TSLA391.060-3.4%
GM77.7200.08%
F14.1800%
RIVN17.090-0.71%
CYD44.720-1.15%
HMC28.7700.88%
TM179.7602.84%
CVNA70.6400.05%
PAG204.7504.35%
LAD339.1607.79%
AN209.0005.46%
GPI331.65012.25%
ABG226.6608.23%
SAH102.8103.08%
TSLA391.060-3.4%
GM77.7200.08%
F14.1800%
RIVN17.090-0.71%
CYD44.720-1.15%
HMC28.7700.88%
TM179.7602.84%
CVNA70.6400.05%
PAG204.7504.35%
LAD339.1607.79%
AN209.0005.46%
GPI331.65012.25%
ABG226.6608.23%
SAH102.8103.08%
TSLA391.060-3.4%
GM77.7200.08%
F14.1800%
RIVN17.090-0.71%
CYD44.720-1.15%
HMC28.7700.88%
TM179.7602.84%
CVNA70.6400.05%
PAG204.7504.35%
LAD339.1607.79%
AN209.0005.46%
GPI331.65012.25%
ABG226.6608.23%
SAH102.8103.08%


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The road ahead for autonomous vehicles

Autonomous vehicles: A look at the future of self-driving cars

- March 16, 2023
The auto industry has been revolutionized by technology in recent years, with the introduction of electric vehicles and the emergence of connected cars. However, the most significant change that could...
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M&A deals mergers and acquisitions

5 notable automotive M&A deals in the first months of 2023

- March 16, 2023
With dealership and OEM profits relatively high, increased consumer demand, and an uptick in retirees who are closing or selling their dealerships, M&A activity has been high for several quarters...
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Automotive technician grapples with new EV technology

Everything you need to know about the technician skills gap for EVs

- March 14, 2023
Unless you’ve hit the technician lottery, chances are your dealership is among the thousands of automotive businesses suffering through a shortage of qualified service personnel. And this situation won’t ease...
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Marketing and advertising to women in the automotive industry

Marketing vs advertising to women car buyers and owners

- March 14, 2023
Women are significant vehicle owners and drivers in North America, and their participation in the automotive market has been steadily increasing over the years. According to a 2021 report by...
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market share

You have more control over market share than you think you do

- March 13, 2023
Market share isn’t driven by world events. It has nothing to do with the price of gas, Putin’s war, or rising interest rates. Good economy or bad, there will always...
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electric vehicle accessibility

Not investing in electric vehicle accessibility is a missed opportunity

- March 13, 2023
As the world continues to move towards sustainable energy, electric vehicles (EVs) are becoming more popular than ever. However, for disabled individuals, owning and operating an EV comes with its...
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Weekly Roundup: More Tesla price cuts, EV tax credit negotiations, Ford inks new plan with dealers

- March 10, 2023
Weekly Roundup: Earlier this week, over 120 Ford dealers signed on with the automaker to open fleet-focused commercial service centers, Rivian announced that it will issue bonds worth $1.3 billion to...
Daily Automotive News Articles
Many automakers, including Ford, GM, Volvo and now Mercedes, are conforming to Tesla's fast charging system, also known as the North American Charging Standard or NACS.

How automakers are configuring new cars for future monetization

- March 10, 2023
Welcome to another edition of The Future of Automotive, with Steve Greenfield, Founder, and CEO of Automotive Ventures, an auto technology advisory firm that helps entrepreneurs raise money and maximize the...
Future of Automotive
dealership support

Meet 5 North American dealers supporting their communities in outstanding ways

- March 10, 2023
Many of us get a positive feeling when helping others, and there's some science to back it up. Studies have shown a link between showing kindness to others and an elevated...
Daily Automotive News Articles
Building a dealership culture inclusive of female employees

How to build a dealership culture that attracts and retains female employees

- March 9, 2023
Throughout the past decade, women have undoubtedly begun to prove they can hold top leadership positions in the automotive industry. Dealership staff has started to include more females, which is...
Management & Leadership Articles


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