As the automotive industry is on the brink of transformation, dealerships face shifting customer needs, the rise of electric vehicles (EVs), and the integration of advanced technologies like artificial intelligence (AI).

Q&A: Tasso Roumeliotis of Numa on predictions for service departments in 2025

CBT News Editorial Team - November 26, 2024

As the automotive industry is on the brink of transformation, dealerships face shifting customer needs, the rise of electric vehicles (EVs), and the integration of advanced technologies like artificial intelligence...

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The U.S. EV market continues its momentum toward a record-breaking year, with October delivering notable growth in both new and used EV sales

U.S. EV market on pace for record-breaking year as sales and pricing trends align

CBT News Editorial Team - November 25, 2024

The U.S. electric vehicle (EV) market continues its momentum toward a record-breaking year, with October delivering notable growth in both new and used EV sales. While new EV prices edged...

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EV makers Tesla and Rivian are reportedly on the brink of settling a lawsuit in which Tesla accused Rivian of stealing its battery technology

Tesla, Rivian near settlement in lawsuit over alleged trade secret theft

Jaelyn Campbell - November 25, 2024

After a four-year legal battle, EV makers Tesla and Rivian are reportedly on the brink of settling a lawsuit in which Tesla accused Rivian of stealing its battery technology by...

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Nissan convinced a federal appeals court to decertify a class action lawsuit accusing it of selling vehicles with faulty AEB systems

Nissan wins court ruling to decertify class action over faulty AEB systems

Jaelyn Campbell - November 25, 2024

On November 22, Nissan convinced a federal appeals court to decertify a class action lawsuit accusing the automaker of selling vehicles with faulty automatic emergency braking (AEB) systems. These systems...

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Kia and Hyundai recalls over 200,000 U.S. EVs due to power issues

Jasmine Kiniklis - November 25, 2024

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced the recall of specific electric vehicle (EV) models from Kia, Hyundai, and Genesis due to a potential loss of drive power from...

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But Jonathan Dawson, sales trainer and creator of Sellcology, argues that this objection is an opportunity—not a setback.

Mastering the ‘I found a better deal’ objection with Jonathan Dawson

CBT News Editorial Team - November 23, 2024

How do you respond when a customer says, “I found a better deal down the road”? For many salespeople, it’s a moment of panic and frustration. But Jonathan Dawson, sales...

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Bosch to slash over 5,000 jobs amid industry-wide cost-cutting efforts

Jaelyn Campbell - November 22, 2024

German auto-parts giant Robert Bosch announced plans to cut up to 5,550 jobs across its operations, citing challenges from subdued car sales, intense competition, and an industry-wide pivot to electric...

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Auto industry urges Trump to keep EV tax credit and emissions standards

CBT News Editorial Team - November 22, 2024

The auto industry has called on President-elect Donald Trump to preserve the $7,500 electric vehicle (EV) tax credit, a key component of President Joe Biden’s policies to promote EV adoption...

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The 2025 North American Car, Truck, and Utility Vehicle of the Year finalists have been announced, featuring electric and traditional models

2025 North American Car, Truck, and Utility of the Year finalists revealed

Jaelyn Campbell - November 22, 2024

The 2025 North American Car, Truck, and Utility Vehicle of the Year (NACTOY) finalists have been announced, featuring a mix of electrified and traditional powertrains. Detroit-based brands secured three spots among...

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Automotive Ventures invests in EECOMOBILITY to improve EV battery safety

Steve Greenfield - November 22, 2024

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...

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Q&A: Tasso Roumeliotis of Numa on predictions for service departments in 2025

U.S. EV market on pace for record-breaking year as sales and pricing trends align

Tesla, Rivian near settlement in lawsuit over alleged trade secret theft

Nissan wins court ruling to decertify class action over faulty AEB systems

Kia and Hyundai recalls over 200,000 U.S. EVs due to power issues

Mastering the ‘I found a better deal’ objection with Jonathan Dawson

Bosch to slash over 5,000 jobs amid industry-wide cost-cutting efforts

Auto industry urges Trump to keep EV tax credit and emissions standards

2025 North American Car, Truck, and Utility of the Year finalists revealed

Automotive Ventures invests in EECOMOBILITY to improve EV battery safety

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