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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

Auto loan refinancing surges as lower rates help consumers cut monthly payments

Daily News

Jun 30, 2026

Auto loan refinancing surges as lower rates help consumers cut monthly payments

Volkswagen's restructuring plans face high-stakes battle over union and political power

Daily News

Jun 30, 2026

Volkswagen's restructuring plans face high-stakes battle over union and political power

1H 2026: OEM sales standings (plus, how dealers are taking back control)

Market Pulse

Jun 30, 2026

1H 2026: OEM sales standings (plus, how dealers are taking back control)

The invisible problem: Why dealers are losing leads (and where they’re going)

Insights & Trends

Jun 30, 2026

The invisible problem: Why dealers are losing leads (and where they’re going)

D&M Leasing sees 5% increase in business as leasing market contracts

Daily News

Jun 30, 2026

D&M Leasing sees 5% increase in business as leasing market contracts

Used-car prices jump more than $1,300 in first six months of 2026

Daily News

Jun 30, 2026

Used-car prices jump more than $1,300 in first six months of 2026

Toyota sales fall again as Iran conflict and regional demand challenges weigh

Daily News

Jun 30, 2026

Toyota sales fall again as Iran conflict and regional demand challenges weigh

Car Dealership Guy founder Yossi J. Levi launches CDG Ventures, opens platform to dealers and accredited investors

Insights & Trends

Jun 29, 2026

Car Dealership Guy founder Yossi J. Levi launches CDG Ventures, opens platform to dealers and accredited investors

Andre Willis acquires first franchised dealership

Daily News

Jun 29, 2026

Andre Willis acquires first franchised dealership

THE LATEST AUTO RETAIL NEWS IN 5 MINUTE BITES

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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

Daily News

Auto loan refinancing surges as lower rates help consumers cut monthly payments

In Q1, about 111,000 vehicle owners refinanced their auto loans as refinancing rates fell below those for new-vehicle purchases. (3 min. read)

Marcus Amick

30 June 2026

Daily News

Volkswagen's restructuring plans face high-stakes battle over union and political power

"At some point, everyone has to realize that ‌a major transformation must be carried out to ensure the survival of this company," said Ulrich Hocker, president of shareholder lobby group DSW. (3 min. read)

Marcus Amick

30 June 2026

Market Pulse

1H 2026: OEM sales standings (plus, how dealers are taking back control)

Go deeper: 5 min. read

Ash Savage, +1

30 June 2026

Insights & Trends

The invisible problem: Why dealers are losing leads (and where they’re going)

On average, roughly 20% of CRM leads (or one in five shoppers) end up purchasing elsewhere. (4 min. read)

Car Dealership Guy

30 June 2026

Daily News

D&M Leasing sees 5% increase in business as leasing market contracts

Nation’s largest consumer leasing company celebrates 50 years (4 min. read)

Richard Greene

30 June 2026

Daily News

Used-car prices jump more than $1,300 in first six months of 2026

CARFAX notes hybrids, EVs lead price spike (2 min. read)

Richard Greene

30 June 2026

Daily News

Toyota sales fall again as Iran conflict and regional demand challenges weigh

Sales in the U.S., Toyota's largest market, slipped 0.6% year over year but remained relatively stable at 238,800 vehicles. (3 min. read)

Marcus Amick

30 June 2026

Insights & Trends

Car Dealership Guy founder Yossi J. Levi launches CDG Ventures, opens platform to dealers and accredited investors

The platform allows accredited investors to receive invitations to opportunities sourced through Yossi J. Levi's broader network across automotive, technology, and commerce. (3 min. read)

29 June 2026

Daily News

Andre Willis acquires first franchised dealership

CDG News alert (2 min. read)

Julie Walker

29 June 2026