TSLA375.7001.98%
GM77.805-0.715%
F12.365-0.115%
RIVN16.571-0.3794%
CYD41.320-0.55%
HMC24.275-0.205%
TM192.765-3.315%
CVNA400.860-2.16%
PAG160.4900.49%
LAD274.885-1.50499%
AN202.760-0.21%
GPI338.490-1.29%
ABG201.590-0.42%
SAH71.060-0.16%
TSLA375.7001.98%
GM77.805-0.715%
F12.365-0.115%
RIVN16.571-0.3794%
CYD41.320-0.55%
HMC24.275-0.205%
TM192.765-3.315%
CVNA400.860-2.16%
PAG160.4900.49%
LAD274.885-1.50499%
AN202.760-0.21%
GPI338.490-1.29%
ABG201.590-0.42%
SAH71.060-0.16%
TSLA375.7001.98%
GM77.805-0.715%
F12.365-0.115%
RIVN16.571-0.3794%
CYD41.320-0.55%
HMC24.275-0.205%
TM192.765-3.315%
CVNA400.860-2.16%
PAG160.4900.49%
LAD274.885-1.50499%
AN202.760-0.21%
GPI338.490-1.29%
ABG201.590-0.42%
SAH71.060-0.16%


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J.D. Power study shows EVs face more wear and tear than ICE counterparts

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A recent J.D. Power study has highlighted a growing issue in the auto industry. Vehicles are becoming less reliable after three years of ownership. The 2024 U.S. Vehicle Dependability Study reveals...
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J.D. Power has projected an increase to the seasonally adjusted annualized rate (SAAR) for total new-vehicle sales, to 15.5 million units.

Nov. U.S. auto sales expected to soar: new-vehicle sales up 10.2% year-over-year

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According to a joint forecast from J.D. Power and GlobalData, the automotive retail industry is witnessing a significant upswing in November, with total new-vehicle sales projected to hit 1,236,000 units,...
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Tyson Jominy joins CBT Now to discuss the UAW strike and what dealers should expect to see from fourth quarter auto sales.

How will the UAW strike affect Q4 auto sales? — Tyson Jominy | J.D. Power

- October 23, 2023
Faced with rising inflation, high interest rates and a historical United Auto Workers (UAW) strike, dealers are in for a complex fourth quarter. With the holiday season only weeks away,...
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The inaugural J.D. Power U.S. Robotaxi Experience Study found that consumers are uneasy about testing and using robotaxis on city streets.

New J.D. Power study reveals most consumers still uneasy about robotaxis

- October 19, 2023
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brand loyalty

Brand loyalty among new car owners weakens, J.D. Power finds

- September 27, 2023
According to the J.D. Power 2023 U.S. Automotive Brand Loyalty Study, more consumers are opting to forgo brand loyalty as new car inventory and sales in the U.S. continue to...
Headlines Articles
Kristin Kolodge joins CBT Now to discuss J.D. Power's customer satisfaction study, and why new vehicle scores decreased in 2023.

Declining customer satisfaction and what dealers should do — Kristin Kolodge | J.D. Power

- August 3, 2023
Overall satisfaction with new vehicles is declining, according to the recently released U.S. Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study released by J. D. Power. On this episode of CBT...
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Stellantis

Weekly roundup: Stellantis posts record earnings, Tesla’s 7-year financing, new AI solutions from J.D. Power

- July 28, 2023
Earlier this week: Stellantis reported record-breaking earnings of $12.1 billion, a 37% increase in net profit, and a 12% year-over-year revenue growth to $109 billion for the first half of...
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J.D. Power has announced a new partnership with data analytics firm Palantir Technologies to create new artificial intelligence solutions.

J.D. Power, Palantir to partner on artificial intelligence tools for dealers, OEMs

- July 25, 2023
J.D. Power has announced a new partnership with data analytics firm Palantir Technologies to create artificial intelligence solutions for the car business. In a press release, the two companies stated that...
Articles Headlines
Car owner satisfaction declined for the second year in a row in 2023, according to the J.D. Power APEAL study.

Car owner satisfaction declines for second year in J.D. Power study

- July 21, 2023
Car owner satisfaction declined for the second year in a row, according to the J.D. Power Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) Study. It is the first time in nearly three...
Articles Headlines
On this edition of CBT Now, Jim Fitzpatrick speaks with J.D. Power's Tyson Jominy about the current state of the U.S. new car market.

Where does the new car market stand today? — Tyson Jominy | J.D. Power

- July 20, 2023
On this edition of CBT Now, Jim Fitzpatrick speaks with Tyson Jominy, the Vice President of Data and Analytics at J.D. Power, about the current state of the U.S. new...
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