TSLA373.132-4.6784%
GM80.870-0.12%
F12.027-0.0933%
RIVN14.118-0.222%
CYD29.2501.07%
HMC32.2050.535%
TM183.3900.48%
CVNA62.485-0.275%
PAG194.8900.67%
LAD284.355-3.015%
AN154.830-1.38%
GPI231.300-1.31%
ABG166.520-1.25%
SAH60.270-0.25%
TSLA373.132-4.6784%
GM80.870-0.12%
F12.027-0.0933%
RIVN14.118-0.222%
CYD29.2501.07%
HMC32.2050.535%
TM183.3900.48%
CVNA62.485-0.275%
PAG194.8900.67%
LAD284.355-3.015%
AN154.830-1.38%
GPI231.300-1.31%
ABG166.520-1.25%
SAH60.270-0.25%
TSLA373.132-4.6784%
GM80.870-0.12%
F12.027-0.0933%
RIVN14.118-0.222%
CYD29.2501.07%
HMC32.2050.535%
TM183.3900.48%
CVNA62.485-0.275%
PAG194.8900.67%
LAD284.355-3.015%
AN154.830-1.38%
GPI231.300-1.31%
ABG166.520-1.25%
SAH60.270-0.25%


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The 2026 Toyota Camry arrives with a clear message from Toyota: hybrids are no longer a niche offering, they are the mainstream. For this latest generation, Toyota has gone all-in...
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GM deploys Google Gemini AI to 4 million vehicles

GM deploys Google Gemini AI to 4 million vehicles with no dealer involvement

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On the Dash: Four million GM vehicles get a major AI upgrade to Google Gemini without visiting a dealership. Gemini brings hands-free messaging, smarter navigation and conversational AI to the...
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Fed holds rates steady, squeezing used-car buyers

Fed holds rates steady, squeezing used-car buyers

- April 30, 2026
On the Dash: Used-car buyers face the greatest strain as high interest rates persist, with no incentives to offset costs. Rising gas prices disproportionately impact lower-income households, compounding affordability challenges. ...
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Ford raises 2026 outlook after Q1 earnings beat expectations

Ford raises 2026 outlook after Q1 earnings beat expectations

- April 30, 2026
On the Dash: Ford beats Q1 expectations with strong pricing, mix and services growth. Tariff ruling delivers $1.3B benefit, helps offset rising aluminum costs. Company raises EBIT outlook while maintaining...
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Carvana posts record Q1 revenue of $6.43 billion and a 40% sales surge, amid rising costs, tighter margins and franchise locations expansion.

Carvana posts record profit as used-car demand remains robust

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On the Dash:   Carvana's Q1 revenue hit $6.43 billion, up 52% with 187,393 vehicles sold.  Rising reconditioning costs are cutting into what Carvana earns per car. Carvana's seven franchise dealerships...
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Several sales professionals and small business owners are losing potential customers way before the first conversation ever happens… and unfortunately, most don’t even realize it’s happening. At least that is the...
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- April 30, 2026
Every customer who walks into a dealership is sending signals, but are you listening? Learning to read your customers and meet them where they are can build trust and close...
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Porsche profit hits forecast despite deep decline in Q1 sales

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