TSLA360.590-20.67001%
GM72.540-2.5%
F11.590-0.09%
RIVN15.4000.46%
CYD39.410-0.08%
HMC24.150-0.16%
TM207.010-2.66%
CVNA313.5481.45799%
PAG149.3400.18%
LAD251.8201%
AN197.680-0.29%
GPI329.450-1.34%
ABG194.7600.73%
SAH64.870-0.38%
TSLA360.590-20.67001%
GM72.540-2.5%
F11.590-0.09%
RIVN15.4000.46%
CYD39.410-0.08%
HMC24.150-0.16%
TM207.010-2.66%
CVNA313.5481.45799%
PAG149.3400.18%
LAD251.8201%
AN197.680-0.29%
GPI329.450-1.34%
ABG194.7600.73%
SAH64.870-0.38%
TSLA360.590-20.67001%
GM72.540-2.5%
F11.590-0.09%
RIVN15.4000.46%
CYD39.410-0.08%
HMC24.150-0.16%
TM207.010-2.66%
CVNA313.5481.45799%
PAG149.3400.18%
LAD251.8201%
AN197.680-0.29%
GPI329.450-1.34%
ABG194.7600.73%
SAH64.870-0.38%


Retail Automotive

Rising tariffs

Tariff pressures could push new vehicle prices higher this year

- February 25, 2026
On the Dash: • Tariff costs will likely push vehicle prices higher. • Vehicle prices have risen about 1% so far despite ongoing duties. • Automakers face billions in tariff expenses with limited...
Lucid trims 2026 production

Lucid trims 2026 production forecast amid U.S. EV demand slowdown

- February 25, 2026
On the Dash: Slower 2026 production may limit the availability of high-demand models, especially the Gravity SUV, affecting dealer inventory planning. Supply chain improvements could stabilize deliveries, but cautious production...
RouteOne, CBT News, Remarkable Leaders

CBT News and RouteOne launch Remarkable Leaders in F&I awards

- February 25, 2026
F&I professionals are essential to dealership performance, driving profitability while ensuring compliance and building customer trust. Yet, their contributions often go unrecognized beyond their own stores. To change that, CBT...
Dave Anderson explains why high-performing cultures require leaders to face reality about people, strategy and results.

How high-performing leaders refine strategies to achieve results

- February 25, 2026
The difference between average and elite organizations often comes down to one leadership discipline: facing reality. That principle anchors the 10th trait of high-performing cultures outlined by leadership expert Dave...
Hyundai wins big with families four models honored with 2026 Parents Best Family Cars Awards

Hyundai wins big with families: four models honored with 2026 Parents Best Family Cars Awards

- February 24, 2026
2026 IONIQ 9, IONIQ 5, Palisade, and Palisade Hybrid models recognized by one of the nation's oldest and most respected parenting publications From fully electric three-row flexibility to hybrid efficiency...
New vehicle prices near $50,000 reflect regulatory mandates, compliance costs and tariffs, not dealer markups or supply issues.

Car prices aren’t high by accident — they’re the cost of government control

- February 24, 2026
Americans are paying more for new vehicles not because of greedy dealers or temporary market disruptions, but because the modern automobile has become a government-regulated platform. What once functioned as...
CarGurus data breach

CarGurus allegedly hit in data breach, claiming 1.7 million records stolen

- February 24, 2026
On the Dash: Third-party marketplace breaches can expose corporate and potentially sensitive operational data. Voice phishing targeting SSO systems remains an active threat vector for automotive-related platforms. Dealers should reassess...
Prestige Auto Group acquires Columbiana Ford

Prestige Auto Group acquires Columbiana Ford

- February 24, 2026
Prestige Auto Group, owned by George Albanna, acquired Columbiana Ford from Pillar Automotive in a transaction that closed Feb. 9, 2026. The dealership was rebranded as Prestige Ford. Performance Brokerage...

Japan to avoid tougher tariffs, EU responds to Supreme Court ruling, Stellantis bets on Jeep Cherokee

- February 24, 2026
 Top Stories Japan presses US to avoid tougher tariffs amid policy shifts. Read More Framework trade deal on hold as EU responds to Supreme Court tariff ruling. Read More Stellantis bets on new...
Japan, tariffs

Japan presses US to avoid tougher tariffs amid policy shifts

- February 24, 2026
On the Dash: • Japan is seeking assurance it will not face harsher tariffs than under the 2025 trade deal. • The agreement lowered auto import duties to 15% from 27.5%. • New...


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