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BMW sales rose marginally during the first quarter, lifted by strong electric vehicle demand despite a cooldown in pricing.

BMW sales rise in Q1 thanks to strong EV performance

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BMW sales rose slightly in the first quarter thanks to a surge in electric vehicle demand, fueling optimistic expectations for the remainder of the...
Leading up to the settlement, Tesla argued that the driver had been playing a game on his phone before the crash.

Tesla settles Autopilot lawsuit over 2018 crash that killed Apple engineer

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Tesla has settled a highly publicized lawsuit over the death of Apple engineer Walter Huang, who crashed his Model X while using Autopilot in...
Car buyers are returning to the new and used vehicle markets in hopes of finding bargain prices, even though affordability remains sparse.

Buyers flooding the market in hopes of improved affordability

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Buyers are returning to the new and used vehicle markets in hopes of finding a good deal, even as pre-pandemic levels of affordability remain...
Sheldon Sandler joins Driving Solutions to share his tips for navigating the complicated dealership M&A market's new landscape.

The dos and don’ts of dealership M&A, for sellers — Sheldon...

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The dealership M&A (mergers and acquisitions) sector has seen high levels of activity in recent years as the retail automotive industry has adjusted to...
Sean Gardner unpacks strategies for effectively bridging the gap and empowering customers to maximize their car-buying budgets.

How sales teams can outperform the competition and close more deals...

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Inventory management is no longer a major issue for many dealerships. Therefore, one key factor in achieving success today is the ability to outperform...
Tesla said it will unveil a robotaxi later this year, following a report claiming its affordable Model 2 project had been cancelled.

Tesla sets date for robotaxi debut following Model 2 cancellation claims

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Tesla is building a robotaxi, according to company CEO Elon Musk. The self-driving vehicle will apparently make its debut this August, according to a short...
Used vehicle values dropped in March compared to last year but remained mostly stable from February, despite an increase in sales.

Used vehicle prices dip again in March amidst sales surge

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Used vehicle prices at auction were stable month-over-month in March but declined sharply from last year, following months of normalizing inventory levels in both...
On April 8, the president of Daihatsu, Masahiro Inoue, announced that Toyota would supervise model certification at its subsidiary.

Toyota oversees Daihatsu model certification amid cheating scandal

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On April 8, the president of Daihatsu, Masahiro Inoue, announced that Toyota would supervise model certification at its subsidiary in an effort to regain...
Jonathan Dawson shares his insights into the core principles that help entrepreneurs drive business success in a challenging environment.

Simple strategies to lead your dealership employees through change

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Adapting to change is a considerable task, one that often leaves dealership leaders at a loss. However, by focusing on the right things, even...
Stellantis CEO wants electric vehicle batteries to lose half their weight, citing the environmental impacts of current-gen technology.

Stellantis CEO calls for lighter electric vehicles amidst hybrid surge

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Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares is calling for lighter electric vehicles as the industry grapples with massive materials costs in current-generation battery technology. Speaking at the...