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%


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Cars Commerce study shows dealers prioritizing trust, transparency, and used-car sourcing to navigate 2026 market pressures.

Cars Commerce study uncovers evolving dealer priorities for 2026 – Brian Kramer

- January 30, 2026
A new Dealer Pain Points Study from Cars Commerce illustrates that affordability, differentiation, and operational efficiency are emerging as the most prominent and consistent challenges for dealers navigating 2026. On this...
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Carvana exceeded Wall Street’s fourth-quarter sales and earnings expectations but saw its stock drop following the announcement.

Carvana shares drop 14% after short seller alleges earnings inflation

- January 29, 2026
On the Dash: Carvana shares dropped sharply after a short seller accused the company of overstating earnings through related-party transactions. The allegations center on financial ties to businesses owned by...
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surcharging, Priority DMS

Surcharging gains momentum as dealers confront rising payment costs – Amberly Allen & Tom Priore | Priority DMS

- January 29, 2026
As operating costs rise and fixed operations take on greater importance, more dealerships are turning to credit card surcharging as a way to protect margins. Industry estimates suggest that roughly...
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Mia Labs

How Mia Labs is transforming customer communication

- January 29, 2026
As dealerships face increasing customer communication demands, Mia Labs offers an AI solution designed to automate BDC operations, answer calls, and improve efficiency while enhancing the customer experience. On today’s...
EVs & Technology Driving Solutions
NYC Congestion toll

NYC congestion tolls face renewed federal court challenge

- January 28, 2026
On the Dash: Manhattan congestion tolls have reduced traffic volumes and improved average vehicle speeds, benefiting commute times and fleet operations. The program has generated significant revenue to support transit...
Industry News Articles
Fed rates

Fed set to hold rates steady as auto industry watches financing costs and policy uncertainty

- January 28, 2026
On the Dash: The Federal Reserve is expected to hold interest rates steady, prolonging pressure on auto loan affordability and dealership financing costs. Dealers and automakers will closely watch Fed...
Economic Trends Articles
AutoTrust

AutoTrust Dealer Alliance aims to ease dealer cost pressures through collective purchasing

- January 28, 2026
As franchise dealers face shrinking vehicle margins and rising operating costs, a new dealer-owned cooperative is positioning itself as a tool to help level the playing field. AutoTrust Dealer Alliance, founded...
Management & Leadership Driving Solutions
DSMA, DSMAs, Farid Ahmad

DSMA’s Farid Ahmad advises dealers on growth, succession, international opportunities

- January 28, 2026
As the buy/sell market continues to evolve and dealers consider growth, succession, and opportunities, having the right advisor is critical. Joining us in the latest episode of Driving Solutions is...
Mergers & Acquisitions Driving Solutions
Remarkable Leaders

CBT News opens nominations for inaugural Remarkable Leaders in F&I Awards

- January 27, 2026
ATLANTA, GA (January 26, 2026) — CBT News, the leading news platform for retail automotive professionals, is proud to announce that nominations are officially open for its inaugural Remarkable Leaders...
Press Releases Articles
John Fitzpatrick Force Marketing

GM Canada taps Force Marketing to boost dealer retention – John Fitzpatrick

- January 27, 2026
Force Marketing secured a massive win in Canada. General Motors Canada has selected the automotive technology and marketing leader to support after-sales marketing for its dealerships, a substantial expansion of...
Automotive Marketing Inside Automotive


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