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%


Automotive Industry Trends

President Biden joined United Auto Workers members in Detroit as they continued to strike against Big-Three automakers.

President Biden makes historical appearance at United Auto Workers strike

- September 27, 2023
President Biden visited a United Auto Workers picket line in Detroit on Tuesday, joining union members as the strike nears two full weeks. During the historical visit, Biden encouraged union members...
AutoNation has joined other top U.S. dealership groups in a bidding war for Pendragon, the U.K.'s second largest auto retailer.

AutoNation starts bidding war for U.K.’s Pendragon

- September 27, 2023
AutoNation is now looking to purchase the U.K.-based Pendragon automotive group, offering the company $544 million on Tuesday. The move has kicked off a bidding war between the top U.S. dealership...
Greta Crowley joins Driving Solutions to discuss common gaps in digital retail and how dealers can better serve their online customers.

The power of personalization: addressing digital retail gaps — Greta Crowley | Cox Automotive

- September 27, 2023
Research shows that car buyers who use digital retail to complete part of the purchase process online are the most satisfied with their shopping experience. However, many dealers are woefully...
Consumers are intentionally purchasing older used vehicles as inventory challenges and economic pressures force a change in spending habits.

Consumers buying older used vehicles to offset price increases

- September 26, 2023
Consumers are intentionally purchasing older used vehicles as inventory challenges and economic pressures force a change in spending habits. Automotive research platform iSeeCars.com reports that car prices have risen so fast...
Kia has announced familiar pricing and range details for its newest electric vehicle, the 2024 Niro crossover.

Kia plays it safe with 2024 Niro electric vehicle, announces price, range

- September 26, 2023
Kia has announced familiar pricing and range details for its newest electric vehicle, the 2024 Niro crossover. When it releases this fall, the electric vehicle will represent the third installment of the...
In the auto industry's competitive landscape, dealerships must prioritize customer satisfaction to achieve success

7 strategies for dealerships to enhance customer satisfaction

- September 26, 2023
In the auto industry's competitive landscape, dealerships must prioritize customer satisfaction to achieve success. Satisfying customers acts as fuel, driving growth and profitability for dealerships. As customers have endless options available...
Autonomous vehicles need at least one more decade to reach their potential, according to new forecasts by S&P Global Mobility.

Autonomous vehicles to spend another decade on the back burner

- September 25, 2023
Data analytics firm S&P Global Mobility estimates it will take another decade for autonomous vehicles to proliferate as adoption rates continue to underwhelm automotive industry forecasters. Rather than seeing widespread use,...
AutoNation has hired former Nissan and Gulf State Toyota executive Jeff Parent to replace outgoing chief operations officer Steve Kwak.

AutoNation appoints former Gulf States Toyota Pres. Jeff Parent to COO

- September 25, 2023
AutoNation has appointed former president and general manager of Gulf States Toyota, Jeff Parent, to serve as the dealership group's new chief operating officer. Parent will replace outgoing COO Steve Kwak,...
Cody Lusk and Mike DeSilva join Inside Automotive to discuss the unique challenges facing import auto dealers in the American car market.

How import auto dealers drive success for their brands

- September 25, 2023
Global vehicle franchises require organized communities of import auto dealers in countries like America, where direct-to-consumer sales models are largely banned. Franchised dealership networks are crucial to these corporations, as...
Tom Gage joins Driving Solutions to discuss how dealers should prepare for inventory shortages in the wake of the United Auto Workers strike.

Navigating inventory shortages amidst the United Auto Workers strike — Tom Gage | Lotlinx

- September 25, 2023
The United Auto Workers strike is now in its second week, with car manufacturers and union representatives having little to show despite several months of negotiations. As dealers prepare for...


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