EV app engagement up as dealers setup primary driver, JD Power finds
TROY, Mich.: 26 May 2026 — EV app usage has reached a turning point, as higher engagement is now matched by higher expectations, according to the JD Power 2026 U.S. OEM...
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JD Power
More shoppers considering EVs, price and charging availability still driving many away
On the Dash:
Gas prices pushed EV consideration higher in April, 26% now "very likely" to consider an EV
Purchase price is the most frequent objection, followed by range and...
New car sales drop 7.3% in April, but don’t blame buyers
On the Dash:
The latest JD Power-GlobalData forecast shows April's 7.3% sales drop stems from last spring's tariff-driven buying rush.
Nearly one in three trade-ins carries negative equity, making deals...
EV home charging satisfaction declines as costs rise, JD Power study
On the Dash:
86% of EV charging happens at home, yet only about 20% of owners receive dealer education on optimizing it.
Average monthly home charging cost rises to $63,...
February auto sales hit 15.8M SAAR as affordability pressures grow
On the Dash:
Sales momentum may strengthen in March as OEM competition increases during the final month of the quarter.
Hybrid demand continues to grow, while BEV adoption remains under...
Vehicle dependability declines as software issues mount, JD Power finds
On the Dash:
Vehicle dependability has reached its highest problem level since the study redesign in 2022.
Infotainment and mobile phone integration issues remain the top sources of owner complaints.
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JD Power projects 16.3M new-vehicle sales in 2026 to kick off NADA Show
On the Dash:
JD Power forecasts U.S. new-vehicle sales will total 16.3 million units in 2026, matching 2025 levels.
Supply and demand dynamics are expected to be the primary driver...
Tesla tops EV charging satisfaction as reliability improves despite cost concerns
On the Dash
Tesla ranks highest in U.S. public EV charging satisfaction for both Level 2 (661) and DC fast charging (709) in J.D. Power’s 2025 EVX Public Charging Study.
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John Fitzpatrick explores the future of auto industry at the NY Automotive Forum [April 15]
In the latest episode of Inside Automotive, John Fitzpatrick, President and CEO of Force Marketing, previews his keynotes at the upcoming NY Automotive Forum hosted by NADA, J.D. Power, and...
Don’t get left behind: Modernize your dealership playbook – John Fitzpatrick | Force Marketing
The J.D. Power Auto Summit is right around the corner, and this renowned summit serves as a cornerstone for dealership leaders and innovators seeking a competitive edge. This year’s event...
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