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Dec 27, 2024

Auto execs warn of industry 'breaking point'

Dec 27, 2024

BYD faces fallout over “slavery-like” labor claims in Brazil

From the stock market to the car market: Lessons on scaling a 13-rooftop auto group

Podcast Recaps

Dec 27, 2024

From the stock market to the car market: Lessons on scaling a 13-rooftop auto group

Dec 26, 2024

Satisfaction with public EV charging hits a speed bump

Dec 26, 2024

VinFast whistleblower claims rampant safety failures and rushed production

Dec 26, 2024

Stellantis ends Calif. emissions dispute with $4.2M settlement, Ram recalls

7 crucial lessons dealers are carrying into 2025 (Pt. 1 of 2)

The Breakdown

Dec 26, 2024

7 crucial lessons dealers are carrying into 2025 (Pt. 1 of 2)

How to build the next-gen dealership BDC

Podcast Recaps

Dec 25, 2024

How to build the next-gen dealership BDC

Dec 24, 2024

Calif. state dealers association sends cease-and-desist to Scout Motors

Dec 24, 2024

Buyers turn to smaller cars as new vehicle prices stay elevated

Dec 24, 2024

Ford and GM to donate $1M, vehicles for Trump inauguration

Dec 23, 2024

Honda, Nissan formally begin talks for possible $58B merger

Dec 23, 2024

Used car sales surge during holiday season

Dec 23, 2024

VW reaches deal with German union, preventing layoffs and plant shutdowns

Honda and Nissan merger talks, 2025 auto sales forecast looks bright, mobile vehicle service grows

The Weekly

Dec 21, 2024

Honda and Nissan merger talks, 2025 auto sales forecast looks bright, mobile vehicle service grows

Dec 20, 2024

Matt Bowers acquires Hyundai/Genesis store in Louisiana, Corwin Auto Group picks up Colorado Honda location

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.

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.

Auto execs warn of industry 'breaking point'

A new white paper says the industry will need to adopt new tactics to lower costs and boost competitiveness. (4 min. read)

27 December 2024

BYD faces fallout over “slavery-like” labor claims in Brazil

BYD contractor Jinjiang Group denies the claims, saying that the report of their employees being “enslaved” was inconsistent with the facts. (3 min. read)

Marcus Amick

27 December 2024

Podcast Recaps

From the stock market to the car market: Lessons on scaling a 13-rooftop auto group

Featuring Taseer Badar, Chairman and CEO of ZT Corporate

27 December 2024

Satisfaction with public EV charging hits a speed bump

While Tesla owners and Supercharger users remain the most satisfied overall, the same can’t be said for non-Tesla owners. (3 min. read)

26 December 2024

VinFast whistleblower claims rampant safety failures and rushed production

A Times investigation also alleges VinFast employees were locked in overnight during COVID to meet deadlines. (3 min. read)

26 December 2024

Stellantis ends Calif. emissions dispute with $4.2M settlement, Ram recalls

The automaker was accused of using a device to evade emission control measures. (3 min. read)

26 December 2024

The Breakdown

7 crucial lessons dealers are carrying into 2025 (Pt. 1 of 2)

Straight from the showroom floor

Car Dealership Guy

26 December 2024

Podcast Recaps

How to build the next-gen dealership BDC

Featuring Tina Tasche, Van Horn Automotive Group

25 December 2024

Calif. state dealers association sends cease-and-desist to Scout Motors

Dealers argue Scout's status as a Volkswagen affiliate prevents it from competing with franchise retailers. (1 min. read)

24 December 2024

Buyers turn to smaller cars as new vehicle prices stay elevated

Buying a large SUV or pickup has become more expensive, leading many buyers to opt for smaller vehicles. (1 min. read)

Marcus Amick

24 December 2024

Ford and GM to donate $1M, vehicles for Trump inauguration

Neither company has said which models will be used for the January ceremony. (2 min. read)

24 December 2024

Honda, Nissan formally begin talks for possible $58B merger

Mergers in the auto industry are nothing new, but often times, automakers have difficulty aligning synergies. (2 min. read)

23 December 2024

Used car sales surge during holiday season

Retail used car sales picked up in Nov. even as inventory levels remained flat. (2 min. read)

23 December 2024

VW reaches deal with German union, preventing layoffs and plant shutdowns

VW’s wage agreement with workers follows months of declining sales and operating revenue for the German automaker. (3 min. read)

Marcus Amick

23 December 2024

The Weekly

Honda and Nissan merger talks, 2025 auto sales forecast looks bright, mobile vehicle service grows

Go deeper: 5 min. read

21 December 2024

Matt Bowers acquires Hyundai/Genesis store in Louisiana, Corwin Auto Group picks up Colorado Honda location

Dealership buy/sell deals heat up in Q4 despite profitability slide. (5 min. read)

20 December 2024