On the Dash:
Rivian expects 53% higher deliveries in 2026, driven by the more affordable R2 SUVs.
Production and capital expansion for the R2 will be costly, requiring up to...
On the Dash:
Stricter domestic sourcing requirements may slow installation timelines in some markets, potentially affecting EV adoption rates that dealers rely on for long-term electrification strategies.
Dealers working with...
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The SAFE Exit Act would require manual mechanical releases in vehicles with electronic door systems.
The bill follows fatal incidents where electric door handles reportedly failed after...
While Washington has pulled back on electric vehicle mandates and emissions enforcement, California is moving in the opposite direction—and the nation’s largest automakers are paying close attention. This week, executives...
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Stellantis recorded about $27 billion (€22.2 billion) in charges tied to an EV strategy reset.
The automaker is pivoting toward a broader mix of gas, hybrid, and...
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Canada has eliminated its national electric vehicle sales mandate and will rely on tougher emissions standards instead.
The government is introducing new incentives and investing in charging...
In December, Scout Motors' dealer license was approved in Colorado, allowing the EV maker to sell its vehicles directly to consumers. On today's episode of Inside Automotive, California New Car...
On the Dash:
• The U.S. added about 18,000 DC fast-charging ports, a 30% increase in 2025.
• Drivers recorded a record 141 million charging sessions nationwide.
• Private companies sustained charger expansion...
On the Dash:
Stellantis enters NADA with a reset strategy centered on hybrids, ICE, and dealer collaboration.
Leadership changes and late-2025 sales momentum have improved dealer confidence.
Significant U.S. investment...
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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...