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Jimenez, Classic Chevrolet OKC celebrates third anniversary in new market

Daily News

Jul 6, 2026

Jimenez, Classic Chevrolet OKC celebrates third anniversary in new market

Dealership buy-sells surge in first quarter

Daily News

Jul 6, 2026

Dealership buy-sells surge in first quarter

USMCA uncertainty grows after Trump administration misses renewal deadline

Daily News

Jul 6, 2026

USMCA uncertainty grows after Trump administration misses renewal deadline

Rivian raises 2026 delivery forecast as strong EV demand lifts shares

Daily News

Jul 6, 2026

Rivian raises 2026 delivery forecast as strong EV demand lifts shares

Back to the basics: 7 new and timeless sales tips from seasoned dealers

The Breakdown

Jul 5, 2026

Back to the basics: 7 new and timeless sales tips from seasoned dealers

June auto sales strength masks wavering retail demand + Andre Willis acquires first franchised dealership

The Weekly

Jul 4, 2026

June auto sales strength masks wavering retail demand + Andre Willis acquires first franchised dealership

June sales spike 7.6% as OEMs kick off summer selling season

Daily News

Jul 3, 2026

June sales spike 7.6% as OEMs kick off summer selling season

Average down payments hit lowest share of purchase price since 2020

Daily News

Jul 3, 2026

Average down payments hit lowest share of purchase price since 2020

Ford recalls 741K vehicles as it launches quality-focused marketing campaign

Daily News

Jul 3, 2026

Ford recalls 741K vehicles as it launches quality-focused marketing campaign

EV Auto joins Amazon Auto as the first non-franchise dealer on platform

Dealer Strategies

Jul 1, 2026

EV Auto joins Amazon Auto as the first non-franchise dealer on platform

Louisiana and Massachusetts tighten dealer fee disclosure rules as regulatory scrutiny grows

Daily News

Jul 1, 2026

Louisiana and Massachusetts tighten dealer fee disclosure rules as regulatory scrutiny grows

U.S. auto market faces long-term contraction due to fewer buyers and fiercer competition, analysts say

Daily News

Jul 1, 2026

U.S. auto market faces long-term contraction due to fewer buyers and fiercer competition, analysts say

Ken Garff Automotive Group adds Volkswagen dealership in Utah

Daily News

Jul 1, 2026

Ken Garff Automotive Group adds Volkswagen dealership in Utah

Daily News

Jul 1, 2026

William Fuccillo Jr. sells last family dealerships in New York

Sherwood Ford service business grows 40%, surpassing initial 30% goal

Dealer Strategies

Jun 30, 2026

Sherwood Ford service business grows 40%, surpassing initial 30% goal

CDK's Dave Thomas: Dealers should tune out EV politics and focus on customers

Dealer Strategies

Jun 30, 2026

CDK's Dave Thomas: Dealers should tune out EV politics and focus on customers

THE LATEST AUTO RETAIL NEWS IN 5 MINUTE BITES

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THE LATEST AUTO RETAIL NEWS IN 5 MINUTE BITES

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Daily News

Jimenez, Classic Chevrolet OKC celebrates third anniversary in new market

“There are 18,000 new car dealers, and 1,400 are owned by minorities. With that small percentage, there’s only a short window of opportunity,” said Dorian Jimenez.

Richard Greene

6 July 2026

Daily News

Dealership buy-sells surge in first quarter

The pace is expected to keep up, according to industry experts (3 min. read)

Julie Walker

6 July 2026

Daily News

USMCA uncertainty grows after Trump administration misses renewal deadline

The July 1 deadline marked the point at which the USMCA were to determine whether to renew USMCA for another 16-year term. (3 min. read)

Marcus Amick

6 July 2026

Daily News

Rivian raises 2026 delivery forecast as strong EV demand lifts shares

Rivian now expects 2026 deliveries of 65,000 to 70,000 vehicles, up from its previous forecast of 62,000 to 67,000. (3 min. read)

Marcus Amick

6 July 2026

The Breakdown

Back to the basics: 7 new and timeless sales tips from seasoned dealers

Go deeper: 5 min. read

Julie Walker, +1

5 July 2026

The Weekly

June auto sales strength masks wavering retail demand + Andre Willis acquires first franchised dealership

A look at this week's top stories.

4 July 2026

Daily News

June sales spike 7.6% as OEMs kick off summer selling season

Electrified options helped fuel the strong month, with several automakers noting record months for hybrid models. (4 min. read)

Richard Greene

3 July 2026

Daily News

Average down payments hit lowest share of purchase price since 2020

Average monthly payments, meanwhile, hit a record $777. (3 min. read)

Ash Savage

3 July 2026

Daily News

Ford recalls 741K vehicles as it launches quality-focused marketing campaign

Dealers will also inspect transmissions for park system damage and replace damaged components at no cost. (3 min. read)

Marcus Amick

3 July 2026

Dealer Strategies

EV Auto joins Amazon Auto as the first non-franchise dealer on platform

“I want to be wherever my customers are, and Amazon believes that we’ll provide the same experience they do,” said EV Auto CEO and co-founder Alex Lawrence. (3 min. read)

Richard Greene

1 July 2026

Daily News

Louisiana and Massachusetts tighten dealer fee disclosure rules as regulatory scrutiny grows

The actions by Louisiana and Massachusetts reflect a broader industry shift toward stricter fee disclosure standards. (3 min. read)

Marcus Amick

1 July 2026

Daily News

U.S. auto market faces long-term contraction due to fewer buyers and fiercer competition, analysts say

The forecast signals that dealers may increasingly compete for a smaller pool of buyers. (3 min. read)

Marcus Amick

1 July 2026

Daily News

Ken Garff Automotive Group adds Volkswagen dealership in Utah

CDG News alert (1 min. read)

Julie Walker

1 July 2026

Daily News

William Fuccillo Jr. sells last family dealerships in New York

CDG News alert (1 min. read)

Julie Walker

1 July 2026

Dealer Strategies

Sherwood Ford service business grows 40%, surpassing initial 30% goal

“We’ve completely changed what we do and how we do it," said Service Director Damon Egan. (4 min. read)

Richard Greene

30 June 2026

Dealer Strategies

CDK's Dave Thomas: Dealers should tune out EV politics and focus on customers

Thomas' comments follow recent policy developments, including restrictions on Chinese-connected automakers such as Polestar. (3 min. read)

Marcus Amick

30 June 2026