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GM87.9301.78%
F14.4100.42%
RIVN16.9700.96%
CYD39.8801.17%
HMC33.3700.77%
TM197.3505.11%
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PAG216.8700.32%
LAD370.7300.06%
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GPI261.850-1.97%
ABG214.810-0.56%
SAH77.450-0.33%
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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%
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On the Dash: Growing affordability concerns could increase consumer demand for practical, lower-cost sedans. Younger buyers may help revive interest in sedans as SUV saturation reshapes consumer preferences. Automakers could...
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Ferrari launches Luce, a $640,000 five-seat EV

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Big city dealerships usually dominate as the top producers when it comes to sales volume. One small Missouri city dealership is outperforming that standard, outselling the local competition by nearly...
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New-vehicle affordability slips in April as prices, rates, payments climb

New-vehicle affordability slips in April as prices, rates, and payments climb

- May 25, 2026
On the Dash: Monthly affordability worsened, driven by higher prices, rising rates, and weaker incentive support. Payments continue to climb, with average new-vehicle monthly costs reaching $757. Year-over-year fundamentals are...
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Mercedes-Benz to roll out urban assisted driving in Germany by end of 2026

Mercedes-Benz to roll out urban assisted driving in Germany by end of 2026

- May 25, 2026
On the Dash: Mercedes-Benz will launch MB.DRIVE ASSIST PRO in Stuttgart and Munich by year-end. The SAE Level 2 system requires driver supervision at all times. A limited U.S. version...
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Stellantis aims to revive Chrysler brand with 3 new, more affordable SUVs

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- May 25, 2026
On the Dash: Chrysler will add three new SUVs, two starting under $30,000. Stellantis' FaSTLAne 2030 plan calls for 11 new U.S. models by 2030. Ram, Dodge and Jeep will...
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Piazza Auto Group doubles down on service fundamentals, advisor accountability 

Piazza Auto Group doubles down on service fundamentals, advisor accountability 

- May 25, 2026
As affordability concerns continue to reshape dealership operations, Piazza Auto Group is reverting to the basics. During the latest episode of Service Drive, Dave Rogers, Fixed Operations Director at Piazza Auto...
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Richmond Ford VP, Kayla Kody, transforms service lane with data-driven loyalty strategies

- May 25, 2026
At Richmond Ford Automotive Group, exceptional customer experiences go beyond repairs; they are driven by data and focused on loyalty. Vice President Kayla Kody is transforming the service lane through...
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Ford halts F-150 production at Dearborn plant after stamping issue

Ford halts F-150 production at Dearborn plant after stamping issue

- May 22, 2026
On the Dash: Temporary F-150 production disruptions could place additional pressure on already tight truck inventory levels. Ford continues working to recover output after earlier supplier-related disruptions impacted dealer supply. ...
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