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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Fed holds rates steady, squeezing used-car buyers

Fed holds rates steady, squeezing used-car buyers

- April 30, 2026
On the Dash: Used-car buyers face the greatest strain as high interest rates persist, with no incentives to offset costs. Rising gas prices disproportionately impact lower-income households, compounding affordability challenges. ...
Ford raises 2026 outlook after Q1 earnings beat expectations

Ford raises 2026 outlook after Q1 earnings beat expectations

- April 30, 2026
On the Dash: Ford beats Q1 expectations with strong pricing, mix and services growth. Tariff ruling delivers $1.3B benefit, helps offset rising aluminum costs. Company raises EBIT outlook while maintaining...
Carvana posts record Q1 revenue of $6.43 billion and a 40% sales surge, amid rising costs, tighter margins and franchise locations expansion.

Carvana posts record profit as used-car demand remains robust

- April 30, 2026
On the Dash:   Carvana's Q1 revenue hit $6.43 billion, up 52% with 187,393 vehicles sold.  Rising reconditioning costs are cutting into what Carvana earns per car. Carvana's seven franchise dealerships...
professionals

The hidden sales killer most professionals don’t even notice

- April 30, 2026
Several sales professionals and small business owners are losing potential customers way before the first conversation ever happens… and unfortunately, most don’t even realize it’s happening. At least that is the...
4 customer personality types

4 customer personality types and how to win their business every time

- April 30, 2026
Every customer who walks into a dealership is sending signals, but are you listening? Learning to read your customers and meet them where they are can build trust and close...
Porsche CEO Michael Leiters

Porsche profit hits forecast despite deep decline in Q1 sales

- April 29, 2026
On the Dash: Porsche's Q1 profit fell 21.9% but still beat its own forecast. Cash flow more than doubled, a rare bright spot in a tough quarter. The Bugatti sale...
Cars.com expands AI video ads to boost VIN-level targeting, in-market conversions

Cars.com expands AI video ads to boost VIN-level targeting, in-market conversions

- April 29, 2026
On the Dash: Cars.com launched AI VIN video ads that automatically turn inventory into targeted social video campaigns. Early results show strong performance gains, including a 47% lift in influenced...
Stellantis streamlines connected services with two-tier offering

Stellantis streamlines connected services with two-tier offering

- April 29, 2026
On the Dash: Stellantis simplifies its connected services into Connect ONE and Connect PLUS to improve clarity and adoption New EV-focused tools enhance charging management and route planning for electrified...
Toyota's supply chain strain intensifies as Iran conflict disrupts materials flow

Toyota’s supply chain strain intensifies as Iran conflict disrupts materials flow

- April 29, 2026
On the Dash: Supply disruptions tied to Iran tensions are reducing visibility and increasing risk across Japan’s auto supply chain Major Toyota suppliers are issuing cautious forecasts and factoring in...
Volvo CEO Håkan Samuelsson, Volvo's Q1 profit falls less than expected, as US EV sales slide

Volvo’s Q1 profit falls less than expected as U.S. EV sales slide

- April 29, 2026
On the Dash:  Volvo reports $7.8 billion in revenue in Q1 of 2026, down from $8.9 billion in Q1 last year. Cost cuts of roughly $190 million cushioned a steep...


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