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Kia prices EV3 below $30K as brand targets first-time EV buyers

Aug 12, 2026

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Kia prices EV3 below $30K as brand targets first-time EV buyers

The $29,890 MSRP excludes the $1,495 destination charge. (2 min. read)

Marcus Amick
Marcus Amick

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Dealers overlook profitable used inventory sitting in their own customer databases

Aug 12, 2026

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Dealers overlook profitable used inventory sitting in their own customer databases

Trade Agent AI found that 65.4% of a store's past customers have positive equity in their current vehicle. (3 min. read)

Marcus Amick
Marcus Amick

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U.S. auto loan originations hit record $211B as consumers remain resilient

Aug 12, 2026

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U.S. auto loan originations hit record $211B as consumers remain resilient

Quarterly auto borrowing previously reached around $200 billion during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2021 amid a surge in vehicle purchases. (2 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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Cox study finds 63% of car shoppers plan to use AI, but dealers are falling behind

Aug 11, 2026

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Cox study finds 63% of car shoppers plan to use AI, but dealers are falling behind

Only 29% of dealers have started adapting to AI-powered search (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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Chrysler reinvents Pacifica with custom concepts as younger buyers flock to minivans

Aug 10, 2026

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Chrysler reinvents Pacifica with custom concepts as younger buyers flock to minivans

The two custom minivans were revealed at Dodge's Roadkill Nights event this past weekend in Michigan. (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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GM, Ford, Stellantis navigate billions in tariff costs as Q2 results diverge

Aug 10, 2026

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GM, Ford, Stellantis navigate billions in tariff costs as Q2 results diverge

General Motors, Ford, and Stellantis provided some of the clearest snapshots of their second-quarter financial performance and tariff exposure. (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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Volkswagen eyes full-size SUVs, pickup truck in major U.S. turnaround push

Aug 9, 2026

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Volkswagen eyes full-size SUVs, pickup truck in major U.S. turnaround push

VW's first pickup truck is expected to hit the market before the end of the decade and be built in the U.S., according to a source. (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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Ford plans four-door Mustang as sedan demand shows signs of revival

Aug 7, 2026

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Ford plans four-door Mustang as sedan demand shows signs of revival

This thumbnail includes a rendered image of how the four-door model might look, but is not associated with an official Ford reveal. (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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China’s largest auto exporter targets U.S. expansion despite growing industry resistance

Aug 7, 2026

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China’s largest auto exporter targets U.S. expansion despite growing industry resistance

Chery CEO Zhang Guibing said the company is exploring various options to navigate U.S. laws. (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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Subaru joins push into direct auto financing with new captive finance strategy

Aug 6, 2026

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Subaru joins push into direct auto financing with new captive finance strategy

Customers with existing Subaru loans and leases will not be affected by the transition. (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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Lucid pushes back lower-priced EVs, prioritizing profitability and product readiness

Aug 5, 2026

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Lucid pushes back lower-priced EVs, prioritizing profitability and product readiness

The move is expected to save Lucid $1.4 billion in cash in 2026, primarily through production and inventory reductions. (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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High vehicle prices fuel surge in cargo theft as criminals turn to digital tactics

Aug 5, 2026

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High vehicle prices fuel surge in cargo theft as criminals turn to digital tactics

The median value of vehicles stolen in transit is about $80,000. (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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Mercedes CEO says automakers went 'too far' with touchscreens

Aug 5, 2026

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Mercedes CEO says automakers went 'too far' with touchscreens

Mercedes now plans to bring back more physical controls. (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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Stellantis recalls 1.5M Ram 1500s as Mercedes-Benz, Ford launch other safety campaigns

Aug 3, 2026

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Stellantis recalls 1.5M Ram 1500s as Mercedes-Benz, Ford launch other safety campaigns

The size of the Ram recall could drive a significant increase in service traffic. (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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GM appears to reconsider Apple CarPlay, Android Auto phaseout

Aug 3, 2026

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GM appears to reconsider Apple CarPlay, Android Auto phaseout

Automaker may reverse course as buyer preferences prevail. (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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Dealership phone connections improve, but millions of high-intent calls still go uncaptured

Aug 3, 2026

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Dealership phone connections improve, but millions of high-intent calls still go uncaptured

Sales calls grew from 23% to 26% of inbound call volume during the six-month period. (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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Rivian revenue jumps 27% as R2 production ramp fuels growth strategy

Aug 3, 2026

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Rivian revenue jumps 27% as R2 production ramp fuels growth strategy

I believe R2 will be a game changer for our customers and a driver of Rivian’s long-term growth and profitability,” said RJ Scaringe, Rivian Founder and CEO. (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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Only two vehicles ace car seat test as family vehicle market grows

Jul 31, 2026

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Only two vehicles ace car seat test as family vehicle market grows

Mercedes-Benz, VW models top the report. (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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BMW reviews 'untouchable' operations as profit slumps

Jul 31, 2026

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BMW reviews 'untouchable' operations as profit slumps

BMW attributed the earnings decline to a sharp drop in China sales and weaker consumer confidence tied to the conflict in the Middle East. (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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Most dealers don't know their customer connectivity rate, industry veteran says

Jul 29, 2026

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Most dealers don't know their customer connectivity rate, industry veteran says

"If we have a good response time but a poor response to the response, I see that as being one of the absolute killers." (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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BMW slashes thousands of jobs to boost profitability against industry headwinds

Jul 29, 2026

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BMW slashes thousands of jobs to boost profitability against industry headwinds

The cuts will affect the company's administration and development divisions. (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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Stellantis sells Free2move car-sharing business

Jul 29, 2026

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Stellantis sells Free2move car-sharing business

The move is part of a turnaround strategy aimed at sharpening its core vehicle business. (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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Mercedes-Benz profit rises on cost cuts despite China slump and lower sales outlook

Jul 29, 2026

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Mercedes-Benz profit rises on cost cuts despite China slump and lower sales outlook

The carmaker is leaning on cost discipline, new models to navigate the headwinds. (3 min. read)

Marcus Amick
Marcus Amick

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New-vehicle satisfaction rises for third straight year, narrowing luxury advantage

Jul 28, 2026

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New-vehicle satisfaction rises for third straight year, narrowing luxury advantage

Rising owner satisfaction highlights that consumers increasingly value comfort, usability, and thoughtful design alongside quality. (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

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Porsche to cut 9K jobs as sales slump and EV challenges persist

Jul 28, 2026

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Porsche to cut 9K jobs as sales slump and EV challenges persist

Porsche management and labor representatives agreed Monday to eliminate 5,000 additional jobs through natural attrition and voluntary programs. (3 min. read)

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