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Inspect what you expect: Inside one Chevy GM's daily accountability notebook

Dealer Strategies

Jul 18, 2026

Inspect what you expect: Inside one Chevy GM's daily accountability notebook

13 OEMs agree to provide matching funds for California’s $135M EV program

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Jul 18, 2026

13 OEMs agree to provide matching funds for California’s $135M EV program

Loan approvals rise to 73%, while negative equity on trade-ins hits $6,884

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Jul 18, 2026

Loan approvals rise to 73%, while negative equity on trade-ins hits $6,884

Volvo eyes second-half recovery despite China slowdown and Iran-related headwinds

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Jul 18, 2026

Volvo eyes second-half recovery despite China slowdown and Iran-related headwinds

Toyota, Nissan push for parts standardization to cut costs and speed innovation

Daily News

Jul 18, 2026

Toyota, Nissan push for parts standardization to cut costs and speed innovation

More than 90% of CarGurus listings now include disclosed fees

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Jul 16, 2026

More than 90% of CarGurus listings now include disclosed fees

Dealership communication issues mentioned in 42% of negative Google reviews

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Jul 16, 2026

Dealership communication issues mentioned in 42% of negative Google reviews

AI execution gap emerges as new competitive battleground for U.S. dealers

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Jul 16, 2026

AI execution gap emerges as new competitive battleground for U.S. dealers

South Korea auto exports hit record June as EV and hybrid demand surges

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Jul 16, 2026

South Korea auto exports hit record June as EV and hybrid demand surges

Stellantis sends infraction letters to some dealers, lists timeline to get websites in compliance

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Jul 16, 2026

Stellantis sends infraction letters to some dealers, lists timeline to get websites in compliance

3-year-old Rogues lead vehicle sales through Manheim lanes in June

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Jul 15, 2026

3-year-old Rogues lead vehicle sales through Manheim lanes in June

Mitsubishi expands U.S. distribution network with new Texas port partnership

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Jul 15, 2026

Mitsubishi expands U.S. distribution network with new Texas port partnership

Hyundai strike highlights growing labor tensions over automation and job security

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Jul 15, 2026

Hyundai strike highlights growing labor tensions over automation and job security

Mexico reports progress on USMCA ahead of new round of talks

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Jul 15, 2026

Mexico reports progress on USMCA ahead of new round of talks

One in four dealers in study say fast funding remains critical to operations

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Jul 15, 2026

One in four dealers in study say fast funding remains critical to operations

Survey finds that OEM execs predict fewer dealers, steady buy-sells

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Jul 14, 2026

Survey finds that OEM execs predict fewer dealers, steady buy-sells

Brookville Auto Group acquires Chevy dealership in Brooklyn

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Jul 14, 2026

Brookville Auto Group acquires Chevy dealership in Brooklyn

BMW recalls 29,000 vehicles as NHTSA weighs probe into 800,000 Honda minivans

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Jul 14, 2026

BMW recalls 29,000 vehicles as NHTSA weighs probe into 800,000 Honda minivans

Alfa Romeo pushes back on exit rumors as questions over U.S. strategy persist

Daily News

Jul 14, 2026

Alfa Romeo pushes back on exit rumors as questions over U.S. strategy persist

Why dealers are drowning in traffic they can't convert (+ how to fix it)

Daily News

Jul 14, 2026

Why dealers are drowning in traffic they can't convert (+ how to fix it)

Downing Auto Group on logging the top stores for their brands in Louisiana

Dealer Strategies

Jul 13, 2026

Downing Auto Group on logging the top stores for their brands in Louisiana

Consistency leads MileOne to top of service scheduling effectiveness study

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Jul 13, 2026

Consistency leads MileOne to top of service scheduling effectiveness study

Audi simplifies 2027 lineup with new trim strategy to streamline vehicle ordering

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Jul 13, 2026

Audi simplifies 2027 lineup with new trim strategy to streamline vehicle ordering

Dodge brings back ‘power dollars’ as gas-powered Charger sales surge

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Jul 13, 2026

Dodge brings back ‘power dollars’ as gas-powered Charger sales surge

Successful dealer-athlete partnerships require strategy, not star power, experts say

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Jul 13, 2026

Successful dealer-athlete partnerships require strategy, not star power, experts say

Dealer Strategies

Jul 18, 2026

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Inspect what you expect: Inside one Chevy GM's daily accountability notebook

“I do keep a pad, a notepad with me wherever I go,” GM Pat Malloy said. (3 min. read)

Julie Walker

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Jul 18, 2026

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2 min read

13 OEMs agree to provide matching funds for California’s $135M EV program

First-time EV buyers could qualify for a $3,500 rebate. (3 min. read)

Richard Greene

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Jul 18, 2026

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Loan approvals rise to 73%, while negative equity on trade-ins hits $6,884

The underwater amount pushes payments to $944. (3 min. read)

Richard Greene

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Jul 18, 2026

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Volvo eyes second-half recovery despite China slowdown and Iran-related headwinds

The automaker issued the outlook Friday. (3 min. read)

Marcus Amick

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Jul 18, 2026

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Toyota, Nissan push for parts standardization to cut costs and speed innovation

“We have a strong sense of crisis that the Japanese auto industry is in a massive period of transition,” said Toyota CEO Koji Sato.

Marcus Amick

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Jul 16, 2026

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More than 90% of CarGurus listings now include disclosed fees

Digital retailing site notes dealer response to mid-July deadline. (2 min. read)

Richard Greene

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Jul 16, 2026

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Dealership communication issues mentioned in 42% of negative Google reviews

The number of reviews for dealerships was down 15% YoY. (3 min. read)

Richard Greene

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Jul 16, 2026

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1 min read

AI execution gap emerges as new competitive battleground for U.S. dealers

Focus is shifting to integrated AI platforms that connect CRM, DMS, inventory, F&I, marketing, service scheduling, and follow-up workflows. (3 min. read)

Marcus Amick

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Jul 16, 2026

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South Korea auto exports hit record June as EV and hybrid demand surges

Exports to North America increased 12.3% and shipments to Latin America climbed 5.1%. (3 min. read)

Marcus Amick

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Jul 16, 2026

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1 min read

Stellantis sends infraction letters to some dealers, lists timeline to get websites in compliance

CDG News alert (2 min. read)

Julie Walker

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Jul 15, 2026

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1 min read

3-year-old Rogues lead vehicle sales through Manheim lanes in June

The SUV outpaces the Dodge Ram and Nissan Altima (2 min. read)

Richard Greene

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Jul 15, 2026

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1 min read

Mitsubishi expands U.S. distribution network with new Texas port partnership

The new Texas partnership is designed to improve efficiency and speed vehicle deliveries to dealer partners across the Gulf Coast and Midwest. (3 min. read)

Marcus Amick

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Jul 15, 2026

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2 min read

Hyundai strike highlights growing labor tensions over automation and job security

The union also wants Hyundai to raise the retirement age from 60 to 65. (3 min. read)

Marcus Amick

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Jul 15, 2026

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1 min read

Mexico reports progress on USMCA ahead of new round of talks

A third round of negotiations will take place on July 30 in Mexico (2 min. read).

Richard Greene

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Jul 15, 2026

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2 min read

One in four dealers in study say fast funding remains critical to operations

Financing decisions impact sales, inventory and referrals

Richard Greene

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Jul 14, 2026

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3 min read

Survey finds that OEM execs predict fewer dealers, steady buy-sells

Those surveyed also predict that AI will positively affect profits. (4 min. read)

Julie Walker

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Jul 14, 2026

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1 min read

Brookville Auto Group acquires Chevy dealership in Brooklyn

CDG News alert (1 min. read)

Julie Walker

Daily News

Jul 14, 2026

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1 min read

BMW recalls 29,000 vehicles as NHTSA weighs probe into 800,000 Honda minivans

The unrelated safety issues were among Tuesday's biggest automotive recall and potential recall headlines. (3 min. read)

Marcus Amick

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Jul 14, 2026

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Alfa Romeo pushes back on exit rumors as questions over U.S. strategy persist

A report this week cited an internal company presentation in which replacements for the Stelvio and Giulia were notably absent. (3 min. read)

Marcus Amick

Daily News

Jul 14, 2026

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4 min read

Why dealers are drowning in traffic they can't convert (+ how to fix it)

Featuring Scott Traylor, Vice President at Mia Labs

Dealer Strategies

Jul 13, 2026

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2 min read

Downing Auto Group on logging the top stores for their brands in Louisiana

“Whether that’s a sales process, service drive process, or reporting, we look to have those core processes aligned regardless of manufacturer or location.” (3 min. read)

Richard Greene

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Jul 13, 2026

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Consistency leads MileOne to top of service scheduling effectiveness study

“When we’re inventing this kind of measurement, we do it through the eyes of a consumer,” said Fran O’ Hagan, CEO of Pied Piper.

Richard Greene

Daily News

Jul 13, 2026

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2 min read

Audi simplifies 2027 lineup with new trim strategy to streamline vehicle ordering

The move will change how dealership sales teams need to present vehicles to customers. (3 min. read)

Marcus Amick

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Jul 13, 2026

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1 min read

Dodge brings back ‘power dollars’ as gas-powered Charger sales surge

Buyers of the 420-horsepower Dodge Charger R/T and R/T Plus SIXPACK models are eligible for a $4,200 cash allowance. (3 min. read)

Marcus Amick

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Jul 13, 2026

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2 min read

Successful dealer-athlete partnerships require strategy, not star power, experts say

A strong partnership can strengthen manufacturer relationships, support efforts to secure new points and aid employee recruitment and retention. (3 min. read)

Marcus Amick