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

tax refunds

Larger tax refunds could fuel spring vehicle demand

- February 23, 2026
On the Dash: • Average tax refunds are up 10.9%, potentially boosting Q1 and Q2 vehicle sales. • Affordability remains strained, with $50,000 average prices and $772 monthly payments. • High debt levels...
Industry News Articles
Tesla Autopilot

Judge rejects Tesla’s appeal in $243 million Autopilot fatality case

- February 23, 2026
On the Dash: ADAS liability exposure remains significant, reinforcing the need for clear feature explanations at delivery. The $200 million punitive award highlights jury sensitivity to perceived safety gaps in...
EVs & Technology Articles
Deelr.io

Deelr.io scales smarter with unified intelligence and AI

- February 23, 2026
Dealership profitability increasingly depends on speed, visibility, and execution across every department. Technology that unifies front- and back-end operations while reducing time-to-market now defines competitive advantage. On today’s episode of...
EVs & Technology Driving Solutions
Dawson

Jonathan Dawson shares blueprint for relational, referral-driven dealership growth

- February 23, 2026
Welcome to another episode of Mind Your Own Business, hosted by Jonathan Dawson, President of Sellchology. Nearly six months after acquiring a Mitsubishi Cherokee dealership, Dawson reports that the previously...
Dealer Interviews Mind Your Own Business

Weekly roundup: Trump imposes 10% global tariff, Ford mulls Chinese joint ventures, Jesse Jackson dies at 84

- February 21, 2026
ICYMI: The Detroit 3 cut back investment after U.S. EV demand drops 30%. Ford CEO Jim Farley discussed a potential joint venture with Chinese automakers for U.S. production. Rev. Jesse...
Daily Automotive News Articles
Trump tariffs

Trump imposes new 10% global tariff after Supreme Court strikes down emergency tariffs

- February 20, 2026
On the Dash: Supreme Court struck down Trump emergency tariffs in a 6-3 ruling; auto duties under other laws remain. Refunds to importers could total $170 billion, over half of...
Industry News Articles
UAW, VW ratify contracts

UAW members at VW Chattanooga ratify first labor contracts with 96% approval

- February 20, 2026
On the Dash:  Higher labor costs could influence Volkswagen’s long-term pricing and production strategy. Unionization at a foreign-owned Southern plant may reshape competitive labor dynamics across OEMs. Stronger job protections...
Industry News Articles
Mercedes-Benz of Sugar Land earns National Philanthropic Leadership recognition

Mercedes-Benz of Sugar Land earns National Philanthropic Leadership recognition

- February 20, 2026
Sugar Land, TX (Feb. 19, 2026) — Mercedes-Benz of Sugar Land (MBSL) has been honored with the  Philanthropic Leadership Award from Mercedes‑Benz USA (MBUSA), a national distinction recognizing eight dealerships...
Press Releases Articles
USMCA

Trade commission to examine impact of USMCA

- February 20, 2026
On the Dash: Potential changes to USMCA rules could impact vehicle pricing, sourcing and availability across North American dealerships. Stricter content requirements may influence OEM production strategies, affecting inventory mix...
Industry News Articles
Nissan

Nissan stands firm as Chinese automakers expand in Brazil and Mexico

- February 20, 2026
On the Dash: Nissan welcomes Chinese competition in Latin America and plans to compete on product and service. Brazil and Mexico have raised tariffs as Chinese brands expand through aggressive...
Global Industry News Articles

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