TSLA392.155-2.305%
GM77.8700.23%
F14.2600.08%
RIVN17.315-0.485%
CYD45.535-0.335%
HMC28.7750.885%
TM179.3702.45%
CVNA72.4851.895%
PAG205.0004.6%
LAD341.0359.665%
AN209.2405.70001%
GPI328.7259.325%
ABG225.9407.51%
SAH103.1003.37%
TSLA392.155-2.305%
GM77.8700.23%
F14.2600.08%
RIVN17.315-0.485%
CYD45.535-0.335%
HMC28.7750.885%
TM179.3702.45%
CVNA72.4851.895%
PAG205.0004.6%
LAD341.0359.665%
AN209.2405.70001%
GPI328.7259.325%
ABG225.9407.51%
SAH103.1003.37%
TSLA392.155-2.305%
GM77.8700.23%
F14.2600.08%
RIVN17.315-0.485%
CYD45.535-0.335%
HMC28.7750.885%
TM179.3702.45%
CVNA72.4851.895%
PAG205.0004.6%
LAD341.0359.665%
AN209.2405.70001%
GPI328.7259.325%
ABG225.9407.51%
SAH103.1003.37%


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Hybrid demand lifts Toyota, Hyundai, Subaru and Kia in June

Hybrid demand lifts Toyota, Hyundai, Subaru and Kia in June

- July 1, 2026
On the Dash: Toyota, Hyundai, Subaru and Kia each posted double-digit percentage sales gains in June 2026. Hyundai and Kia set all-time records for June, the quarter and the first...
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Kia posts record June and first-half U.S. sales on hybrid demand

Kia posts record June and first-half U.S. sales on hybrid demand

- July 1, 2026
On the Dash: Kia sold 70,507 units in June, up 10% and a brand record. Hybrid sales rose 187% in June, driven by Sportage and Sorento. First-half sales hit 430,727...
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Used car prices continued to rise in June, Carfax reports

Used car prices continued to rise in June, Carfax reports

- July 1, 2026
On the Dash: Used car prices rose just 1.3% in June, down from more than 3% in May according to Carfax. Hybrids and EVs lead all segments, up 11.9% since...
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Tesla updates FSD in older cars, full self-driving still absent

Tesla updates FSD in older cars, full self-driving still absent

- July 1, 2026
On the Dash: Tesla has started rolling out FSD v14 Lite to Hardware 3 (HW3) vehicles, the first major update for that hardware since early 2025. The build distills driving...
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Today marks deadline for USMCA review, with no extension in sight

U.S., Canada and Mexico hold virtual meeting today on USMCA

- July 1, 2026
On the Dash: USMCA hits its first mandatory review today, with extension, withdrawal or annual reviews all possible. Trump has signaled the U.S. won't renew the deal as written, delaying...
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Ken Garff Automotive Group builds AI-ready foundation with Domo and Snowflake

Ken Garff Automotive Group builds AI-ready foundation with Domo and Snowflake

- June 30, 2026
SILICON SLOPES, Utah--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Domo (NASDAQ: DOMO) today announced that Ken Garff Automotive Group, a family-owned automotive retailer with more than 70 dealerships across nine states, is using Domo with Snowflake to...
Press Releases
Ferrari and BMW join Tesla in shift from copper to aluminum wiring

Ferrari and BMW join Tesla in shift from copper to aluminum wiring

- June 30, 2026
On the Dash: Ferrari and BMW are introducing aluminum wiring in new models, joining Tesla and several Chinese EV makers in moving away from copper. Copper’s surge to nearly $15,000...
Global Industry News Articles
President Donald Trump signs memo backing Americans' right to fix their own cars.

Trump signs memo backing Americans’ right to repair their own cars

- June 30, 2026
On the Dash: Trump's memo backs Americans' right to repair their own vehicles using aftermarket parts. The EPA must clarify allowable emissions repairs within 30 days, by late July. Automakers...
Industry News Articles

Toyota global sales fall for fourth straight month, EV sales rise 170%

- June 30, 2026
On the Dash: Toyota's global sales fell 7.4% in May to 885,207 units, a fourth straight monthly decline. China weakness, Middle East shipping disruption, and the RAV4 changeover drove the...
Market Reports Articles
Ford rehires veteran engineers after AI quality push falls short

Ford rehires veteran engineers after AI quality push falls short

- June 30, 2026
On the Dash: Ford rehired 350 veteran engineers after AI quality tools failed to deliver results. Ford's automated systems and 900 AI cameras missed defects that experienced engineers caught. The...
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Bosch announces $225 million direct funding agreement with the U.S. Department of Commerce
Latest Articles 07/16/26

Bosch announces $225 million direct funding agreement with the U.S. Department of Commerce

Stellantis to prioritize four core brands in turnaround strategy, sources say The automaker plans to shift funding toward Jeep, Ram, Peugeot, and Fiat while maintaining its broader portfolio. On the Dash: Expect increased product investment and marketing support for Jeep, Ram, Peugeot and Fiat. Regional and niche brands may see reduced volume but more targeted positioning and shared platforms. Platform-sharing and rebadging strategies could affect inventory mix and model differentiation. Stellantis will concentrate most of its investment on four core brands as CEO Antonio Filosa pushes a turnaround strategy set for release May 21, according to a Reuters exclusive. The automaker has identified Jeep, Ram, Peugeot, and Fiat as its priority brands. It will allocate a “material increase” in funding to them, driven by their stronger global sales and profitability, marking a shift away from the company’s previous approach of distributing investment more evenly across its portfolio. Sign up for CBT News’ daily newsletter and get the latest industry stories delivered straight to your inbox. Stellantis will retain its 14-brand lineup, the largest in the industry, and will not shut down underperforming marques. Instead, the company will reposition secondary brands such as Citroën, Opel and Alfa Romeo to operate in regional or niche roles. These brands will rely on shared platforms and technology developed by the core brands while maintaining distinct styling and market identity. The strategy comes as Stellantis works to regain market share in the United States and Europe while facing growing competition from Chinese EV makers. The company earlier reported a 22.2 billion-euro charge tied to scaling back its EV plans, underscoring the urgency of the strategic shift. Its market valuation has also declined significantly in recent months. To support the transition, Stellantis will expand its use of shared “multi-energy” platforms that support electric, hybrid and internal combustion (ICE) vehicles. Additionally, the company is evaluating rebadging strategies and joint development programs, including collaborations with its Chinese partner, Leapmotor. Executives and investors backing the plan expect the increased focus on core brands to improve efficiency and strengthen financial performance. Analysts say Stellantis could still consider further consolidation if results fall short of expectations. Meta description (140 characters) Stellantis to boost funding for Jeep, Ram, Peugeot and Fiat, shifting strategy while maintaining its 14-brand global portfolio.
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Pricing transparency raises OEM website satisfaction, JD Power finds
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Hyundai takes full control of Boston Dynamics as robotics strategy accelerates
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Mitsubishi expands Texas port operations to speed dealer deliveries
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The AI platform capturing $10,000 a month in after-hours dealer revenue
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Fighting payment anxiety in the F&I office with empathy and value
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Mexico targets USMCA tariffs, Volkswagen expands affordable EVs, Lucid denies bankruptcy rumors
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Your new car now comes with a camera pointed at your face. Europe just made it mandatory
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Your new car now comes with a camera pointed at your face. Europe just made it mandatory

Mexico targets auto, steel tariffs as USMCA review puts North American trade in focus
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