Waymo secures $5.6 billion to expand its AV robotaxi services in major U.S. cities, competing with Tesla’s new Cybercab.

Waymo secures $5.6B to grow autonomous robotaxi services nationwide

Jasmine Kiniklis - November 4, 2024

Alphabet's autonomous vehicle Waymo, now valued at over $45 billion, has received a significant boost with a $5.6 billion funding injection. This substantial investment paves the way for Waymo to...

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Ford plans to pause production of its all-electric F-150 Lightning at it's factory in Detroit from November 18 to January 6.

Ford halts production of all-electric F-150 Lightning to tackle inventory challenges

Jaelyn Campbell - November 1, 2024

Ford Motor Company plans to pause production of its all-electric F-150 Lightning at the Rouge Electric Vehicle Center in suburban Detroit from November 18 to January 6. This seven-week shutdown,...

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Stellantis reports a 27% decline in Q3 profits

Jasmine Kiniklis - October 31, 2024

Stellantis, the parent company of Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, and Ram, continues to struggle. Its third-quarter results, published on October 31, revealed that revenue fell by 27%. The automaker attributes its disappointing results...

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BYD surpasses Tesla in quarterly revenue as hybrid sales drive record growth

Jaelyn Campbell - October 31, 2024

On Wednesday, China’s BYD reported a quarterly revenue of 201.1 billion yuan ($28.2 billion) for the third quarter, marking the first time it has outpaced Tesla in sales. Despite falling...

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Jen Suzuki shares her insight on how a strong and positive dealership culture can be powerful in combatting turnover plaguing the industry

Revitalize your dealership culture for today’s automotive market – Jen Suzuki | eDealer Solutions

Jasmine Kiniklis - October 31, 2024

According to the National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA), dealerships' annual turnover rate continues to grow at an alarming rate, with over 46 percent of employees leaving the industry. This mass...

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From the screen to the showroom: video strategies that will increase your sales

Tianna Mick - October 31, 2024

In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, car salespeople need to adopt innovative strategies to connect with customers and boost sales. One of the most impactful tools available to a car salesperson...

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How the Amazon-Hyundai partnership is transforming car buying and consumer experiences – Andy Wright | Vinart Dealerships

Jaelyn Campbell - October 30, 2024

The standout partnership between Amazon and Hyundai created quite a buzz at the top of the year. In today's episode of Inside Automotive, we’re diving into how this partnership is...

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Tesla’s new 48-volt connector aims to cut costs and boost efficiency

Jaelyn Campbell - October 29, 2024

Tesla, known for its transformative impact on the automotive market, is taking another bold step by introducing a standardized 48-volt electrical connector. The EV maker states that it has integrated...

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How dealers can convert digital leads into major revenue – Sean and Karen Bradley | Dealer Synergy

Jasmine Kiniklis - October 29, 2024

With a staggering increase in Americans using the internet as their first step in their hunt for a new vehicle, BDCs are proving to be an effective way for dealerships...

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UAW Local 2209 initiates strike authorization vote at GM’s Fort Wayne plant

CBT News Editorial Team - October 28, 2024

United Auto Workers (UAW) Local 2209 is set to hold a critical vote on Wednesday regarding a potential strike at General Motors' Fort Wayne Assembly Plant in Indiana. The plant...

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Waymo secures $5.6B to grow autonomous robotaxi services nationwide

Ford halts production of all-electric F-150 Lightning to tackle inventory challenges

Stellantis reports a 27% decline in Q3 profits

BYD surpasses Tesla in quarterly revenue as hybrid sales drive record growth

Revitalize your dealership culture for today’s automotive market – Jen Suzuki | eDealer Solutions

From the screen to the showroom: video strategies that will increase your sales

How the Amazon-Hyundai partnership is transforming car buying and consumer experiences – Andy Wright | Vinart Dealerships

Tesla’s new 48-volt connector aims to cut costs and boost efficiency

How dealers can convert digital leads into major revenue – Sean and Karen Bradley | Dealer Synergy

UAW Local 2209 initiates strike authorization vote at GM’s Fort Wayne plant

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