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Jun 16, 2026

Toyota dealer logs three record months tied to use of MPI videos

Daily News

Jun 16, 2026

Trade-in retention rates hit 87% in vAuto data

Daily News

Jun 15, 2026

UAW President Shawn Fain seeks second term as union prepares for next round of auto labor battles

Car-Mart receives second extension through June 19 to avoid default

Daily News

Jun 15, 2026

Car-Mart receives second extension through June 19 to avoid default

Ed Morse Automotive Group signs agreement to buy first Mercedes-Benz dealership

Daily News

Jun 15, 2026

Ed Morse Automotive Group signs agreement to buy first Mercedes-Benz dealership

Mohawk Chevrolet on social media, leading by example, sticking with training

Daily News

Jun 14, 2026

Mohawk Chevrolet on social media, leading by example, sticking with training

Dana, Eaton Mobility merge in $10 billion deal as supplier consolidation accelerates

Daily News

Jun 14, 2026

Dana, Eaton Mobility merge in $10 billion deal as supplier consolidation accelerates

UAW, Dauch reach tentative deal, ending strike at key GM truck supplier

Daily News

Jun 14, 2026

UAW, Dauch reach tentative deal, ending strike at key GM truck supplier

Mexico auto production holds steady as exports rise despite trade uncertainty

Daily News

Jun 14, 2026

Mexico auto production holds steady as exports rise despite trade uncertainty

Hybrid shortages, slow-turn brands, shrinking used pipelines: How dealers are attacking the inventory rollercoaster

The Breakdown

Jun 14, 2026

Hybrid shortages, slow-turn brands, shrinking used pipelines: How dealers are attacking the inventory rollercoaster

NY dealership files $15M lawsuit against GM + Auto Gallery acquires first Michigan dealership

The Weekly

Jun 13, 2026

NY dealership files $15M lawsuit against GM + Auto Gallery acquires first Michigan dealership

Honda recalls more than 800K vehicles over rear suspension corrosion risk

Daily News

Jun 12, 2026

Honda recalls more than 800K vehicles over rear suspension corrosion risk

AutoNation acquires premium Toyota dealership from Tameron Automotive Group

Daily News

Jun 12, 2026

AutoNation acquires premium Toyota dealership from Tameron Automotive Group

"Copy the best!" Rick Hendrick's #1 business decision in 50 years (and why Zeigler just copied it)

Podcast Recaps

Jun 12, 2026

"Copy the best!" Rick Hendrick's #1 business decision in 50 years (and why Zeigler just copied it)

Toyota nears 20% of market demand as new, used buying picks up in May

Daily News

Jun 12, 2026

Toyota nears 20% of market demand as new, used buying picks up in May

EVs cost 42% more to insure than gas vehicles, Insurify finds

Daily News

Jun 12, 2026

EVs cost 42% more to insure than gas vehicles, Insurify finds

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Dealer Strategies

Toyota dealer logs three record months tied to use of MPI videos

“That’s what I’ve instilled into my technicians. ‘Hey, you’re the doctor. They want to hear from you.’" shared Service Director Joel Love.

Richard Greene

16 June 2026

Daily News

Trade-in retention rates hit 87% in vAuto data

Glenn CDJR is retaining more than 90% of its trade-ins. (4 min.read)

Richard Greene

16 June 2026

Daily News

UAW President Shawn Fain seeks second term as union prepares for next round of auto labor battles

Delegates will nominate candidates challenging Fain for a second term at this week's UAW convention. (3 min. read)

Marcus Amick

15 June 2026

Daily News

Car-Mart receives second extension through June 19 to avoid default

BHPH dealer notes progress on talks (2 min. read)

Richard Greene

15 June 2026

Daily News

Ed Morse Automotive Group signs agreement to buy first Mercedes-Benz dealership

CDG News alert (1 min. read)

Julie Walker

15 June 2026

Daily News

Mohawk Chevrolet on social media, leading by example, sticking with training

“A well-trained staff results in high reviews and high survey scores," said Katie Gattuso Duncan, GM of Mohawk Chevrolet.

Richard Greene

14 June 2026

Daily News

Dana, Eaton Mobility merge in $10 billion deal as supplier consolidation accelerates

The merger brings together two major competitors. (3 min. read)

Marcus Amick

14 June 2026

Daily News

UAW, Dauch reach tentative deal, ending strike at key GM truck supplier

The agreement at the Michigan facility meets the UAW's wage demands for nearly 1,000 workers. (3 min.read)

Marcus Amick

14 June 2026

Daily News

Mexico auto production holds steady as exports rise despite trade uncertainty

Mexican manufacturers exported 306,288 vehicles in May, up 1.7% year over year. (3 min. read)

Marcus Amick

14 June 2026

The Breakdown

Hybrid shortages, slow-turn brands, shrinking used pipelines: How dealers are attacking the inventory rollercoaster

Go deeper: 5 min. read

Julie Walker, +1

14 June 2026

The Weekly

NY dealership files $15M lawsuit against GM + Auto Gallery acquires first Michigan dealership

A look at this week's top stories.

13 June 2026

Daily News

Honda recalls more than 800K vehicles over rear suspension corrosion risk

The recall covers certain 2016-2022 Honda Pilot, 2017-2023 Ridgeline, 2019-2023 Passport, and 2014-2020 Acura MDX models. (3 min. read)

Marcus Amick

12 June 2026

Daily News

AutoNation acquires premium Toyota dealership from Tameron Automotive Group

CDG News alert (2 min. read)

Julie Walker

12 June 2026

Podcast Recaps

"Copy the best!" Rick Hendrick's #1 business decision in 50 years (and why Zeigler just copied it)

Featuring Aaron Zeigler, President of Zeigler Auto Group, Johnny McKellar, who leads NationsGuard for Hendrick Automotive Group, and CEO Rick Hendrick

12 June 2026

Daily News

Toyota nears 20% of market demand as new, used buying picks up in May

Overall, new-vehicle demand rose 6.2% from April and 5.7% vs 2025. (3 min. read)

Richard Greene

12 June 2026

Daily News

EVs cost 42% more to insure than gas vehicles, Insurify finds

Higher costs, repairs contribute to more expensive premium. (3 min. read)

Richard Greene

12 June 2026