Tariff pressure drives urgency in...
April 22, 2026
On the Dash: Trade negotiations could directly impact vehicle pricing, supply chains and inventory flow...
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Berman Automotive Group acquires Kia...
April 22, 2026
Berman Automotive Group, a Chicago-area family-owned dealership group founded in 1987 by Michael Berman, has...
U.S. News announces the 2026...
April 22, 2026
WASHINGTON, April 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- U.S. News & World Report, the global authority in rankings and consumer...
GM indefinitely delays electric truck...
April 22, 2026
On the Dash: Slower EV rollout may extend the profitability window for gas-powered trucks and...
Ford leads industry in recalls...
April 22, 2026
On the Dash: High recall volume may increase service traffic, creating both operational strain and...
NHTSA launches Pathways to Safer...
April 22, 2026
On the Dash: Increased enforcement of speeding, distracted driving, and seat belt use could influence...
Tesla, EV registrations plummet in...
April 22, 2026
On the Dash: Tesla registrations dropped 24%, even as the Model Y remained the state's...
The auto industry’s regulatory chaos...
April 22, 2026
The auto industry doesn’t run on politics—but it’s increasingly being driven by it. And the...
Carvana expands dealership portfolio with...
April 21, 2026
On the Dash: Carvana acquired its seventh CDJR franchised dealership in Avon Lake, Ohio, near...
Sony-Honda EV venture scales back,...
April 21, 2026
On the Dash: Sony and Honda scale back Sony Honda Mobility after scrapping plans for...
Kody Holdings sells 12-store Southern...
April 21, 2026
Wichita, Kansas-based Brandon Steven Motors has acquired a 12-dealership portfolio in Southern Maryland from Kody...
FTC invites dealers to report...
April 21, 2026
On the Dash: FTC is increasing enforcement and expects dealers to help identify noncompliant competitors....
GM offers up to $40...
April 21, 2026
On the Dash: GM’s investment signals increased focus on EV, software, and next-generation vehicle development....
Hyundai CEO says Middle East...
April 21, 2026
On the Dash: Regional conflicts can disrupt high-margin markets and impact OEM profitability even without...
Underwater deals rise to near-record...
April 21, 2026
On the Dash: Negative equity reaches near-record levels, increasing rollover debt and total vehicle financing...