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Ford recalls 1.4M F-150s as service pressure builds for dealers

Apr 20, 2026

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Ford recalls 1.4M F-150s as service pressure builds for dealers

The F-150 recall is the latest in a string of major callbacks for Ford in 2026. (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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Tariff refund window opens, offering potential cost recovery opportunity

Apr 20, 2026

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Tariff refund window opens, offering potential cost recovery opportunity

Documentation is critical, as eligibility depends on accurate entry data, including importer-of-record information, tariff classifications, and payment records. (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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EU auto exports to U.S. slide as tariffs continue to bite

Apr 20, 2026

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EU auto exports to U.S. slide as tariffs continue to bite

EU auto exports, which saw tariffs rise from 15% to 25%, were down 22%. (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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JD Power warns of 'day of reckoning' as long-term auto loans, negative equity pile up

Apr 16, 2026

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JD Power warns of 'day of reckoning' as long-term auto loans, negative equity pile up

Seventy-two-month loans now dominate the market, making up more than 40% of financed vehicle purchases. (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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Stellantis shipments rise 12% as truck and SUV demand strengthens

Apr 16, 2026

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Stellantis shipments rise 12% as truck and SUV demand strengthens

Shipments in North America rose 17% in Q1, with about 54,000 more vehicles shipped during the quarter than in the same period a year ago. (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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Auto loan tax deduction sees low uptake despite dealer hopes

Apr 16, 2026

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Auto loan tax deduction sees low uptake despite dealer hopes

The weak early response suggests the deduction may not be the near-term sales tailwind some had hoped for. (2 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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Rising car payments drive surge in auto loan refinancing

Apr 16, 2026

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Rising car payments drive surge in auto loan refinancing

EV owners saved an average of $209 a month after refinancing in Q1, compared with $156 for gas-vehicle owners. (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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Rising fuel, repair costs push vehicle ownership to new peak

Apr 14, 2026

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Rising fuel, repair costs push vehicle ownership to new peak

The COCO Index rose 4.7% in March, 5.5% over the past year, and 47.6% since January 2020. (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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Nissan targets simpler lineup, smarter tech to drive U.S. growth

Apr 14, 2026

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Nissan targets simpler lineup, smarter tech to drive U.S. growth

A major part of the strategy is streamlining the lineup by cutting models from 56 to 45. (4 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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Dealers demand more practical AI as generic tools fall short

Apr 14, 2026

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Dealers demand more practical AI as generic tools fall short

84% of dealers surveyed said they “often” or “almost always” fail to get what they need from generic AI tools. (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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Rising fuel costs drive continued spike in EV searches across new and used markets

Apr 14, 2026

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Rising fuel costs drive continued spike in EV searches across new and used markets

Tesla dominates used EV searches on Cars.com, led by the Model 3, Model Y, Model S, and Model X, with used-EV searches rising 25.5%. (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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Used-car prices rise as demand stays strong, inventory tightens

Apr 13, 2026

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Used-car prices rise as demand stays strong, inventory tightens

Firmer wholesale pricing is another sign that used demand remains resilient, but it also means stores may face more pressure on acquisition costs. (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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Jeep revives Trailhawk as Stellantis doubles down on ICE strategy

Apr 13, 2026

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Jeep revives Trailhawk as Stellantis doubles down on ICE strategy

“Today, we are excited to confirm that the Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk is coming later this year,” the brand wrote in a statement. (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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Payment strategies emerge as critical battleground for dealer profitability

Apr 9, 2026

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Payment strategies emerge as critical battleground for dealer profitability

Credit card processing costs are now among dealers’ top 10 expenses, increasing pressure to manage cost-of-acceptance and improve cash flow. (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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Cox Auto: Fixed ops revenue is at a record, but easy money is still being left behind

Apr 9, 2026

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Cox Auto: Fixed ops revenue is at a record, but easy money is still being left behind

This shift was outlined in Cox’s 2026 Fixed Operations and Ownership Study. (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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Hyundai restarts Palisade sales after fixing safety recall issue

Apr 8, 2026

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Hyundai restarts Palisade sales after fixing safety recall issue

Dealers can resume sales of 2026 Palisade SUVs once they have completed the software update. (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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Stellantis teases Chrysler comeback plans ahead of investor day

Apr 8, 2026

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Stellantis teases Chrysler comeback plans ahead of investor day

The future of Chrysler has been in limbo, with many speculating that Stellantis could phase out the brand. (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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Affordability pressures push buyers to used cars as new inventory builds

Apr 7, 2026

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Affordability pressures push buyers to used cars as new inventory builds

Hybrids carry the tightest supply at 47 days, compared with 75 for gas vehicles, 85 for BEVs, and 98 for PHEVs. (4 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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Mexico auto exports to U.S. drop sharply as tariffs take hold

Apr 7, 2026

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Mexico auto exports to U.S. drop sharply as tariffs take hold

The value of Mexico’s auto-sector exports to the U.S. fell 13.4% year over year in the first two months of 2026, according to U.S. data. (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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Honda warns of China threat, moves to accelerate innovation and cut development time

Apr 6, 2026

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Honda warns of China threat, moves to accelerate innovation and cut development time

"We have no chance against this," Honda President Toshihiro Mibe said during his visit to the Shanghai factory.

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Marcus Amick

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Iran conflict could cut global auto sales by nearly 1 million units in 2026

Apr 6, 2026

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Iran conflict could cut global auto sales by nearly 1 million units in 2026

S&P Global’s April 2026 draft global light-vehicle sales forecast now calls for a reduction of 800,000 to 900,000 units in 2026. (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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F&I gains drive smoother car-buying experience in March, CDK says

Apr 6, 2026

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F&I gains drive smoother car-buying experience in March, CDK says

The Ease of Purchase score rose to 88% last month, up from 81% in February. (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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Stellantis launches nationwide dealer training tour to boost sales and service performance

Apr 6, 2026

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Stellantis launches nationwide dealer training tour to boost sales and service performance

The tour will visit 20 U.S. markets, beginning in Miami (April 8–9), reaching both East and West Coast regions, and wrapping in Chicago (June 22–25). (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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Ford sales slide as rivals gain ground in trucks, SUVs, and EVs

Apr 3, 2026

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Ford sales slide as rivals gain ground in trucks, SUVs, and EVs

The company’s overall sales fell to 457,315 vehicles for the quarter, down from 501,291 a year earlier. (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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Stellantis eyes Canadian production of Chinese EVs amid trade tensions

Apr 2, 2026

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Stellantis eyes Canadian production of Chinese EVs amid trade tensions

Under a potential agreement, Stellantis would build the EVs with its Chinese partner, Zhejiang Leapmotor Technology Co. (3 min. read)

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