TSLA404.110-5.88%
GM72.630-0.47%
F13.0600.03%
RIVN12.900-0.45%
CYD50.420-0.02%
HMC25.3200.11%
TM185.470-1.9%
CVNA63.415-2.605%
PAG156.460-3.29%
LAD257.090-7.8%
AN178.590-3.35%
GPI305.470-11.71%
ABG177.5001.22%
SAH72.870-1.19%
TSLA404.110-5.88%
GM72.630-0.47%
F13.0600.03%
RIVN12.900-0.45%
CYD50.420-0.02%
HMC25.3200.11%
TM185.470-1.9%
CVNA63.415-2.605%
PAG156.460-3.29%
LAD257.090-7.8%
AN178.590-3.35%
GPI305.470-11.71%
ABG177.5001.22%
SAH72.870-1.19%
TSLA404.110-5.88%
GM72.630-0.47%
F13.0600.03%
RIVN12.900-0.45%
CYD50.420-0.02%
HMC25.3200.11%
TM185.470-1.9%
CVNA63.415-2.605%
PAG156.460-3.29%
LAD257.090-7.8%
AN178.590-3.35%
GPI305.470-11.71%
ABG177.5001.22%
SAH72.870-1.19%


car business

Hyundai extends EV charging unit warranty to 15 years

Hyundai extends EV charging unit warranty to 15 years despite ongoing defect concerns

- April 27, 2026
On the Dash: Extended warranty coverage may reduce customer friction but increase service traffic tied to ICCU diagnostics and repairs. Ongoing concerns about EV component reliability could affect buyer confidence...
Chinese automakers eye U.S. market as global dominance grows 

Chinese automakers eye U.S. market as global dominance grows 

- April 27, 2026
While Chinese automakers are quickly entering global markets, the U.S. remains the only major country without direct sales. Despite existing regulatory and political hurdles, Michael Dunne, CEO of Dunne Insights, predicts...
FTC crackdown

FTC crackdown pushes auto dealers to treat compliance as a core business function

- April 27, 2026
The Federal Trade Commission's (FTC) intensifying scrutiny of automotive advertising practices is forcing dealerships across the country to rethink how they approach pricing transparency, with industry experts alluding that the...
FTC invites dealers to report potential pricing issues across the industry. Ford doubles down on U.S. Assembly as trade policies shift industry strategy. Carvana expands its dealership portfolio with a CDJR dealership in Ohio. New car sales drop 7.3% in April, but don't blame buyers. Cox Automotive to acquire Fullpath to expand AI-driven marketing.

Weekly roundup: FTC wants dealers to report deceptive pricing, Ford boosts U.S. assembly, Carvana expands dealership portfolio

- April 25, 2026
ICYMI: FTC invites dealers to report potential pricing issues across the industry. Ford doubles down on U.S. Assembly as trade policies shift industry strategy. Carvana expands its dealership portfolio with...
Ford boosts U.S. assembly, Stellantis prioritizes turnaround strategy, Hyundai profit drops 24%

Ford boosts U.S. assembly, Stellantis prioritizes turnaround strategy, Hyundai profit drops 24%

- April 24, 2026
Top Stories  Ford doubles down on U.S. assembly as trade policies shift industry strategy. Read More Stellantis to prioritize four core brands in turnaround strategy, sources say. Read More Hyundai's profit drops 24%...
Toyota Mobility Foundation Names Innovators in Clean Freight as Detroit Winners of Global Sustainable Cities Challenge

Toyota Mobility Foundation names innovators in clean freight as Detroit winners of Global Sustainable Cities Challenge

- April 24, 2026
DETROIT, April 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Toyota Mobility Foundation (TMF) and City of Detroit today announced three winners of TMF's Sustainable Cities Challenge in Detroit. The announcement marks the conclusion of the...
Baumann Auto Group

Baumann Auto Group acquires Firelands Chevrolet of Norwalk in Ohio

- April 24, 2026
Ohio-based Baumann Auto Group has acquired Firelands Chevrolet of Norwalk from Patrick O'Brien of Firelands Auto Group, expanding its footprint in northern Ohio. The transaction closed on March 25, 2026,...
Ford doubles down on U.S. assembly as trade policies shift industry strategy

Ford doubles down on U.S. assembly as trade policies shift industry strategy

- April 24, 2026
On the Dash: Ford’s domestic production advantage may become a stronger selling point as “Made in America” messaging gains traction. Policy-driven incentives could shift consumer demand toward U.S.-assembled vehicles Inventory...
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.

Stellantis to prioritize four core brands in turnaround strategy, sources say

- April 24, 2026
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...
Hyundai's profit drops 24% as tariffs, weak global demand persist 

Hyundai’s profit drops 24% as tariffs, weak global demand persist 

- April 24, 2026
On the Dash: Tariffs remain a major risk to profitability, even with reduced rates, affecting pricing and margins. Hybrid and SUV demand in the U.S. continues to outperform, signaling stable...


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