TSLA435.790-6.31%
GM83.240-1.11%
F17.4400.79%
RIVN16.3001.1%
CYD56.7200.39%
HMC26.990-0.3%
TM189.950-1.89%
CVNA73.000-0.49%
PAG167.370-0.8%
LAD290.890-4.73%
AN187.720-6.02%
GPI316.340-10.09999%
ABG187.710-7.04%
SAH82.620-1.12%
TSLA435.790-6.31%
GM83.240-1.11%
F17.4400.79%
RIVN16.3001.1%
CYD56.7200.39%
HMC26.990-0.3%
TM189.950-1.89%
CVNA73.000-0.49%
PAG167.370-0.8%
LAD290.890-4.73%
AN187.720-6.02%
GPI316.340-10.09999%
ABG187.710-7.04%
SAH82.620-1.12%
TSLA435.790-6.31%
GM83.240-1.11%
F17.4400.79%
RIVN16.3001.1%
CYD56.7200.39%
HMC26.990-0.3%
TM189.950-1.89%
CVNA73.000-0.49%
PAG167.370-0.8%
LAD290.890-4.73%
AN187.720-6.02%
GPI316.340-10.09999%
ABG187.710-7.04%
SAH82.620-1.12%


Dealership Management

Dave Anderson explains why team-first leadership eliminates ego, strengthens culture, and drives sustained high performance in business.

Strong leaders refuse to tolerate the “disease of me” — Dave Anderson

- February 4, 2026
Neglecting a team’s well-being while prioritizing a single individual can erode morale and lead to disengaged employees. On today's episode of Lessons in Leadership, LearnToLead founder and leadership expert Dave...
Management & Leadership Lessons in Leadership
Mosaic Compliance Services CEO Jim Ganther discusses the shift in dealership compliance towards data governance, cybersecurity, and tech oversight.

The new compliance reality for dealerships in a data-first world — Jim Ganther | Mosaic Compliance Services

- February 3, 2026
Data security now defines dealership compliance, reshaping risk management across retail automotive operations. As regulatory scrutiny intensifies, dealers face higher exposure tied to how consumer data is collected, stored, and...
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Jeff Cowan explains why relationship-driven selling and accountability remain the keys to professional salesmanship and service success in 2026.

Jeff Cowan on the forgotten rules of professional salesmanship

- February 2, 2026
Competition in the retail automotive market is rapidly intensifying, and building relationships is the key differentiator that sets salespeople apart from their competitors. On today's episode of Service Drive, sales...
Service Drive Featured
Volkswagen,

Volkswagen recalls more than 44,000 US EVs over battery fire risks

- January 28, 2026
On the Dash: Volkswagen is recalling more than 44,000 ID.4 EVs in the U.S. due to concerns about battery-related fires. The majority of affected vehicles will receive software updates, with...
Recalls & Safety Updates Articles
January new-vehicle sales slow to a 15.3 million SAAR as higher prices, winter weather and economic uncertainty weigh on demand.

January new-vehicle sales cool after strong 2025 finish

- January 28, 2026
On the Dash: January new-vehicle sales are projected to slow to a 15.3 million SAAR, down from December and last year. Year-over-year gains are driven by an extra selling day,...
Data & Analytics Articles
Dave Anderson explains why celebrating excellence and focusing on top performers builds stronger teams and drives results.

Weed out underperformers to build strong teams

- January 28, 2026
Far too often, leaders reward mediocrity while failing to celebrate excellence. On today's episode of Lessons in Leadership, leadership expert and LearnToLead Founder Dave Anderson explains how focusing too much...
Management & Leadership Lessons in Leadership
RouteOne Fusion

Strengthen your digital retail strategy with RouteOne Fusion

- January 28, 2026
As the automotive retail landscape evolves, dealerships face mounting pressure to deliver a seamless, modern buying experience that meets today’s consumer expectations.  At NADA 2026, the spotlight is on innovation, and...
Digital Retailing Publishing Partners
Nearly half of U.S. auto loan borrowers use terms over 72 months as rising vehicle prices strain monthly budgets.

Rising car prices push Americans toward longer auto loans

- January 27, 2026
On the Dash: Nearly 50% of borrowers rely on auto loans longer than 72 months to manage rising vehicle costs. Millennials and Gen X carry the largest balances, while Gen...
Data & Analytics Articles
Gubagoo's Brad Title shares how Curator is performing in real-world dealership environments.

How Curator uses AI to boost dealer retention, sales – Brad Title | Gubagoo

- January 27, 2026
As dealers prepare for the 2026 NADA Show, Gubagoo founder and president Brad Title returns to CBT News to discuss how Curator, the industry’s first unified intelligence engine, is performing...
EVs & Technology Driving Solutions
Kerrigan survey shows U.S. dealers expect higher valuations and profits in 2026, with domestic brands outperforming imports.

Kerrigan survey finds US dealers upbeat on profitability and acquisitions

- January 23, 2026
On the Dash: The Kerrigan Advisors Dealer Survey finds that dealer valuations are improving, with 24% expecting increases and only 16% expecting declines in 2026. Domestic brands outperform imports, with...
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