Hertz will sell used cars on Amazon Autos, marking a major retail push as dealers and fleet operators watch industry impacts.

Hertz to sell used cars on Amazon in major retail shift

Steve Greenfield - August 22, 2025

Welcome back to the latest episode of The Future of Automotive on CBT News, where we put recent automotive and mobility news into the context of the broader themes impacting the industry. I’m...

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Nissan leads HQ sale with KKR bidding $612M as automaker seeks cash amid restructuring and market pressures.

Nissan HQ in Yokohama draws $610M bid from KKR & Co.

Colin Fitzpatrick - August 21, 2025

On the Dash: KKR is the lead bidder for Nissan’s $610M Yokohama headquarters. The sale would give Nissan cash while leasing back the HQ for 10 years. Nissan is restructuring...

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On the latest episode of Marketing Matters, Ric Boccio discusses how dealers can leverage OTT effectively and avoid common pitfalls.

Not all OTT is created equal: The 5 red flags dealers should avoid – Ric Boccio | New Road Advertising

Jaelyn Campbell - August 21, 2025

In today’s digital-first environment, OTT, or over-the-top advertising, is quickly becoming the most efficient way for dealerships to increase brand awareness. On the latest episode of Marketing Matters, host Colin...

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At risk of stating the obvious, an automobile dealership earns its net income in the gap between revenue and operational expenses.

Increasing your automobile dealership group’s net income with indirect vendor cost reductions

Larry Levine - August 21, 2025

At risk of stating the obvious, an automobile dealership earns its net income in the gap between revenue and operational expenses. That’s true for any and all businesses, of course....

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Ford keeps dividend high despite profit slide

Colin Fitzpatrick - August 20, 2025

On the Dash: Ford’s 2025 dividends of 75 cents per share far exceed its 11 cents per share in earnings, raising sustainability concerns. Dividend payments of $1.8 billion already exceed...

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Ford and SK On are seeking buyers for surplus EV batteries from their Kentucky plant as consumer demand continues to cool.

Ford, SK On seek buyers for excess EV battery supply

Jasmine Kiniklis - August 20, 2025

On the Dash: Ford and SK On are looking for clients to purchase their excess battery supply amid declining consumer demand. Prospective clients include energy storage firms and other automakers. ...

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U.S. expands steel and aluminum tariffs to over 400 products, raising costs for auto parts, EVs, appliances and heavy equipment.

U.S. expands steel, aluminum tariffs to auto parts, appliances

Colin Fitzpatrick - August 20, 2025

On the Dash: U.S. expands steel and aluminum tariffs to 400+ imports, including auto parts and EV components. Tariffs cover $200B in goods and add a 50% duty on steel...

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J.D. Power's Tyson Jominy discusses July sales, EV demand, and how tariffs and affordability are shaping the market outlook.

U.S. auto market shows resilience with July gains despite affordability strain — Tyson Jominy | J.D. Power

Ashby Lincoln - August 20, 2025

The U.S. auto industry entered the second half of 2025 on stronger footing than many expected. In today's episode of Inside Automotive, Tyson Jominy, vice president of Data & Analytics...

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Dave Anderson explains how misinterpreting self-care can turn into self-sabotage and undermine career and personal well-being.

Dave Anderson on avoiding the pitfalls of self-care that undermine career success

Jasmine Kiniklis - August 20, 2025

There is a fine line between self-care and self-sabotage. In today's episode of Lessons in Leadership, leadership expert and founder of LearnToLead, Dave Anderson, discusses how misinterpreting self-care can unintentionally...

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Rental car companies are charging post-return “damage” fees. Protect yourself with photos, documentation, and knowing your rights.

$3,000 rental car scam: Are you getting ripped off?

Lauren Fix - August 20, 2025

Car rental companies are quietly charging unsuspecting customers thousands of dollars in so-called “damage” fees—often weeks after the car has been returned. These charges are frequently unsupported, barely documented, and...

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Hertz to sell used cars on Amazon in major retail shift

Nissan HQ in Yokohama draws $610M bid from KKR & Co.

Not all OTT is created equal: The 5 red flags dealers should avoid – Ric Boccio | New Road Advertising

Increasing your automobile dealership group’s net income with indirect vendor cost reductions

Ford keeps dividend high despite profit slide

Ford, SK On seek buyers for excess EV battery supply

U.S. expands steel, aluminum tariffs to auto parts, appliances

U.S. auto market shows resilience with July gains despite affordability strain — Tyson Jominy | J.D. Power

Dave Anderson on avoiding the pitfalls of self-care that undermine career success

$3,000 rental car scam: Are you getting ripped off?

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