TSLA379.1751.1249%
GM89.070-0.58%
F12.270-0.1%
RIVN13.560-0.45%
CYD20.490-0.17%
HMC34.820-1.02%
TM215.170-3.34001%
CVNA71.450-4.805%
PAG213.4250.635%
LAD307.725-3.075%
AN184.500-1.56%
GPI266.620-1.84%
ABG206.260-3.96%
SAH62.680-0.47%
TSLA379.1751.1249%
GM89.070-0.58%
F12.270-0.1%
RIVN13.560-0.45%
CYD20.490-0.17%
HMC34.820-1.02%
TM215.170-3.34001%
CVNA71.450-4.805%
PAG213.4250.635%
LAD307.725-3.075%
AN184.500-1.56%
GPI266.620-1.84%
ABG206.260-3.96%
SAH62.680-0.47%
TSLA379.1751.1249%
GM89.070-0.58%
F12.270-0.1%
RIVN13.560-0.45%
CYD20.490-0.17%
HMC34.820-1.02%
TM215.170-3.34001%
CVNA71.450-4.805%
PAG213.4250.635%
LAD307.725-3.075%
AN184.500-1.56%
GPI266.620-1.84%
ABG206.260-3.96%
SAH62.680-0.47%


BMW

i3

BMW’s new i3 brings 3 Series design to all-electric sedan lineup

- March 19, 2026
On the Dash: The i3’s 463-horsepower dual-motor setup and all-wheel drive position it competitively in the premium EV sedan segment. An estimated range of up to 440 miles and 400-kilowatt...
Middle East instability puts pressure on premium auto demand

Middle East instability puts pressure on premium auto demand

- March 18, 2026
On the Dash: Middle East instability may affect global inventory allocation, signaling dealers should monitor supply chain risks for high-end and imported models. Luxury segment demand is sensitive to geopolitical...
FBI swaps iconic Chevrolet Suburbans for armored BMW X5s to cut costs, stay discreet, and maintain U.S.-made production.

Why the FBI ditched Chevy Suburbans for BMW SUVs

- January 28, 2026
The FBI is abandoning General Motors. For generations, the black Chevrolet Suburbans has been a rolling symbol of federal authority. Its size, shape, and presence are instantly recognizable, whether it is...

Mercedes EV sales fall 9%, trailing behind BMW amid upcoming lineup

- January 13, 2026
On the Dash: Mercedes EV sales fell 9% in 2025 to 168,800, widening the gap with BMW’s 442,072 EVs. The company faces stiff competition in China, U.S. tariffs, and a...
Joe Laham of Premier Companies discusses BMW acquisition, Scout Motors, EV market trends, and outlook for 2026 in California and beyond.

Joe Laham on California BMW acquisition and Scout Motors’ dealer license

- January 5, 2026
Premier Companies recently expanded its footprint with the acquisition of a BMW dealership in Northern California. On today's episode of Inside Automotive, Premier Companies President Joe Laham discusses the acquisition,...
BMW

BMW names Milan Nedeljkovic CEO as Zipse steps down

- December 9, 2025
On the Dash: Nedeljkovic will become BMW CEO on May 14, succeeding Oliver Zipse, and will lead the rollout of the Neue Klass EV platform.  The company’s growth in China...
BMW, Alexa+

BMW to integrate Alexa+ in infotainment systems in select models

- November 7, 2025
On the Dash: BMW will replace its current Alexa Custom Assistant with Amazon’s generative AI-powered Alexa+, enhancing in-car voice interactions.  Alexa+ can access over 70 large language models and continue...
Nexperia, supply chain

Automakers face potential production delays as Nexperia halts chip shipments

- October 17, 2025
On the Dash: The Dutch government’s seizure of Nexperia from its Chinese owner halted chip shipments, threatening production at major automakers including BMW, Toyota, and Volkswagen. Nexperia holds about 40%...
emissions, diesel

UK diesel emissions lawsuit targets top automakers

- October 13, 2025
On the Dash:  London’s High Court is hearing a mass lawsuit alleging Mercedes, Ford, Nissan, Renault, and Stellantis brands used illegal “defeat devices” to cheat diesel emissions tests. The trial...
BMW Portland

Swickard Auto Group acquires BMW of Portland from Lithia Motors

- October 9, 2025
Swickard Auto Group has acquired BMW of Portland in Oregon from Lithia Motors, completed in September 2025, and rebranded it as BMW of Portland. The purchase strengthens Swickard’s presence in...


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