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This article offers valuable­ insights and strategic approaches to help de­alerships navigate the use­d EV market successfully.

How to successfully navigate the used EV market

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The automotive­ industry is undergoing a notable shift towards ele­ctric vehicles (EVs), driven by the­ growing environmental awarene­ss among consumers and advancements in EV...
General Motors has postponed production of two new electric pickups to 2025 but denies the decision is related to the UAW strike.

General Motors delays electric pickups, postpones Investor Day

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General Motors has postponed production of its Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra electric pickups until 2025, one year later than originally expected. The delay will...
AutoNation dropped its bid to acquire the U.K.-based Pendragon, shortly after Lithia Motors' decision to raise its original offer.

AutoNation exits bidding war for UK’s Pendragon

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AutoNation on Tuesday rescinded its offer to purchase U.K.-based automotive retailer Pendragon, roughly three weeks after joining a bidding war composed of America's largest...
Gerrick Wilkins joins Inside Automotive to discuss his run for office and the importance of electing business owners to Congress.

Giving business owners a voice: why this M&A advisor is running...

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As business owners, dealers have the ability to make an immense impact on their communities through their professional connections, wealth, and large customer base....
Car buyers enjoyed a more affordable new vehicle market in September in spite of rising interest rates and economic headwinds.

Affordable car prices, wage growth negate rate hikes in September

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Car buyers enjoyed a more affordable new vehicle market in September in spite of rising interest rates and economic headwinds. According to Cox Automotive's monthly...
An automotive lobby group has submitted a new challenge to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's new fuel-efficiency proposal.

Auto lobby group warns fuel-efficiency standards would raise car prices

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The Alliance for Automotive Innovation, a lobby group representing major U.S. automakers, including the Detroit-Three, has submitted a new challenge to the National Highway...
John McElroy joins Inside Automotive to share his perspective on the United Auto Workers strike and its impacts on the car industry.

Has the United Auto Workers strike gone too far? — John...

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The historical United Auto Workers strike continues to expand as more manufacturing employees are called on to join the picket line. With no sign...
The world of fixed ops is changing rapidly. If you don’t pay attention to the latest trends, you could find yourself lagging behind.

5 trends impacting your fixed ops profits and how to address...

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Since the dawn of the car business, dealerships have been focused primarily on selling cars. Fixed ops has often been an afterthought. Ironically, fixed...
Ford and Stellantis laid off additional workers at facilities in several states as the United Auto Workers strike enters its fifth week.

Stellantis, Ford lay off 1,250 employees after United Auto Workers update

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Stellantis and Ford launched a new wave of layoffs at facilities in Indiana, Ohio, Illinois and Michigan as the United Auto Workers union enters...
Gabrielle Abinion was this year's recipient of the Ally Sees Her award from Ally Financial after becoming a dealer general manager at age 25.

Filipina dealership GM receives award from Ally Financial, NAMAD

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Ally Financial and the National Association of Minority Automobile Dealers (NAMAD) have recognized Filipina dealership general manager Gabrielle Abinion for her inspirational leadership and...