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Ford Escape, Jeep Wagoneer stand alone as affordable options in 2022 SUV categories

Daily News

Nov 2, 2026

Ford Escape, Jeep Wagoneer stand alone as affordable options in 2022 SUV categories

Multiple dealerships selling 8 brands change hands in Iowa family deal

Daily News

Nov 2, 2026

Multiple dealerships selling 8 brands change hands in Iowa family deal

Auto loan originations hit 12.8M in 1H 2026

Daily News

Nov 2, 2026

Auto loan originations hit 12.8M in 1H 2026

Trump, Carney signal progress on U.S.-Canada trade deal as automotive tariff uncertainty persists

Daily News

Nov 2, 2026

Trump, Carney signal progress on U.S.-Canada trade deal as automotive tariff uncertainty persists

Potential Democratic sweep raises stakes for automakers’ EV strategies and dealer inventory planning

Daily News

Nov 2, 2026

Potential Democratic sweep raises stakes for automakers’ EV strategies and dealer inventory planning

Used EV prices climb 9.8% since last September, double rate of hybrids

Daily News

Nov 1, 2026

Used EV prices climb 9.8% since last September, double rate of hybrids

Honda’s global production falls 12% in September as U.S. output and hybrid sales climb

Daily News

Nov 1, 2026

Honda’s global production falls 12% in September as U.S. output and hybrid sales climb

Audi lowers financial forecast as U.S. expansion becomes critical to turnaround and dealer growth

Daily News

Nov 1, 2026

Audi lowers financial forecast as U.S. expansion becomes critical to turnaround and dealer growth

3 ways dealers can protect themselves as AI speeds up hackers

The Breakdown

Nov 1, 2026

3 ways dealers can protect themselves as AI speeds up hackers

Cox confirms VinSolutions cyber incident + CNCDA lawsuit against Scout, VW proceeds

The Weekly

Oct 31, 2026

Cox confirms VinSolutions cyber incident + CNCDA lawsuit against Scout, VW proceeds

Nissan execs talk pricing, regional demand, expectations for 2027 U.S. Rogue Hybrid

Daily News

Oct 30, 2026

Nissan execs talk pricing, regional demand, expectations for 2027 U.S. Rogue Hybrid

Mohawk Honda’s Lightning Lane meets customer demand with 25-minute oil change offer

Daily News

Oct 29, 2026

Mohawk Honda’s Lightning Lane meets customer demand with 25-minute oil change offer

How dealers can win Q4 in a rising rate environment

Daily News

Oct 29, 2026

How dealers can win Q4 in a rising rate environment

Vehicle finance fraud exposure hits $10.4 billion as AI-enabled schemes threaten auto lending

Daily News

Oct 29, 2026

Vehicle finance fraud exposure hits $10.4 billion as AI-enabled schemes threaten auto lending

AI-generated ads raise consumer trust concerns as more dealerships embrace the technology

Daily News

Oct 29, 2026

AI-generated ads raise consumer trust concerns as more dealerships embrace the technology

Honda warns 50% tariffs on Canadian autos could be ‘catastrophic’ as U.S. trade talks continue

Daily News

Oct 29, 2026

Honda warns 50% tariffs on Canadian autos could be ‘catastrophic’ as U.S. trade talks continue

THE LATEST AUTO RETAIL NEWS IN 5 MINUTE BITES

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THE LATEST AUTO RETAIL NEWS IN 5 MINUTE BITES

Join over 90,000+ subscribers and stay ahead with actionable insights, sharp analyses, and interviews from the world’s leading dealership owners and experts.

Daily News

Ford Escape, Jeep Wagoneer stand alone as affordable options in 2022 SUV categories

CARFAX finds eight mid-size SUVs under affordability ceiling of $30,000 (3 min. read)

Richard Greene

2 November 2026

Daily News

Multiple dealerships selling 8 brands change hands in Iowa family deal

CDG News alert (3 min. read)

Julie Walker

2 November 2026

Daily News

Auto loan originations hit 12.8M in 1H 2026

Total auto debt reaches $1.7T (4 min. read)

Richard Greene

2 November 2026

Daily News

Trump, Carney signal progress on U.S.-Canada trade deal as automotive tariff uncertainty persists

Renewed optimism over a U.S.-Canada trade deal raises the possibility of relief from automotive tariffs. (3 min. read)

Marcus Amick

2 November 2026

Daily News

Potential Democratic sweep raises stakes for automakers’ EV strategies and dealer inventory planning

A Democratic sweep could reinforce expectations of continued federal support for clean-energy development, according to analysts. (3 min. read)

Marcus Amick

2 November 2026

Daily News

Used EV prices climb 9.8% since last September, double rate of hybrids

The jump was exactly double the 4.9% increase for used hybrids. (4 min. read)

Richard Greene

1 November 2026

Daily News

Honda’s global production falls 12% in September as U.S. output and hybrid sales climb

U.S. output rose amid stronger sales, driven by rising demand for hybrids. (3 min. read)

Marcus Amick

1 November 2026

Daily News

Audi lowers financial forecast as U.S. expansion becomes critical to turnaround and dealer growth

Audi cut its 2026 revenue and profitability guidance on Friday. (3 min. read)

Marcus Amick

1 November 2026

The Breakdown

3 ways dealers can protect themselves as AI speeds up hackers

Go deeper: 5 min. read

Car Dealership Guy, +1

1 November 2026

The Weekly

Cox confirms VinSolutions cyber incident + CNCDA lawsuit against Scout, VW proceeds

Plus, Carvana tops 200K units in a quarter

Richard Greene, +3

31 October 2026

Daily News

Nissan execs talk pricing, regional demand, expectations for 2027 U.S. Rogue Hybrid

This weekend, shipments will begin for Nissan’s 2027 Rogue Hybrid. (4 min. read)

Truth Headlam

30 October 2026

Daily News

Mohawk Honda’s Lightning Lane meets customer demand with 25-minute oil change offer

Customers are guaranteed to be in or out in 25 minutes or the oil change is free. (4 min. read)

Richard Greene

29 October 2026

Daily News

How dealers can win Q4 in a rising rate environment

Through August, the weighted average prime auto rate sat at about 6.7%, while the weighted average subprime rate was almost 18%. (3 min. read)

Truth Headlam

29 October 2026

Daily News

Vehicle finance fraud exposure hits $10.4 billion as AI-enabled schemes threaten auto lending

Up to 24% of auto loan defaults are believed to involve fraud, while 77% of dealerships reported increased fraudulent activity over the past two years, according to industry studies. (3 min. read)

Marcus Amick

29 October 2026

Daily News

AI-generated ads raise consumer trust concerns as more dealerships embrace the technology

74% of respondents believe brands and creators have a duty to disclose when AI is used in advertising and marketing campaigns. (3 min. read)

Marcus Amick

29 October 2026

Daily News

Honda warns 50% tariffs on Canadian autos could be ‘catastrophic’ as U.S. trade talks continue

President Trump’s plan to double the current 25% tariff on Canadian vehicles and parts is set to take effect January 1, 2027, unless the two countries reach a deal. (3 min. read)

Marcus Amick

29 October 2026