TSLA360.590-20.67001%
GM72.540-2.5%
F11.590-0.09%
RIVN15.4000.46%
CYD39.410-0.08%
HMC24.150-0.16%
TM207.010-2.66%
CVNA313.5481.45799%
PAG149.3400.18%
LAD251.8201%
AN197.680-0.29%
GPI329.450-1.34%
ABG194.7600.73%
SAH64.870-0.38%
TSLA360.590-20.67001%
GM72.540-2.5%
F11.590-0.09%
RIVN15.4000.46%
CYD39.410-0.08%
HMC24.150-0.16%
TM207.010-2.66%
CVNA313.5481.45799%
PAG149.3400.18%
LAD251.8201%
AN197.680-0.29%
GPI329.450-1.34%
ABG194.7600.73%
SAH64.870-0.38%
TSLA360.590-20.67001%
GM72.540-2.5%
F11.590-0.09%
RIVN15.4000.46%
CYD39.410-0.08%
HMC24.150-0.16%
TM207.010-2.66%
CVNA313.5481.45799%
PAG149.3400.18%
LAD251.8201%
AN197.680-0.29%
GPI329.450-1.34%
ABG194.7600.73%
SAH64.870-0.38%


dealership news

Trump tariff

White House exempts vehicles and parts from new 10% global tariff

- February 23, 2026
On the Dash: The 10% global tariff will not apply to passenger vehicles, certain trucks, or auto parts. Steel, aluminum, and auto-specific tariffs remain in effect, continuing to put upward...
Tesla Autopilot

Judge rejects Tesla’s appeal in $243 million Autopilot fatality case

- February 23, 2026
On the Dash: ADAS liability exposure remains significant, reinforcing the need for clear feature explanations at delivery. The $200 million punitive award highlights jury sensitivity to perceived safety gaps in...
Dawson

Jonathan Dawson shares blueprint for relational, referral-driven dealership growth

- February 23, 2026
Welcome to another episode of Mind Your Own Business, hosted by Jonathan Dawson, President of Sellchology. Nearly six months after acquiring a Mitsubishi Cherokee dealership, Dawson reports that the previously...
UAW, VW ratify contracts

UAW members at VW Chattanooga ratify first labor contracts with 96% approval

- February 20, 2026
On the Dash:  Higher labor costs could influence Volkswagen’s long-term pricing and production strategy. Unionization at a foreign-owned Southern plant may reshape competitive labor dynamics across OEMs. Stronger job protections...
USMCA

Trade commission to examine impact of USMCA

- February 20, 2026
On the Dash: Potential changes to USMCA rules could impact vehicle pricing, sourcing and availability across North American dealerships. Stricter content requirements may influence OEM production strategies, affecting inventory mix...
wholesale

February sees stable wholesale prices with rising sales conversions

- February 20, 2026
On the Dash: Strong sales conversion and MMR retention signal healthy wholesale demand heading into spring. Luxury and EV segments are outperforming, offering margin opportunities. Slightly rising supply levels remain...
E1T1 Audi Gainesville

E1T1 Automotive Group acquires Audi Gainesville in Florida

- February 19, 2026
E1T1 Automotive Group acquired Audi Gainesville from Warren Henry Automotive Group in Florida, with Haig Partners serving as exclusive buy-side advisor. The transaction marked E1T1 Automotive Group’s first acquisition in...
Trump, fuel

Trump administration rescinds EV fuel economy rule

- February 19, 2026
On the Dash: Rescinding the fuel content factor eases compliance burdens and reduces costs for automakers that supply dealers. Dealer EV inventory strategies may need adjustment as automakers balance gas-powered...
Scout Motors to delay EV launch amid tech challenges 

Scout Motors to delay EV launch amid tech challenges 

- February 19, 2026
On the Dash: Scout EV and range-extended models are now expected in the U.S. in 2028, potentially delaying dealer inventory planning. Technical challenges with the EREV powertrain and factory priorities...
negative equity

Dealers navigate negative equity, stabilizing market metrics in 2026– Jessica Caldwell | Edmunds 

- February 19, 2026
Jessica Caldwell, AVP of Insights at Edmunds, tells dealers on today’s episode of Inside Automotive that while the percentage of consumers trading in vehicles with negative equity isn’t at record...


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