On the Dash:
A 17% price swing in 10 days highlights volatility dealers must consider when evaluating EV pricing stability.
The gap between the 2019 announced pricing and the current...
On the Dash:
Dealers should monitor consumer demand for lower-cost Chinese EVs, as 40% of buyers show interest.
Familiarity with brands like BYD is still limited, indicating a need for...
On the Dash:
• Tesla logged zero autonomous test miles in California in 2025.
• The company has not applied for higher-level driverless permits.
• California deployment remains central to Tesla’s robotaxi strategy.
Tesla...
On the Dash:
Used Tesla values rose 4.3% while non-Tesla used EVs fell 3.6%, signaling brand-driven pricing resilience.
Used EV market share dropped 20.0%, indicating softer consumer demand post-credit.
Mainstream...
On the Dash:
Slower 2026 production may limit the availability of high-demand models, especially the Gravity SUV, affecting dealer inventory planning.
Supply chain improvements could stabilize deliveries, but cautious production...
On the Dash:
ADAS liability exposure remains significant, reinforcing the need for clear feature explanations at delivery.
The $200 million punitive award highlights jury sensitivity to perceived safety gaps in...
On the Dash:
• Lucid is cutting 12% of its workforce, affecting hundreds of employees.
• Production workers in Arizona are not impacted by the layoffs.
• The company is focused on margin...
Welcome back to the latest episode of “The Future of Automotive” on CBT News, where we put recent automotive and mobility news into the context of the broader themes impacting...
On the Dash:
Rescinding the fuel content factor eases compliance burdens and reduces costs for automakers that supply dealers.
Dealer EV inventory strategies may need adjustment as automakers balance gas-powered...
On the Dash:
Scout EV and range-extended models are now expected in the U.S. in 2028, potentially delaying dealer inventory planning.
Technical challenges with the EREV powertrain and factory priorities...