TSLA354.8108.99%
GM86.180-0.15%
F13.9700.07%
RIVN16.8000.47%
CYD40.3900.57%
HMC31.330-0.08%
TM192.0000.16%
CVNA74.0900.14%
PAG217.8500.61%
LAD371.0400.89%
AN198.7502.18%
GPI262.040-0.59%
ABG210.6700.78%
SAH79.2901.25%
TSLA354.8108.99%
GM86.180-0.15%
F13.9700.07%
RIVN16.8000.47%
CYD40.3900.57%
HMC31.330-0.08%
TM192.0000.16%
CVNA74.0900.14%
PAG217.8500.61%
LAD371.0400.89%
AN198.7502.18%
GPI262.040-0.59%
ABG210.6700.78%
SAH79.2901.25%
TSLA354.8108.99%
GM86.180-0.15%
F13.9700.07%
RIVN16.8000.47%
CYD40.3900.57%
HMC31.330-0.08%
TM192.0000.16%
CVNA74.0900.14%
PAG217.8500.61%
LAD371.0400.89%
AN198.7502.18%
GPI262.040-0.59%
ABG210.6700.78%
SAH79.2901.25%


Retail Automotive

Ford names Lisa Drake president of new Ford Energy unit

Ford names Lisa Drake president of new Ford Energy unit

- January 30, 2026
On the Dash: Ford appointed Lisa Drake to lead its newly launched Ford Energy battery storage business. The automaker is repurposing battery plants toward stationary energy storage after scaling back...
Toyota, global sales

Toyota retains global sales crown in 2025 as hybrid demand offsets US tariffs

- January 30, 2026
On the Dash: Toyota’s hybrid-heavy lineup and U.S. manufacturing footprint helped it endure higher tariffs and deliver record global sales. Absorbing tariff costs rather than raising prices proved effective in...
Lotlinx uses AI and predictive analytics to help dealerships move inventory faster and revive lost leads for higher sales.

Kerri Wise on how Lotlinx combines AI and analytics to move cars faster

- January 30, 2026
Dealerships face mounting pressure to move inventory faster and maximize every sales opportunity in an increasingly competitive market. On today's episode of Driving Solutions, Kerry Wise, Chief Marketing Officer at...
Cars Commerce study shows dealers prioritizing trust, transparency, and used-car sourcing to navigate 2026 market pressures.

Cars Commerce study uncovers evolving dealer priorities for 2026 – Brian Kramer

- January 30, 2026
A new Dealer Pain Points Study from Cars Commerce illustrates that affordability, differentiation, and operational efficiency are emerging as the most prominent and consistent challenges for dealers navigating 2026. On this...
2026 GMC Terrain Denali adds luxury, tech, and comfort to a compact SUV, blending city-friendly size with Denali-level refinement.

2026 GMC Terrain Denali brings big luxury to a compact urban SUV

- January 30, 2026
The GMC Terrain received a full redesign just last year, but for 2026 the brand is already raising the bar by adding a new flagship trim that aims to bring...

AI’s growing influence on autonomy, marketplaces, and dealerships

- January 30, 2026
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...
Gubagoo Unlocks Delivering Actionable Data Ups to Sales With Curator at NADA 2026

Gubagoo unlocks delivering actionable data ups to sales with Curator at NADA 2026

- January 29, 2026
HOUSTON, Texas – January 28, 2026 – Gubagoo, the leading provider of conversational commerce and retail solutions for both automotive dealerships and OEMs, today announced several new upgrades for its Unified...
Stellantis Belvidere Assembly

Stellantis faces renewed uncertainty over Belvidere Assembly reopening timeline

- January 29, 2026
On the Dash: A potential delay could push the Belvidere reopening past the current UAW contract, increasing labor uncertainty. Stellantis publicly maintains its 2027 production target despite union claims of...
Carvana exceeded Wall Street’s fourth-quarter sales and earnings expectations but saw its stock drop following the announcement.

Carvana shares drop 14% after short seller alleges earnings inflation

- January 29, 2026
On the Dash: Carvana shares dropped sharply after a short seller accused the company of overstating earnings through related-party transactions. The allegations center on financial ties to businesses owned by...
surcharging, Priority DMS

Surcharging gains momentum as dealers confront rising payment costs – Amberly Allen & Tom Priore | Priority DMS

- January 29, 2026
As operating costs rise and fixed operations take on greater importance, more dealerships are turning to credit card surcharging as a way to protect margins. Industry estimates suggest that roughly...


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