TSLA426.0108.16%
GM78.7901.58%
F14.9301.26%
RIVN14.2200.07%
CYD57.3501.69%
HMC26.4700.21%
TM189.080-0.58%
CVNA68.2803.89%
PAG164.7303%
LAD276.5802.05%
AN189.9803.55%
GPI326.1806.07%
ABG187.7202.34%
SAH78.1602.26%
TSLA426.0108.16%
GM78.7901.58%
F14.9301.26%
RIVN14.2200.07%
CYD57.3501.69%
HMC26.4700.21%
TM189.080-0.58%
CVNA68.2803.89%
PAG164.7303%
LAD276.5802.05%
AN189.9803.55%
GPI326.1806.07%
ABG187.7202.34%
SAH78.1602.26%
TSLA426.0108.16%
GM78.7901.58%
F14.9301.26%
RIVN14.2200.07%
CYD57.3501.69%
HMC26.4700.21%
TM189.080-0.58%
CVNA68.2803.89%
PAG164.7303%
LAD276.5802.05%
AN189.9803.55%
GPI326.1806.07%
ABG187.7202.34%
SAH78.1602.26%


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Scott Cooke to Retire as President and CEO; Alec Hagey Named Successor

Scott Cooke to retire as President and CEO; Alec Hagey named successor

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PLANO, Texas (April 3, 2026) — Toyota Financial Services (TFS) today announced that Scott Cooke, president and chief executive officer, will retire effective June 30, 2026, after more than two decades...
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ASOTU Con 2026 set to expand attendance, spotlight AI and human-centered innovation

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Generic AI tools continue to fall short for dealers – Kerri Wise & Lance Schafer | Lotlinx  

Generic AI tools continue to fall short for dealers – Kerri Wise & Lance Schafer | Lotlinx  

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While many dealerships are experimenting with generative AI, most are only scratching the surface of what the technology can deliver. Joining us on today’s episode of Driving Solutions are Chief...
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A shift in control: Modern dealer marketing and access to agency-grade buying tools

A shift in control: Modern dealer marketing and access to agency-grade buying tools

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For years, automotive marketing has operated a clear structural hierarchy. Enterprise brands and large agencies controlled advanced buying infrastructure, including centralized programmatic platforms, identity resolution systems, cross-channel optimization tools, and...
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How AI increases tire revenue in the service lane

How AI increases tire revenue in the service lane

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Service lane performance is under pressure As new-vehicle margins continue to shrink and competition intensifies, automotive retailers are under growing pressure to protect profitability. As a result, optimizing fixed operations has...
Fixed-Ops Publishing Partners
AI: Hype is real - Pinewood.AI

AI, the hype is real – AI’s real impact on the automotive industry

- March 17, 2026
AI has the potential to transform the industry, but businesses are concerned that we are in yet another hype cycle. That’s why Pinewood.AI wanted to hear from an independent expert,...
Solutions Central
AWD

Dodge expands AWD performance strategy with 2026 Charger and Durango 

- March 10, 2026
On the Dash: The AWD expansion helps Dodge broaden its geographic sales potential, particularly in colder regions. Multi-energy powertrain offerings allow dealers to serve both EV and internal-combustion performance customers. ...
Industry News Articles
Canadian auto suppliers

Canadian auto suppliers reel as U.S. tariffs, EV policy shake industry

- March 9, 2026
On the Dash: Tariffs and EV policy shifts are creating near-term instability for North American supply chains, affecting production schedules and tool orders. Diversifying supplier bases and exploring non-automotive markets...
Industry News Articles
Hertz Q4 results,

Government shutdown, used-car prices weigh on Hertz fourth-quarter results

- February 27, 2026
On the Dash: Used-car pricing and fleet management remain critical to Hertz’s profitability and affect resale values. Higher vehicle depreciation and lower fleet utilization suggest dealers may see continued market...
Industry News Articles
wholesale

February sees stable wholesale prices with rising sales conversions

- February 20, 2026
On the Dash: Strong sales conversion and MMR retention signal healthy wholesale demand heading into spring. Luxury and EV segments are outperforming, offering margin opportunities. Slightly rising supply levels remain...
Data & Analytics Articles

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