Kia targets U.S. pickup market with hybrid truck launch by 2030

Ashby Lincoln - April 10, 2026

On the Dash: Kia will launch its first U.S.-focused pickup by 2030, marking its entry into one of the industry’s most competitive segments. The truck will feature hybrid and extended-range...

Industry News Articles

Ford weighs scrapping F-150 Lightning as sales, EV demand falter

Colin Fitzpatrick - November 7, 2025

On the Dash: The F-150 Lightning has contributed to $13 billion in EV losses for Ford since 2023. October U.S. EV sales fell 24% year-over-year, with just 1,500 Lightnings sold...

Articles Headlines

Scout Motors' Terra pickup and Traveler SUV see strong interest in extended-range

Scout Motors leans on extended-range EVs as full-electric demand weakens

Jaelyn Campbell - October 31, 2025

On the Dash: Over 80% of Scout Motors reservations are for extended-range EV versions, signaling strong consumer demand for gas-assisted range. Full-electric Terra and Traveler models offer roughly 350 miles...

Headlines Articles

Stellantis has unveiled its new STLA Frame platform, a BEV-native multi-energy foundation designed for full-size body-on-frame pickups

Stellantis unveils STLA Frame, delays launch of all-electric Ram REV pickup

Jaelyn Campbell - November 20, 2024

Stellantis has unveiled its new STLA Frame platform, a BEV-native multi-energy foundation designed for full-size body-on-frame pickup trucks and SUVs. This platform is central to Stellantis' strategy to address the...

Headlines Articles

Ford is incentivizing dealers to move its F-150 Lightning electric trucks. Through a new pilot program, dealers can earn up to $22,500.

Ford offers dealers up to $22,500 to move F-150 Lightning inventory in new pilot program

CBT News Editorial Team - October 17, 2024

Ford is incentivizing dealers to move its F-150 Lightning electric trucks. Through a new pilot program, dealers can earn up to $22,500 to replenish their F-150 Lightning stock from Ford's...

Headlines Articles

NHTSA opens investigation into Stellantis vehicles over engine shutdown issues

CBT News Editorial Team - July 22, 2024

The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has initiated a preliminary evaluation of approximately 150,000 Stellantis vehicles due to reports of engines shutting down unexpectedly. This investigation, announced today,...

Headlines Articles

electric pickups

Kia targets U.S. pickup market with hybrid truck launch by 2030

Ford weighs scrapping F-150 Lightning as sales, EV demand falter

Scout Motors leans on extended-range EVs as full-electric demand weakens

Stellantis unveils STLA Frame, delays launch of all-electric Ram REV pickup

Ford offers dealers up to $22,500 to move F-150 Lightning inventory in new pilot program

NHTSA opens investigation into Stellantis vehicles over engine shutdown issues

Latest Articles

RockED launches free FTC Pricing education series for dealerships nationwide

Ford seeks approval to keep selling China-built Lincoln, Global EV registrations increase, GM explores defense manufacturing

Ford seeks federal approval to keep selling China-built Lincoln Nautilus in U.S.

Global EV registrations rise as North American market slides

GM explores defense manufacturing partnership with Lockheed Martin

Erin Keating breaks down dealer sentiment as Q2 confidence rises but uncertainty builds

Middle East conflict triggers oil and paint shortages at dealerships and repair shops

Ghost listings put auto retailers on notice as FTC flags pricing practices

Driving Service Growth with Recall Strategy

Hyundai Palisade, Santa Fe and IONIQ 5 named to Kelley Blue Book’s 2026 Best Family Cars list