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%


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GDP Growth

GDP surges 4.3% in Q3 as consumer spending and exports rebound

- December 24, 2025
On the Dash:  U.S. GDP surged 4.3% in Q3, the fastest growth in two years, driven by consumer spending, exports, business investment, and defense outlays. Economic gains are uneven, with...
Ford, CATL, SK On battery parntership

Ford scales back EV plans, pivots to energy storage with Chinese battery tech

- December 24, 2025
On the Dash: Ford shifts focus from EVs to energy storage by leveraging CATL’s LFP technology, converting its Kentucky plant to produce stationary storage batteries. Chinese tech partnership navigates U.S....
GM and U.S. regulators are probing a crash involving a recalled GMC Sierra after a Takata air bag ruptured and injured a passenger.

GM, NHTSA investigate air bag rupture in recalled GMC Sierra crash, WSJ reports

- December 24, 2025
On the Dash: GM and federal regulators are investigating an air bag rupture in a recalled 2010 GMC Sierra that injured a passenger. The vehicle had an open Takata air...
Toyota recalls 55,405 Camry Hybrid and Corolla Cross Hybrid vehicles over a loose inverter bolt that could cause power loss or fire risk.

Toyota recalls over 55,000 hybrid vehicles over inverter bolt concern

- December 24, 2025
On the Dash: Toyota is recalling more than 55,000 Camry Hybrid and Corolla Cross Hybrid vehicles due to a loose inverter bolt that could cause power loss or fire risk. ...
Fred Emich

VW dealer chairman, Fred Emich, calls Scout Motors ruling a wake‑up call for industry

- December 24, 2025
On the latest episode of Inside Automotive, Fred Emich IV, managing partner at Emich Automotive and chairman of the Volkswagen National Dealer Council, joins us to elaborate on his take...
Len Bellavia discusses how Ford’s Amazon CPO program tests digital retail limits while keeping dealers central, raising legal questions.

Len Bellavia examines legal risks in the Ford Amazon CPO program

- December 24, 2025
As automakers test new retail pathways, franchise dealers are closely monitoring where innovation intersects with franchise law. A key example is Ford’s alliance with Amazon, which places certified pre-owned vehicles...
Dave Anderson explains why selective hiring is key to building a high-performing business culture and protecting your company’s long-term success.

Building a high-performing culture starts with selective hiring

- December 24, 2025
A high-performing culture is the foundation of success for all businesses. However, culture doesn't happen by accident—it must be carefully curated and consistently maintained. Today, Dave Anderson, leadership expert and...
NADA’s Mike Stanton and VADA’s Don Hall warn dealers nationwide as the Scout Motors decision tests franchise laws.

NADA’s Mike Stanton, VADA’s Don Hall warn franchise dealers to brace for legal fight following Scout Motors decision

- December 23, 2025
Colorado's approval of Scout Motors' dealer license is sending ripples well beyond the state, putting franchise dealers nationwide on high alert. On today's special episode of Inside Automotive, NADA CEO...
Hyundai Motor Group tops 2025 IIHS Top Safety Awards underscoring automotive safety leadership

Hyundai Motor Group tops 2025 IIHS Top Safety Awards underscoring automotive safety leadership

- December 23, 2025
Hyundai Motor Group secures a total of 21 TOP SAFETY PICK (TSP) and TOP SAFETY PICK+ (TSP+) awards in 2025 — the most of any automotive group for the second consecutive year Hyundai...

Nexperia dispute continues to threaten global chain supply, Sterling Anderson seen as possible GM CEO, Mercedes nears $150M settlement

- December 23, 2025
Top Stories Wingtech warns Nexperia dispute threatens global chip supply. Read More GM executive Sterling Anderson emerges as potential future CEO. Read More Mercedes-Benz reaches $149.6M settlement with U.S. states over diesel emissions...


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