TSLA358.22014.53%
GM86.160-3.17%
F12.440-0.09%
RIVN13.6100.32%
CYD20.000-0.01%
HMC35.780-0.48%
TM216.190-1.92%
CVNA73.5701.49%
PAG212.3600.16%
LAD308.770-7%
AN184.000-4.12%
GPI261.350-5.15%
ABG202.650-4.38%
SAH61.710-1.09%
TSLA358.22014.53%
GM86.160-3.17%
F12.440-0.09%
RIVN13.6100.32%
CYD20.000-0.01%
HMC35.780-0.48%
TM216.190-1.92%
CVNA73.5701.49%
PAG212.3600.16%
LAD308.770-7%
AN184.000-4.12%
GPI261.350-5.15%
ABG202.650-4.38%
SAH61.710-1.09%
TSLA358.22014.53%
GM86.160-3.17%
F12.440-0.09%
RIVN13.6100.32%
CYD20.000-0.01%
HMC35.780-0.48%
TM216.190-1.92%
CVNA73.5701.49%
PAG212.3600.16%
LAD308.770-7%
AN184.000-4.12%
GPI261.350-5.15%
ABG202.650-4.38%
SAH61.710-1.09%


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Porsche cuts China exposure as global deliveries fall 16%

Porsche cuts China exposure as global deliveries fall 16%

- October 27, 2026
On the Dash: Porsche reduced its reliance on Chinese automakers such as BYD, Geely, and Xiaomi, which intensify competition, particularly in electric vehicles. Global deliveries fell 16% to 178,532 vehicles...
Industry News Articles
Len Bellavia breaks down the legal fight over Scout Motors’ sales model

Len Bellavia breaks down the legal fight over Scout Motors’ sales model

- October 26, 2026
A California court has allowed the California New Car Dealers Association’s (CNCDA) lawsuit challenging Scout Motors’ direct-to-consumer sales plans to move forward, giving Volkswagen and Scout another legal hurdle to...
Automotive News CBT Live
Court rejects Volkswagen and Scout bids to dismiss dealer lawsuit

Court rejects Volkswagen and Scout bids to dismiss dealer lawsuit

- October 26, 2026
On the Dash: A federal judge rejected Volkswagen and Scout Motors' latest attempts to end the California New Car Dealers Association's lawsuit challenging direct vehicle sales. The ruling upholds the...
Industry News Articles
What Carvana's growth means for traditional franchise dealers

What Carvana’s growth means for traditional franchise dealers

- October 6, 2026
The Carvana-Stellantis relationship is creating concerns among franchise dealers over whether the two companies are operating on a level playing field. On today's CBT Live segment, Len Bellavia, Founding Partner...
CBT Live Industry News
What the latest FTC guidance means for dealerships

What the latest FTC guidance means for dealerships

- July 23, 2026
There's been a lot happening on the regulatory front this year, from FTC scrutiny to new legislation impacting dealers at the state level. Joining us on today’s episode of Inside...
Association News Inside Automotive
Dealer M&A market becomes more selective as brand strength drives demand

Dealer M&A market becomes more selective as brand strength drives demand

- July 22, 2026
On the Dash: Two separate industry surveys, from Presidio Group and Kerrigan Advisors, both point to a widening gap between top-tier and lower-tier dealership brands. Succession planning and softening profit...
Data & Analytics Articles
Group of 14 California Volkswagen dealers pushes back on Scout sales approach

Group of 14 California Volkswagen dealers pushes back on Scout sales approach

- May 6, 2026
On the Dash: Legal action reinforces franchise protections and could set a precedent for direct-to-consumer sales limits Outcome may impact how OEMs structure new EV or sub-brands to bypass dealer...
Association News Articles
Rivian secures direct-sales win in Washington

Rivian secures direct-sales win in Washington

- March 30, 2026
On the Dash: Washington’s law allows Rivian and Lucid direct sales, signaling potential pressure on franchise protections. Rivian’s nearly $5 million ballot push, with up to $25 million planned, forced...
EVs & Technology Articles
Matthew Groves of CADA discusses Scout Motors’ Colorado dealer license and what it means for dealers and the franchise system.

CADA’s Matthew Groves on Scout Motors dealer license approval

- December 17, 2025
Scout Motors was granted a dealer license in Colorado that enables it to sell directly to customers, intensifying national concerns among franchised dealers. On today's episode of Inside Automotive, Matthew...
Association News Inside Automotive
How dealerships can compete with Scout's direct-to-consumer sales model

Michael Wood on Scout Motor’s direct sales model sparks controversy among VW dealers

- November 13, 2024
In today's episode of Inside Automotive, Michael Wood, the general manager of Jaguar, Land Rover, and Volkswagen divisions at Checkered Flag Auto Group, shares his unique perspective on Scout Motors' decision to bypass...
Inside Automotive Management & Leadership


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