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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The federal government partially shut down Oct. 1 after Congress failed to pass a funding agreement, marking the first shutdown since 2018

U.S. government shutdown begins, potentially disrupting the auto industry 

- October 3, 2025
On the Dash: Reduced EPA staffing cuts may delay certification of 2026–2027 models, forcing automakers to hold finished vehicles and potentially tighten dealer supply. Federal delays could stall updated rules...
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Tesla Q3 deliveries rise 7% to 497,099 as U.S. buyers rush EV purchases before federal tax credit expiration.

Tesla deliveries climb 7% as federal EV credit ends

- October 3, 2025
On the Dash: Tesla delivered 497,099 vehicles in Q3 2025, a 7% increase year-over-year. U.S. sales surged ahead of federal EV tax credit expiration, offsetting weaker European demand. Tesla will...
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Hyundai cuts 2026 Ioniq 5 prices up to $10,000, making the EV SUV competitive with gas-powered midsize vehicles.

Hyundai slashes 2026 Ioniq 5 prices after tax credits end

- October 3, 2025
On the Dash: Hyundai lowered 2026 Ioniq 5 prices by an average of $9,155, with some trims dropping nearly $10,000. Reductions exceed the $7,500 federal tax credit buyers previously qualified...
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Trump’s auto tariffs could cost U.S. automakers $188B over three years, driving higher car prices and pricing buyers out of the market.

Trump’s tariffs could cost U.S. automakers $188B

- October 3, 2025
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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...
Articles Headlines
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...
Articles Headlines
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...
Articles Headlines
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...
Articles Headlines
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...
Articles Headlines
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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