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CYD59.0401.69%
HMC26.420-0.05%
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GM79.7901%
F15.3250.395%
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dealership news

On Monday, shares of Chinese electric vehicle maker BYD tumbled nearly 8% after the company reported a 30% drop in quarterly profit.

BYD profit falls 30% as domestic EV price war hits margins

- September 3, 2025
On the Dash: BYD’s Q2 net profit fell nearly 30% to 6.36 billion yuan ($891 million) due to an aggressive domestic EV price war. Despite profit pressures, BYD’s revenue grew...
Steve Napleton Automotive Group

Steve Napleton Automotive Group acquires two Palatine dealerships from AutoCanada

- September 3, 2025
Steve Napleton Automotive Group acquired Hyundai of Palatine and Chevrolet of Palatine from AutoCanada Inc. on August 19, 2025. The stores have been rebranded as Napleton Palatine Hyundai and Napleton...
U.S. EV sales hit an all-time monthly record in August, with customers rushing to buy ahead of the expiration of federal EV tax credits.

U.S. EV sales set record in August as GM delivers over 21,000 EVs

- September 3, 2025
On the Dash: U.S. EV sales likely hit a record high in August, with General Motors selling more than 21,000 EVs across Chevrolet, Cadillac, and GMC. GM expects a sales...
Audi unveiled its Concept C electric sports car Tuesday night in Milan, introducing a minimalist design and signaling a major brand shift.

Audi debuts Concept C electric sports car as brand shifts focus amid tariffs, EV slowdown

- September 3, 2025
On the Dash: The Concept C, a two-seat, all-electric sports car, debuts with a minimalist Bauhaus-inspired design and will enter production in 2027, targeting exclusive but attainable pricing. CEO Gernot...
On September 2, Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) underwent a cybersecurity incident that disrupted its retail and production activities.

Cybersecurity incident disrupts JLR retail and production

- September 2, 2025
On the Dash: Jaguar Land Rover’s retail and production activities have been severely disrupted due to a cybersecurity incident, though the company is working to restart operations in a controlled...
Tesla has filed a motion to appeal a $242.5 million verdict in a wrongful death and product liability lawsuit.

Tesla appeals $242.5M wrongful death verdict over Autopilot crash

- September 2, 2025
On the Dash: Tesla is appealing a $242.5 million verdict in a wrongful death lawsuit, arguing damages should be reduced or overturned. The case stems from a 2019 crash in...
Audi is weighing a long-term annual sales target of 2 million vehicles, which would mark a record and a more aggressive growth strategy.

Audi sets sights on 2M annual sales as U.S. expansion looms

- September 2, 2025
On the Dash: Audi is targeting record global sales of 2 million vehicles annually as part of a long-term growth strategy, following recent declines and setbacks. The U.S. market is...
Todd Smith, CEO of QoreAI, joins us to emphasize that AI should be viewed as a collaborative tool that enhances efficiency across departments.

How dealers can use AI to streamline operations without fear – Todd Smith | QoreAI 

- September 2, 2025
Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer just a buzzword for auto dealerships, yet many dealers remain uncertain about how to separate hype from actionable opportunities. On the latest episode of...
Tires often get overlooked in the service drive, but John Fairchild believes they could be the most powerful retention tool for dealerships

John Fairchild on why dealers should embrace tire sales in fixed ops

- September 1, 2025
Tires often get overlooked in the service drive, but John Fairchild, President of Fairchild Automotive Solutions and fixed operations trainer, believes they could be the most powerful retention tool available...
During this year’s Labor Day weekend, automakers are rolling out 0% APR financing deals, with promotions from nearly every major brand.

Automakers roll out 0% APR financing for Labor Day clearance sales

- September 1, 2025
On the Dash: Automakers are rolling out widespread 0% APR financing offers for Labor Day 2025 to clear out inventory ahead of the arrival of 2026 models. Major brands like...