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

Matt Bowers Auto Group Acquires Bill Estes CDJR in Indiana

Matt Bowers Auto Group acquires Bill Estes CDJR in Indiana

- February 17, 2026
Matt Bowers Auto Group has acquired Bill Estes Chrysler-Dodge-Jeep-Ram in Brownsburg, Indiana, from Asbury Automotive Group. The transaction closed in February 2026 and marks the group’s first dealership in Indiana....
Genuine Parts plans to split its automotive and industrial units into two

NAPA parent Genuine Parts plans to split automotive and industrial businesses

- February 17, 2026
On the Dash: Genuine Parts plans to separate its automotive and industrial businesses into two publicly traded companies. The automotive unit generated more than $15 billion in revenue in 2025,...
Subaru Crosstrek Named the Most Dependable Small SUV in JD Power 2026 US Vehicle Dependability Study

Subaru Crosstrek named the most dependable small SUV in J.D. Power 2026 U.S. Vehicle Dependability Study

- February 17, 2026
Subaru Crosstrek named The Most Dependable Small SUV in America Subaru Crosstrek also named top Small SUV in JD Power 2026 U.S. ALG Residual Value Awards for third consecutive year. ...
Ford, Chinese joint ventures

Ford CEO discusses potential joint ventures for Chinese automakers in the U.S.

- February 17, 2026
On the Dash: A JV framework could introduce Chinese-backed vehicles into the U.S. retail network under American-controlled partnerships. Increased global competition may pressure pricing, margins and inventory strategies at the...
eLend Solutons survey shows rising dealership fraud as digital vehicle sales increase, with many dealers losing multiple vehicles.

Digital transactions fuel spike in dealership fraud, eLend Solutions survey shows

- February 17, 2026
On the Dash: Nearly 80% of dealers report rising fraud over the past two years. Almost half lost four or more vehicles to identity fraud. Most dealers link increased fraud...
U.S. light vehicles fall 4% in January amid incentive changes

U.S. light vehicles fall 4% in January amid incentive changes

- February 17, 2026
On the Dash: Dealers face lower sales volumes and reduced foot traffic due to seasonal disruptions and overall market softness. Rising incentive rates provide opportunities for dealers to stimulate demand...
Georgia considers raising minimum highway speed limit to 50 mph

Georgia proposal aims to curb crashes by raising minimum speed limit

- February 17, 2026
On the Dash: Lawmakers are considering raising the minimum speed limit on roads posted at 65 mph or higher to 50 mph. Supporters argue that slow-moving vehicles can be as...
Twin Pine Ford, Nolan Armpriester

Twin Pine Ford’s Nolan Armpriester bets big on fixed ops for 2026 growth

- February 17, 2026
While many dealership leaders rise through variable operations, Nolan Armpriester, General Manager at Twin Pine Ford of Hamburg, is leaning into what he believes is the most stable and scalable...
Brooke Guy

Brooke Guy’s turnaround strategy for scaling dealership growth

- February 17, 2026
Winning requires discipline, clarity, and the willingness to outwork yesterday’s version of yourself. On today's episode of Training Camp, Coastal Chevrolet Cadillac Nissan General Manager Brooke Guy shares how she...
transparency

Why 2026 must be the year of transparency in vehicle transportation

- February 17, 2026
For decades, lack of transparency has been treated as a fact of life in vehicle transportation. Shippers accepted limited visibility into who was moving their vehicles, the location of their...


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