Market Pulse

U.S.-Canada trade tensions put auto parts suppliers at risk

Tariffs compound the financial impact of COVID-era supply chain shortages and the start-and-stop ramp-up to EV production. (3 min. read)

11 September 2026

Copart agrees to acquire ACV Auctions in $1.9 billion deal

Pending deal combines physical yard network with digital wholesale platform. (2 min. read)

Julie Walker

11 September 2026

Toyota models identified as most likely to hit 250K miles

Only five brands perform above average. (3 min. read)

America’s Car-Mart receives extension on outstanding debt

BHPH dealer sees sales drop 81% YoY (3 min. read)

Jeep launches ‘This Is Jeep Country’ campaign, doubling down on brand’s legacy

Brand leans on heritage, owner community in new campaign to boost SUV sales (3 min. read)

Ford to spend $1B on paint facility in Kentucky

The new paint facility follows Ford’s recent expansion in Kentucky. (2 min. read)

Michigan senator claims Trump might open door to Chinese cars as Xi visit nears

Any move to allow Chinese vehicles into the U.S. could significantly alter the competitive landscape for dealers. (3 min. read)

New, used demand ticks up as buyers chase affordable inventory

Models below $34K among top early 2027 arrivals. (4 min. read)

Widewail launches review tracking platform

Customer Clarity ties feedback to repair orders. (3 min. read)

Ford faces federal pressure to cut China ties as U.S. auto scrutiny intensifies

2 proposed bipartisan bills from the House and Senate seek to rein in the country's auto ties. (3 min. read)

Volkswagen weighs Ducati sale as sweeping restructuring expands beyond core auto business

Ducati is part of VW’s Audi Group, which also includes Automobili Lamborghini and ultra-luxury automaker Bentley Motors. (3 min. read)

Podcast Recaps

$168,000 and counting: Walters Automotive on the savings that came with ditching checks and cards

Featuring Jonathan Kienle, the Director of Ops at Walters Automotive Group, and Truett Dwyer, Co-Founder and CEO of Clerq

Market Pulse

Where dealer sentiment is sitting right now (and why it's not as bad as it sounds)

Plus, tactics from dealers evolving with the market

Car Dealership Guy, +1

2026 models total 85% of new-vehicle inventory through end of August

Last year in August, the 2025s made up only 71.8% of inventory. (3 min. read)

New turf: Jeff Wyler Automotive strikes multi-year sponsorship with Cincinnati Bearcats

Football players debuted the jersey patches in Saturday’s season-opener. (4 min. read)

Julie Walker