TSLA354.080-22.285%
GM87.7600.54%
F14.6200.21%
RIVN15.740-0.17%
CYD37.430-0.24%
HMC32.670-0.37%
TM197.110-2.76%
CVNA74.5901.16%
PAG219.7700.15%
LAD386.8107.83%
AN212.3605.18%
GPI300.76016.43%
ABG217.2601.85%
SAH81.0001.58%
TSLA354.080-22.285%
GM87.7600.54%
F14.6200.21%
RIVN15.740-0.17%
CYD37.430-0.24%
HMC32.670-0.37%
TM197.110-2.76%
CVNA74.5901.16%
PAG219.7700.15%
LAD386.8107.83%
AN212.3605.18%
GPI300.76016.43%
ABG217.2601.85%
SAH81.0001.58%
TSLA354.080-22.285%
GM87.7600.54%
F14.6200.21%
RIVN15.740-0.17%
CYD37.430-0.24%
HMC32.670-0.37%
TM197.110-2.76%
CVNA74.5901.16%
PAG219.7700.15%
LAD386.8107.83%
AN212.3605.18%
GPI300.76016.43%
ABG217.2601.85%
SAH81.0001.58%


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New-vehicle sales drop 6.9% but numbers are misleading, JD Power reports

New vehicle sales holdsat 16.4 million SAAR as hybrid demand drives August growth

- August 25, 2026
On the Dash: Total sales pace holds at 16.4 million, but retail sales fall 6.9% year over year, JD Power reports Average monthly payment hits a record $812 for August...
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Owners rate simple tech higher than advanced automation, JD Power finds

Owners rate simple tech higher than advanced automation, JD Power finds

- August 20, 2026
On the Dash: Simple background tech, like smart ignition, earns higher satisfaction than advanced automation features, JD Power survey finds. Hands-free L2+ systems score lower than basic L2 systems despite...
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Public charging satisfaction improves, JD Power finds

Public charging satisfaction improves, JD Power finds

- August 13, 2026
On the Dash: Public charging satisfaction is rising, as failure rates hit a record-low 12%. IONNA, Mercedes-Benz Charging Network and Rivian Adventure Network took the top three DC fast charger...
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Dealers pick lenders based on ease more than rates, JD Power finds

Dealers pick lenders based on ease more than rates, JD Power finds

- August 12, 2026
On the Dash: Dealers rank ease, speed and consistency above rate when choosing financing partners, JD Power finds. First-contact resolution boosts lender satisfaction to 841, versus 599 when a second...
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Premium SUV buyers shifting to mainstream brands, JD Power finds

Premium SUV buyers shifting to mainstream brands, JD Power finds

- August 10, 2026
On the Dash: Nearly a third of premium SUV owners defected to mainstream brands in H1 2026, according to a new JD Power survey. The premium-to-mainstream satisfaction gap shrank to...
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JD Power projects July new-vehicle sales will rise 1.4% as hybrid demand offsets affordability pressures

- July 27, 2026
On the Dash:  July new-vehicle sales are projected to reach 1.42 million units, with a 16.9 million SAAR, the highest pace of 2026. Hybrid demand continues to climb while EV...
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Porsche named most appealing premium brand for third consecutive year in JD Power 2026 U.S. APEAL Study

Porsche named most appealing premium brand for third consecutive year in JD Power 2026 U.S. APEAL Study

- July 23, 2026
July 23, 2026 -- Porsche owners report the highest levels of driver satisfaction with their vehicles, according to the JD Power 2026 U.S. Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) Study℠....
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New-vehicle satisfaction hits a 3-year high, JD Power finds

New-vehicle satisfaction hits a 3-year high, JD Power finds

- July 23, 2026
On the Dash: Owner satisfaction hit 858 points, up 7, the biggest annual gain since 2018 New models still lag carryover vehicles, with infotainment and setup issues persisting Premium...
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Pricing transparency raises OEM website satisfaction, JD Power finds

Pricing transparency raises OEM website satisfaction, JD Power finds

- July 16, 2026
On the Dash: Pricing transparency is driving satisfaction gains on OEM websites, JD Power finds. Porsche and Dodge rank highest in premium and mass market segments. Shoppers with pricing...
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JD Power finds AI adoption drives higher advisor satisfaction, loyalty

JD Power finds AI adoption drives higher advisor satisfaction, loyalty

- July 10, 2026
On the Dash: AI is becoming a competitive advantage when firms pair technology with effective training and implementation. Advisors who use effective AI tools report higher satisfaction, stronger loyalty, and...
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