World’s largest battery maker shifts away from EVs to energy storage
On the Dash:
CATL wants energy storage to account for half of its global sales by 2030, up from 25% today.
Automakers and dealers could face tighter EV battery supply...
TSLA362.86017.73%
GM87.9301.78%
F14.4100.42%
RIVN16.9700.96%
CYD39.8801.17%
HMC33.3700.77%
TM197.3505.11%
CVNA69.880-1.64%
PAG216.8700.32%
LAD370.7300.06%
AN199.490-0.6%
GPI261.850-1.97%
ABG214.810-0.56%
SAH77.450-0.33%
TSLA362.86017.73%
GM87.9301.78%
F14.4100.42%
RIVN16.9700.96%
CYD39.8801.17%
HMC33.3700.77%
TM197.3505.11%
CVNA69.880-1.64%
PAG216.8700.32%
LAD370.7300.06%
AN199.490-0.6%
GPI261.850-1.97%
ABG214.810-0.56%
SAH77.450-0.33%
TSLA362.86017.73%
GM87.9301.78%
F14.4100.42%
RIVN16.9700.96%
CYD39.8801.17%
HMC33.3700.77%
TM197.3505.11%
CVNA69.880-1.64%
PAG216.8700.32%
LAD370.7300.06%
AN199.490-0.6%
GPI261.850-1.97%
ABG214.810-0.56%
SAH77.450-0.33%
dealership news
2026 Mazda CX-50 Turbo Meridian – Is it adventure ready?
The compact SUV space is crowded with lookalikes, but the 2026 Mazda CX-50 Turbo Meridian makes a serious attempt to stand out. This is not just another soft-roader with plastic...
Could legacy brands become China’s ticket into the U.S.?
Welcome back to the latest episode of The Future of Automotive on CBT News, where we put recent automotive and mobility news into the context of the broader themes impacting the industry.
I’m...
FTC-warned dealers had twice the bait-and-switch complaints
On the Dash:
Financing, advertising, and bait-and-switch complaints appeared twice as often at FTC-warned stores, according to a report by Widewail.
72% of FTC-warned dealers had at least one financing...
Hyundai expands dealer reach with mobile service vans
On the Dash:
Hyundai is targeting 150 dealer-operated mobile service units nationwide by the end of 2026.
Factory-trained technicians perform approved repairs and maintenance at customers' homes or workplaces.
Mobile...
Auto industry warns AI chip demand could disrupt manufacturing
On the Dash:
AI-driven demand for memory chips could increase vehicle production costs and create new supply chain disruptions.
Industry groups warn that rising chip prices may eventually translate into...
Dealers face growing compliance exposure as FTC scrutiny expands
Dealers across the country are feeling the pressure. Letters from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) are landing on desks, compliance questions are flooding agency phone lines, and the stakes could...
Remarkable Leaders in F&I honoree: Kimberly Garner | CMA Colonial
CBT News is proud to recognize Remarkable Leaders in F&I who are raising the bar inside their dealerships and across the automotive industry. Joining us to commemorate this achievement is...
Remote control: Making F&I video calls feel like an in-person deal
Remote F&I is no longer just a workaround. For dealers selling cars to out-of-state buyers or customers who simply prefer to close from home, it is becoming a standard part...
Car Buying Journey Study: Turn shopper insight into faster deals
Data from the latest Cox Automotive Car Buyer Journey Study shows a clear shift: satisfaction is at an all-time high, and buyers are moving through the process more efficiently.
Shoppers complete...
Latest Articles
