Tax refund season has always been a shot in the arm for auto sales—but this year, it’s also a battleground. (4 min. read)
However, <50% of first-time buyers were taught how their EV’s features actually work. (2 min. read)
President Trump maintains that there are no conflicting interests in the federal cuts being facilitated by Musk through DOGE. (2 min. read)
The biggest factor seems to be the mix of vehicles available. (2 min. read)
Even among those who are using AI, it’s often not being fully leveraged. (2 min. read)
As a result—CEO Jim Farley is trying to course-correct, shifting leadership to streamline quality processes and improve reliability across all vehicles. (2 min. read)
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Retail new vehicle sales are projected to rise 8.1% YoY when adjusted for the number of selling days. (4 min. read)
“R2 is going to really open up the market for us..." said RJ Scaringe, the CEO of Rivian. (2 min. read)
Industry insiders expect even more vehicle delays—as automakers look to offset EV challenges and mitigate the impact of new federal policies. (3 min. read)
Plus, what brands he’s avoiding
Carvana said it sold 416,348 retail vehicles in 2044, a 33% increase from 2023. (2 min. read)
