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Used-car retailer Shift Technologies announces plan to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy following multiple years of losses.

Shift Technologies stops used-car sales, announces bankruptcy plan

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Online used-car dealer Shift Technologies is closing operations and filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, according to a company press release. Founded in 2014, California-based Shift...
Aaron Baldwin joins Driving Solutions to discuss the crucial role technology will play in driving new car sales throughout the fourth quarter.

Make Q4 count: how dealers are using tech to boost new...

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As the automotive industry enters the fourth quarter, dealers are forming new strategies to navigate the ever-evolving landscapes of new car sales, particularly in...
General Motors has agreed to include EV battery manufacturing in its latest contract offer to the United Auto Workers union.

United Auto Workers scores “transformative win” at GM, delays further strikes

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United Auto Workers president Shawn Fain took to social media on Friday afternoon to announce major updates in the union's negotiations with Detroit-Three automakers. Similar...
Edmunds affordability Cox Automotive reports that new car supply rose to a two-year high by the start of October, despite the ongoing United Auto Workers strike.

New car supply holds steady at Detroit-Three, despite UAW strike

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New car supply improved in September, defying concerns that the ongoing United Auto Workers strike would constrain inventory before the fourth quarter. According to Cox...
I’m Steve Greenfield from Automotive Ventures, and I’m glad that you could join us.It’s been a tough quarter for many of the legacy automakers. highways emissions

Exploring the Future of Mobility: A first look into Steve Greenfield’s...

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Welcome to another edition of The Future of Automotive, with Steve Greenfield, Founder and CEO of Automotive Ventures, where I put recent automotive and...
Talks between Detroit-Three automakers and the United Auto Workers union have accelerated since the launch of additional strikes last week.

United Auto Workers talks accelerate, GM prepares for prolonged fight

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Talks between Detroit-Three automakers and the United Auto Workers union have accelerated since last week, according to sources familiar with the matter. Reuters on Thursday...
Edmunds reports that new and used car payments reached new heights over the third quarter as the industry braces for more shortages.

New and used car payments break more records in Q3

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Car payments for new and used vehicles rose to all-time highs over the third quarter, according to automotive data firm Edmunds. The economic impact of...
Marco Schnabl joins Inside Automotive to discuss the importance of a well-trained dealership team and the need for quality education programs.

Setting your dealership team up for long-term success — Marco Schnabl...

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A well-trained and educated dealership team is key to long-term success in the car business. Unfortunately, not only do such teams require immense effort...
David O'Brien joins Driving Solutions to discuss the role effective automotive retailing education plays in improving the customer experience.

Improving car buyer journeys with automotive retailing training — David O’Brien...

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Automotive retailing has changed significantly over the last few years, making it vital to keep every department informed and prepared. But, with a constantly...
Ford included additional pay increases and concessions in its latest contract proposal to the striking United Auto Workers union.

Ford submits 7th United Auto Workers contract, raises employee pay

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The United Auto Workers union received a new contract proposal from Ford on Tuesday, containing a larger wage hike than the automaker's previous submission. Employee...