TSLA372.316-5.4938%
GM80.880-0.11%
F12.080-0.04%
RIVN14.097-0.2428%
CYD29.2901.11%
HMC32.2550.585%
TM183.4800.57%
CVNA63.2100.45%
PAG195.0900.87%
LAD285.875-1.495%
AN156.4600.25001%
GPI232.340-0.27%
ABG167.575-0.195%
SAH60.6500.13%
TSLA372.316-5.4938%
GM80.880-0.11%
F12.080-0.04%
RIVN14.097-0.2428%
CYD29.2901.11%
HMC32.2550.585%
TM183.4800.57%
CVNA63.2100.45%
PAG195.0900.87%
LAD285.875-1.495%
AN156.4600.25001%
GPI232.340-0.27%
ABG167.575-0.195%
SAH60.6500.13%
TSLA372.316-5.4938%
GM80.880-0.11%
F12.080-0.04%
RIVN14.097-0.2428%
CYD29.2901.11%
HMC32.2550.585%
TM183.4800.57%
CVNA63.2100.45%
PAG195.0900.87%
LAD285.875-1.495%
AN156.4600.25001%
GPI232.340-0.27%
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Fletcher Jones Automotive Group acquires Mercedes-Benz of Beverly Hills from Group 1 Automotive

Fletcher Jones Automotive Group acquires Mercedes-Benz of Beverly Hills from Group 1 Automotive

- May 4, 2026
Fletcher Jones Automotive Group has acquired Mercedes-Benz of Beverly Hills from Group 1 Automotive, strengthening its luxury footprint in Southern California. The transaction closed on March 30, 2026. The Presidio...
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Trump proposes 25% tariffs on EU auto imports amid trade tensions

Trump proposes 25% tariffs on EU auto imports amid trade tensions

- May 4, 2026
On the Dash: Higher tariffs on EU imports could raise vehicle prices and shift demand toward domestically built inventory Luxury European brands may face margin pressure, creating pricing and incentive...
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Ford launches employee pricing

Ford launches limited-time employee pricing across 2025–2026 lineup

- May 4, 2026
On the Dash: Ford’s employee pricing push creates near-term pricing pressure but can drive showroom traffic and volume gains Campaign reinforces “Made in America” messaging, offering dealers a strong patriotic...
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Car buying ease falls to 3 year low as tight inventory squeezes dealers. CDK Global data shows April's Ease of Purchase score hit its lowest point in three years.

Car buying ease falls to 3 year low as tight inventory squeezes dealers

- May 4, 2026
On the Dash: Car buying ease hit a three-year low in April. Fewer than half of buyers, 44%, found the vehicle they wanted on the lot. Tight inventory drove many...
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Gas prices spark interest in used EVs, tariff concerns drive domestic shift

Gas prices spark interest in used EVs, tariff concerns drive domestic shift

- May 4, 2026
Today's car market is a complex environment for dealers and customers alike. Rising gas prices, tariffs, and a growing list of options have customers rethinking how they shop for their...
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Jeff Cowan urges dealers to double down on fixed ops as uncertainty drives pullback 

Jeff Cowan urges dealers to double down on fixed ops as uncertainty drives pullback 

- May 4, 2026
It’s easy to pull back and play defense when there’s a lot of uncertainty in the market. But, historically, the teams that lead in fixed ops, are the ones who...
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Ransomware attacks more than doubled in 2025, and the targets now include the vehicles themselves, says a new report from cybersecurity firm Halcyon.

Ransomware attacks on auto industry rise, the security steps you need to take now

- May 1, 2026
On the Dash: Ransomware attacks on the auto industry more than doubled in 2025, accounting for 44% of all cyber incidents. Suppliers are the weakest link, giving criminals a back...
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Stellantis, Volkswagen report mixed Q1 results

Stellantis, Volkswagen report mixed Q1 results

- May 1, 2026
On the Dash: Stellantis reports weaker Q1 profitability tied to pricing normalization, higher costs and inventory adjustments. Volkswagen posts an earnings decline amid EV investments and rising operating expenses. Both...
Industry News Articles
UAW monitor cites governance failures in delayed strike fund investments

UAW monitor cites governance failures in delayed strike fund investments

- May 1, 2026
On the Dash: Federal monitor identifies governance, communication, and oversight failures tied to delayed reinvestment of strike funds. Report finds no misconduct but cites leadership tensions and unclear responsibilities. Monitor...
Industry News Articles
Kill Switch, NHTSA

NHTSA’s controversial ‘Kill Switch’ mandate lives on despite missed deadline, repeal effort

- May 1, 2026
On The Dash: NHTSA missed its 2024 deadline and has no timeline for a final rule. No commercially available technology yet meets the law's passive detection standard. A House bill...
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