2% during the first half of 2025. The decline continues the trend of declining road fatalities...
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U.S. DOE acquires 5% stake in Lithium Americas and Thacker Pass JV with GM to boost domestic lithium production for EVs.

US DOE takes stake in Lithium Americas and GM joint venture

- October 1, 2025
On the Dash: The U.S. DOE took a 5% stake in Lithium Americas and its Thacker Pass joint venture with GM. Thacker Pass is expected to produce 40,000 metric tons...
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Hertz

Hertz expands direct-to-consumer sales with new online platform

- October 1, 2025
On the Dash: Hertz is expanding HertzCarSales.com into a full online platform to sell used vehicles directly to consumers. Direct-to-consumer sales become Hertz’s primary, more profitable channel, competing with Carvana. ...
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Jason Swiech shares CDK’s 2025 F&I Shopper Study insights on improving satisfaction, trust, and engagement at dealerships.

CDK’s Jason Swiech on F&I strategies to boost customer trust

- October 1, 2025
The F&I process remains one of the most critical touchpoints in the dealership. On today's episode of Inside Automotive, CDK's F&I Product Marketing Manager, Jason Swiech, breaks down the key...
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Dave Anderson cautions leaders about the dangers of “over-managing and under-leading."

Dave Anderson warns leaders against over-managing at the expense of leadership

- October 1, 2025
On the latest episode of Lessons in Leadership, LearnToLead founder Dave Anderson cautioned dealership leaders about the dangers of “over-managing and under-leading,” stressing the need for balance between organizational structure...
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The Fuel Emissions Freedom Act seeks to repeal federal and state vehicle emissions rules, sparking debate over cost, choice, and EVs.

Fuel Emissions Freedom Act: The bill that could SAVE America’s auto industry

- October 1, 2025
House Bill H.R. 4117, the Fuel Emissions Freedom Act, first introduced on June 24, 2025, is shaking up debate across the automotive world. The legislation, now under review by the...
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Johnny Garlich shares how F&I innovation, digital retailing, and AI are shaping the future of automotive ownership experiences.

Johnny Garlich on F&I innovation and crafting the ultimate ownership experience

- September 30, 2025
Success in F&I isn’t just about sales—it’s about creating an ownership experience customers love. On today's episode of Training Camp, host Adam Marburger sits down with his lifelong mentor, Johnny...
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