TSLA345.820-4.43%
GM86.3300.52%
F13.900-0.05%
RIVN16.330-0.41%
CYD39.8200.45%
HMC31.410-0.39%
TM191.840-1.11%
CVNA73.940-1.83%
PAG217.240-2.52%
LAD370.150-1.74%
AN196.570-0.23%
GPI262.630-2.18%
ABG209.890-5.7%
SAH78.0401.03%
TSLA345.820-4.43%
GM86.3300.52%
F13.900-0.05%
RIVN16.330-0.41%
CYD39.8200.45%
HMC31.410-0.39%
TM191.840-1.11%
CVNA73.940-1.83%
PAG217.240-2.52%
LAD370.150-1.74%
AN196.570-0.23%
GPI262.630-2.18%
ABG209.890-5.7%
SAH78.0401.03%
TSLA345.820-4.43%
GM86.3300.52%
F13.900-0.05%
RIVN16.330-0.41%
CYD39.8200.45%
HMC31.410-0.39%
TM191.840-1.11%
CVNA73.940-1.83%
PAG217.240-2.52%
LAD370.150-1.74%
AN196.570-0.23%
GPI262.630-2.18%
ABG209.890-5.7%
SAH78.0401.03%


Retail Automotive

January new-vehicle sales slow to a 15.3 million SAAR as higher prices, winter weather and economic uncertainty weigh on demand.

January new-vehicle sales cool after strong 2025 finish

- January 28, 2026
On the Dash: January new-vehicle sales are projected to slow to a 15.3 million SAAR, down from December and last year. Year-over-year gains are driven by an extra selling day,...
AutoTrust

AutoTrust Dealer Alliance aims to ease dealer cost pressures through collective purchasing

- January 28, 2026
As franchise dealers face shrinking vehicle margins and rising operating costs, a new dealer-owned cooperative is positioning itself as a tool to help level the playing field. AutoTrust Dealer Alliance, founded...
DSMA, DSMAs, Farid Ahmad

DSMA’s Farid Ahmad advises dealers on growth, succession, international opportunities

- January 28, 2026
As the buy/sell market continues to evolve and dealers consider growth, succession, and opportunities, having the right advisor is critical. Joining us in the latest episode of Driving Solutions is...
AutoFi

Turn transparency into trust and sales gains — Kevin Singerman & Joe St. John | AutoFi

- January 28, 2026
In today's digitally-driven world, the traditional showroom sales process is struggling to meet modern customer expectations. On this special edition of Driving Solutions, AutoFi CEO and Co-founder Kevin Singerman and...
Dave Anderson explains why celebrating excellence and focusing on top performers builds stronger teams and drives results.

Weed out underperformers to build strong teams

- January 28, 2026
Far too often, leaders reward mediocrity while failing to celebrate excellence. On today's episode of Lessons in Leadership, leadership expert and LearnToLead Founder Dave Anderson explains how focusing too much...
RouteOne Fusion

Strengthen your digital retail strategy with RouteOne Fusion

- January 28, 2026
As the automotive retail landscape evolves, dealerships face mounting pressure to deliver a seamless, modern buying experience that meets today’s consumer expectations.  At NADA 2026, the spotlight is on innovation, and...
FBI swaps iconic Chevrolet Suburbans for armored BMW X5s to cut costs, stay discreet, and maintain U.S.-made production.

Why the FBI ditched Chevy Suburbans for BMW SUVs

- January 28, 2026
The FBI is abandoning General Motors. For generations, the black Chevrolet Suburbans has been a rolling symbol of federal authority. Its size, shape, and presence are instantly recognizable, whether it is...
Remarkable Leaders

CBT News opens nominations for inaugural Remarkable Leaders in F&I Awards

- January 27, 2026
ATLANTA, GA (January 26, 2026) — CBT News, the leading news platform for retail automotive professionals, is proud to announce that nominations are officially open for its inaugural Remarkable Leaders...
Nearly half of U.S. auto loan borrowers use terms over 72 months as rising vehicle prices strain monthly budgets.

Rising car prices push Americans toward longer auto loans

- January 27, 2026
On the Dash: Nearly 50% of borrowers rely on auto loans longer than 72 months to manage rising vehicle costs. Millennials and Gen X carry the largest balances, while Gen...
John Fitzpatrick Force Marketing

GM Canada taps Force Marketing to boost dealer retention – John Fitzpatrick

- January 27, 2026
Force Marketing secured a massive win in Canada. General Motors Canada has selected the automotive technology and marketing leader to support after-sales marketing for its dealerships, a substantial expansion of...


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