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Marcus Amick
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Minivans are having a moment as buyers rethink the SUV tradeoff

Apr 27, 2026

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3 min read

Minivans are having a moment as buyers rethink the SUV tradeoff

While still a relatively small segment, minivans now hold a 2.4% market share, the highest level since 2019. (4 min. read)

Marcus Amick
Marcus Amick

Daily News

Ford CEO calls industry shift a ‘Come to Jesus’ moment, backs dealer model

Apr 27, 2026

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2 min read

Ford CEO calls industry shift a ‘Come to Jesus’ moment, backs dealer model

Farley said the traditional U.S. dealer network can play a critical role in addressing competitive urgency. (3 min. read)

Marcus Amick
Marcus Amick

Daily News

Used-car prices jump in April, pressuring affordability and inventory strategy

Apr 27, 2026

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2 min read

Used-car prices jump in April, pressuring affordability and inventory strategy

The month marked one of the largest monthly increases since Carfax launched its index in 2023. (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

Dealer Strategies

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Dealers should brace for pricing questions as IEEPA tariff refund process begins

Apr 27, 2026

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2 min read

Dealers should brace for pricing questions as IEEPA tariff refund process begins

The tariff refunds could create opportunities for dealers, but they also add another layer of complexity. (3 min. read)

Marcus Amick
Marcus Amick

Daily News

JLR recall puts focus on quality, service, customer retention

Apr 24, 2026

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1 min read

JLR recall puts focus on quality, service, customer retention

The recall stems from a faulty converter used in certain JLR mild-hybrid models. (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

Daily News

JD Power forecasts softer April sales, though demand remains resilient

Apr 23, 2026

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2 min read

JD Power forecasts softer April sales, though demand remains resilient

New-vehicle retail sales are projected at 1,129,100, down 7.3% from April 2025. (3 min. read)

Marcus Amick
Marcus Amick

Daily News

GM reportedly pauses next-gen electric truck program amid EV reset

Apr 22, 2026

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1 min read

GM reportedly pauses next-gen electric truck program amid EV reset

GM has neither confirmed nor denied reports of a delay. (3 min. read)

Marcus Amick
Marcus Amick

Daily News

California Q1 EV sales plunge after end of federal tax credit

Apr 22, 2026

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2 min read

California Q1 EV sales plunge after end of federal tax credit

BEV sales fell 40% year over year in California. (3 min. read)

Marcus Amick
Marcus Amick

Daily News

Vehicle complexity surges past 600k configurations, challenging dealer pricing and insurance costs

Apr 22, 2026

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2 min read

Vehicle complexity surges past 600k configurations, challenging dealer pricing and insurance costs

Differences in optional equipment and technology packages can create price gaps exceeding $10,000. (3 min. read)

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Marcus Amick

Daily News

Volkswagen to cut production capacity by 1 million vehicles amid cost push

Apr 21, 2026

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2 min read

Volkswagen to cut production capacity by 1 million vehicles amid cost push

That could impact availability, pricing dynamics, and how stores manage allocation and ordering strategies. (3 min. read)

Marcus Amick
Marcus Amick

Daily News

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

Apr 20, 2026

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2 min read

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

Daily News

Tariff refund window opens, offering potential cost recovery opportunity

Apr 20, 2026

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2 min read

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

Daily News

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

Apr 20, 2026

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2 min read

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)

Marcus Amick
Marcus Amick

Daily News

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

Apr 16, 2026

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2 min read

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)

Marcus Amick
Marcus Amick

Daily News

Stellantis shipments rise 12% as truck and SUV demand strengthens

Apr 16, 2026

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2 min read

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

Daily News

Auto loan tax deduction sees low uptake despite dealer hopes

Apr 16, 2026

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2 min read

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

Daily News

Rising car payments drive surge in auto loan refinancing

Apr 16, 2026

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2 min read

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

Daily News

Rising fuel, repair costs push vehicle ownership to new peak

Apr 14, 2026

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4 min read

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)

Marcus Amick
Marcus Amick

Daily News

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

Apr 14, 2026

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5 min read

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)

Marcus Amick
Marcus Amick

Daily News

Dealers demand more practical AI as generic tools fall short

Apr 14, 2026

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4 min read

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)

Marcus Amick
Marcus Amick

Daily News

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

Apr 14, 2026

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4 min read

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

Daily News

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

Apr 13, 2026

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5 min read

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

Daily News

Jeep revives Trailhawk as Stellantis doubles down on ICE strategy

Apr 13, 2026

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4 min read

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)

Marcus Amick
Marcus Amick

Daily News

Payment strategies emerge as critical battleground for dealer profitability

Apr 9, 2026

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4 min read

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)

Marcus Amick
Marcus Amick

Daily News

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

Apr 9, 2026

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5 min read

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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