TSLA433.5907.58%
GM79.7901%
F15.3250.395%
RIVN14.3900.17%
CYD59.0401.69%
HMC26.420-0.05%
TM190.0901.01%
CVNA70.1501.87%
PAG166.5901.86%
LAD283.0506.47%
AN191.7601.78%
GPI329.6303.45%
ABG190.0202.3%
SAH78.6900.53%
TSLA433.5907.58%
GM79.7901%
F15.3250.395%
RIVN14.3900.17%
CYD59.0401.69%
HMC26.420-0.05%
TM190.0901.01%
CVNA70.1501.87%
PAG166.5901.86%
LAD283.0506.47%
AN191.7601.78%
GPI329.6303.45%
ABG190.0202.3%
SAH78.6900.53%
TSLA433.5907.58%
GM79.7901%
F15.3250.395%
RIVN14.3900.17%
CYD59.0401.69%
HMC26.420-0.05%
TM190.0901.01%
CVNA70.1501.87%
PAG166.5901.86%
LAD283.0506.47%
AN191.7601.78%
GPI329.6303.45%
ABG190.0202.3%
SAH78.6900.53%


dealership news

Catalytic converter theft, PART Act

Catalytic converter theft drives bipartisan push for federal PART Act – Greg York & Charlie Dyjak

- February 4, 2026
Catalytic converter theft remains a costly and disruptive problem for dealerships and consumers nationwide, prompting renewed bipartisan momentum behind the federal PART Act, which would establish traceability requirements, strengthen penalties,...
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JD Power Auto Summit

CBT News to cover J.D. Power Auto Summit 2026

- February 3, 2026
On the Dash: The 2026 J.D. Power Auto Summit will offer dealers data‑driven insights on pricing, EV trends, inventory and franchise performance at the NADA Show. OEM leaders from Toyota,...
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Kunes Auto Group acquires two Minnesota GMC dealerships

Kunes Auto Group acquires two Minnesota GMC dealerships

- February 3, 2026
Kunes Auto Group has completed the acquisition of two Minnesota dealerships from Jim Paul of Valley Automotive Group. The transaction closed in January 2026 and includes Valley GMC of Hastings...
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NADA 2026

Dealers weigh affordability and EV strategies ahead of NADA 2026

- February 3, 2026
On the Dash: Elevated vehicle costs and affordability concerns are top priorities for dealerships heading into NADA 2026. Softening EV demand and a pivot toward used EVs and hybrids are...
Auto Industry Trends Articles
Cox Automotive, AI solutions

Cox Automotive centers NADA 2026 presence on AI-powered dealer solutions

- February 3, 2026
On the Dash: Cox Automotive is positioning AI as an embedded, practical tool to improve dealership efficiency, inventory decisions, and customer experience rather than a standalone add-on. The company is...
EVs & Technology Articles
TrueCar

Scott Painter takes TrueCar private with $227M buyout, targets profitable growth

- February 3, 2026
TrueCar founder Scott Painter is back at the helm after leading a $227 million transaction to take the automotive marketplace private, marking a major reset for a brand that once...
Dealer Interviews Inside Automotive
Cherokee Mitsubishi

Inside Cherokee Mitsubishi’s customer-first strategy driving growth

- February 3, 2026
Cherokee Mitsubishi is taking a different approach to dealership growth by prioritizing customer retention, referrals, and employee engagement over traditional acquisition-heavy strategies. Joining us on today's episode of Inside Automotive,...
Customer Experience Inside Automotive

How digital titling is reshaping dealer operations, funding and fraud prevention

- February 3, 2026
Vehicle titling and registration has long been one of the most overlooked aspects of automotive retail — until something goes wrong, that is. Missing titles, delayed funding, expired temp tags...
Digital Retailing Publishing Partners
Canada, Stellantis

Canada seeks to recover GM incentives after Oshawa layoffs

- February 2, 2026
On the Dash: Canada plans to claw back millions in incentives after GM confirmed 500 layoffs at its Oshawa plant. The cuts deepen pressure on Canada’s auto sector amid trade...
Industry News Articles
affordability

CarGurus’ Kevin Roberts on how affordability is reshaping the auto market

- February 2, 2026
Affordability is still a challenge, but it’s not affecting every buyer the same way. Data from CarGurus has shown a clear split, creating what’s been called a “K-shaped” market. To...
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