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Fixed ops director flexes lifetime warranty, need for speed retention success

Dealer Strategies

Jun 9, 2026

Fixed ops director flexes lifetime warranty, need for speed retention success

New York dealership files $15M lawsuit against General Motors

Daily News

Jun 9, 2026

New York dealership files $15M lawsuit against General Motors

Texas poised to overtake California in U.S. new-vehicle sales, says JD Power

Daily News

Jun 8, 2026

Texas poised to overtake California in U.S. new-vehicle sales, says JD Power

Fed report shows rates remain between 6.1% and 7.55%

Daily News

Jun 8, 2026

Fed report shows rates remain between 6.1% and 7.55%

Auto Gallery Automotive acquires first Michigan dealership

Daily News

Jun 8, 2026

Auto Gallery Automotive acquires first Michigan dealership

Auto loan underwriting strategies shift as affordability issues remain

Daily News

Jun 8, 2026

Auto loan underwriting strategies shift as affordability issues remain

Trump signals support for right-to-repair as debate over vehicle service access intensifies

Daily News

Jun 8, 2026

Trump signals support for right-to-repair as debate over vehicle service access intensifies

German automakers trail global rivals as tariffs and tech challenges weigh on sales

Daily News

Jun 8, 2026

German automakers trail global rivals as tariffs and tech challenges weigh on sales

Auto industry warns AI chip demand could drive up vehicle costs, strain supply chains

Daily News

Jun 8, 2026

Auto industry warns AI chip demand could drive up vehicle costs, strain supply chains

What 200 consumer complaints reveal about the compliance gaps dealers keep missing

The Breakdown

Jun 7, 2026

What 200 consumer complaints reveal about the compliance gaps dealers keep missing

Hyundai GM alleges lower bonuses, withheld inventory + Gurley Leep expands Midwest footprint

The Weekly

Jun 6, 2026

Hyundai GM alleges lower bonuses, withheld inventory + Gurley Leep expands Midwest footprint

The FTC has fielded more than 10K auto-related consumer complaints since 2021

Daily News

Jun 5, 2026

The FTC has fielded more than 10K auto-related consumer complaints since 2021

Federal Reserve notes decrease in car sales, loans

Daily News

Jun 5, 2026

Federal Reserve notes decrease in car sales, loans

Santander settles New York auto lending case over undisclosed loan extension fees

Daily News

Jun 5, 2026

Santander settles New York auto lending case over undisclosed loan extension fees

Ford recalls nearly 420K SUVs over seat belt defect as callback count climbs

Daily News

Jun 5, 2026

Ford recalls nearly 420K SUVs over seat belt defect as callback count climbs

The 60-second car deal: One dealer's bet on the future of retail (and the numbers behind it)

Podcast Recaps

Jun 4, 2026

The 60-second car deal: One dealer's bet on the future of retail (and the numbers behind it)

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.

Dealer Strategies

Fixed ops director flexes lifetime warranty, need for speed retention success

He's aiming for a retention rate of 48-49%. (3 min. read)

Julie Walker

9 June 2026

Daily News

New York dealership files $15M lawsuit against General Motors

The lawsuit alleges that the manufacturer is effectively trying to force it out of business through tactics such as unfair inventory allocation. (5 min. read)

Julie Walker

9 June 2026

Daily News

Texas poised to overtake California in U.S. new-vehicle sales, says JD Power

California's share of U.S. light-vehicle retail sales has fallen from 12.5% to 11.4%, while Texas' share has grown from 9.3% to 10.8%. (4 min. read)

Marcus Amick

8 June 2026

Daily News

Fed report shows rates remain between 6.1% and 7.55%

CDG News Alert (2 min. read)

Richard Greene

8 June 2026

Daily News

Auto Gallery Automotive acquires first Michigan dealership

CDG News alert (1 min. read)

Julie Walker

8 June 2026

Daily News

Auto loan underwriting strategies shift as affordability issues remain

During a roundtable discussion at the Non-Prime Auto Finance Conference in Irving, Texas, lenders discussed industry trends. (3 min. read)

Richard Greene

8 June 2026

Daily News

Trump signals support for right-to-repair as debate over vehicle service access intensifies

The renewed focus on right-to-repair highlights the growing competitive battle for post-warranty service customers. (3 min. read)

Marcus Amick

8 June 2026

Daily News

German automakers trail global rivals as tariffs and tech challenges weigh on sales

"The entire German automotive industry is undergoing a profound structural transformation," said EY sector specialist Constantin Gall. (3 min. read)

Marcus Amick

8 June 2026

Daily News

Auto industry warns AI chip demand could drive up vehicle costs, strain supply chains

The warning comes from groups representing automakers, retailers, and electronics firms. (3 min. read)

Marcus Amick

8 June 2026

The Breakdown

What 200 consumer complaints reveal about the compliance gaps dealers keep missing

Go deeper: 5 min. read

Julie Walker, +1

7 June 2026

The Weekly

Hyundai GM alleges lower bonuses, withheld inventory + Gurley Leep expands Midwest footprint

A look at this week's top stories.

6 June 2026

Daily News

The FTC has fielded more than 10K auto-related consumer complaints since 2021

CDG News took a look at 200 of them. (3 min. read)

Julie Walker

5 June 2026

Daily News

Federal Reserve notes decrease in car sales, loans

Bank points out shift in demand for hybrids. (3 min. read)

Richard Greene

5 June 2026

Daily News

Santander settles New York auto lending case over undisclosed loan extension fees

The settlement serves as another reminder of the heightened regulatory scrutiny surrounding auto finance and lending disclosures. (3 min. read)

Marcus Amick

5 June 2026

Daily News

Ford recalls nearly 420K SUVs over seat belt defect as callback count climbs

The latest recall affects certain 2018-2022 Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. (3 min. read)

Marcus Amick

5 June 2026

Podcast Recaps

The 60-second car deal: One dealer's bet on the future of retail (and the numbers behind it)

Featuring Jon Alcorn, Operating Partner at Dogwood Automotive Group

4 June 2026