TSLA346.650-6.17%
GM72.760-0.67%
F11.530-0.08%
RIVN14.690-0.6%
CYD39.600-0.18%
HMC23.490-0.35%
TM203.660-0.76%
CVNA320.2503.4%
PAG148.170-0.54%
LAD261.5403.97%
AN193.510-3.31%
GPI323.960-3.04%
ABG195.140-0.26%
SAH63.5000.19%
TSLA346.650-6.17%
GM72.760-0.67%
F11.530-0.08%
RIVN14.690-0.6%
CYD39.600-0.18%
HMC23.490-0.35%
TM203.660-0.76%
CVNA320.2503.4%
PAG148.170-0.54%
LAD261.5403.97%
AN193.510-3.31%
GPI323.960-3.04%
ABG195.140-0.26%
SAH63.5000.19%
TSLA346.650-6.17%
GM72.760-0.67%
F11.530-0.08%
RIVN14.690-0.6%
CYD39.600-0.18%
HMC23.490-0.35%
TM203.660-0.76%
CVNA320.2503.4%
PAG148.170-0.54%
LAD261.5403.97%
AN193.510-3.31%
GPI323.960-3.04%
ABG195.140-0.26%
SAH63.5000.19%


automotive industry insights

Jaguar Land Rover has revised its fiscal 2026 earnings forecast, lowering expected EBIT margins to 5–7%, down from its previous 10%.

Jaguar Land Rover slashes 2026 profit outlook as U.S. tariffs disrupt sales

- June 16, 2025
Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) has revised its fiscal 2026 earnings forecast, lowering expected EBIT margins to 5–7%, down from its previous estimate of 10%. This adjustment reflects the British automaker's...
Headlines Articles
retail used-vehicle sales in May

Retail used-vehicle sales hold steady in May despite tightening inventory

- June 16, 2025
Retail used-vehicle sales remained flat in May compared to April, with approximately 1.53 million units sold across franchised and independent dealerships, according to Cox Automotive's vAuto Live Market View data....
Articles Headlines
Rome

How Gary Rome builds community and culture one car giveaway at a time

- June 16, 2025
For over a decade, Gary Rome, president of the Gary Rome Auto Group and 2023 TIME Dealer of the Year, has awarded a car to outstanding students, showcasing the positive...
Featured Management & Leadership
new-vehicle inventory

U.S. new-vehicle inventory slips in June while prices continue to rise

- June 13, 2025
As of early June, new-vehicle inventory across U.S. dealerships fell to 2.47 million units, marking a 0.6% decline from May and a 12.2% drop year over year. While the market...
Articles Headlines
captive lenders

Captive lenders lose ground as banks and credit unions expand market share

- June 13, 2025
Captive lenders are steadily losing market share in both new- and used-vehicle lending as banks, credit unions, and independent finance companies grow more competitive, according to Experian Automotive's latest analysis...
Articles Headlines
Akio Toyoda was re-elected Toyota chairman as the automaker advances a \$33B buyout bid, drawing scrutiny from overseas investors.

Toyota’s Akio Toyoda re-elected Chairman amid $33B buyout scrutiny

- June 12, 2025
Akio Toyoda was re-elected chairman of Toyota Motor during the company’s annual general meeting on Thursday, securing continued support from shareholders despite international criticism of a $33 billion buyout bid...
Articles Headlines
BMW is simplifying its performance SUV lineup by eliminating its base model XM and moving forward exclusively with the BMW XM Label for 2026.

BMW streamlines XM lineup with 738-HP label model for 2026

- June 12, 2025
BMW is simplifying its flagship performance SUV lineup by eliminating the base model XM and moving forward exclusively with the high-powered BMW XM Label for 2026. The updated model, producing...
Headlines Articles
auto credit

Auto credit access eases in May

- June 12, 2025
Auto credit access improved slightly in May, according to the latest Dealertrack Credit Availability Index. The All-Loans Index rose to 96.7, up from 95.5 in April, marking a 1.2-point month-over-month...
Headlines Articles
Cox Automotive’s Charlie Chesbrough warns dealers to brace for slower sales as tariffs and inventory shortages take hold.

Cox Automotive’s Charlie Chesbrough warns of summer slowdown as market cools

- June 12, 2025
Auto sales are cooling off just as the summer season begins. In today's episode of Inside Automotive, Charlie Chesbrough, senior economist at Cox Automotive, joins host Jim Fitzpatrick to break...
Featured Inside Automotive
rare earth materials

New framework deal grants U.S. ‘upfront’ access to Chinese rare earth materials

- June 11, 2025
President Donald Trump announced the completion of a trade framework with China, pending final approval from Chinese President Xi Jinping. The deal outlines that China will provide the United States with...
Articles EVs & Technology

Latest Articles

Force Marketing, Bernie Moreno discuss key industry challenges
Latest Articles 04/07/26

Force Marketing, Bernie Moreno discuss key industry challenges

The AI gap in automotive retail dealers embrace AI, but say it falls short where it matters most 
Latest Articles 04/07/26

The AI gap in automotive retail: dealers embrace AI, but say it falls short where it matters most 

Luther Automotive acquires Eich Mazda & Volkswagen in Minnesota
Latest Articles 04/07/26

Luther Automotive acquires Eich Mazda & Volkswagen in Minnesota
Latest Articles 04/07/26

Iran war clouds auto outlook, LG Energy Q1 loss, March auto sales drop

Iran war uncertainty clouds auto outlook despite steady 2026 sales forecasts
Latest Articles 04/07/26

Iran war uncertainty clouds auto outlook despite steady 2026 sales forecasts

LG Energy swings to deeper loss as EV slowdown undercuts earnings
Latest Articles 04/07/26

LG Energy swings to deeper loss as EV slowdown undercuts earnings

March auto sales drop
Latest Articles 04/07/26

March auto sales drop as tariff pull-ahead skews year-over-year results

Recall visits drive service revenue and long-term customer trust
Latest Articles 04/07/26

Recall visits drive service revenue and long-term customer trust

FTC-Compliant
Latest Articles 04/07/26

How to stay FTC-compliant while hitting sales goals

Profit participation pressures reshape dealership warranty strategies
Latest Articles 04/07/26

Profit participation pressures reshape dealership warranty strategies


CBT News
Powered by  GDPR Cookie Compliance
Privacy Overview

This website uses cookies so that we can provide you with the best user experience possible. Cookie information is stored in your browser and performs functions such as recognising you when you return to our website and helping our team to understand which sections of the website you find most interesting and useful.