Tag: automotive news
General Motors cancels EV-only strategy, will make hybrids for U.S. market
General Motors is joining other automakers in prioritizing hybrid production as the car industry looks to balance stringent emissions requirements with slower-than-expected electric vehicle...
New NADA chair details association’s agenda for 2024
Gary Chilchrist, incoming chairman of the National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) and president of Gilchrist Chevrolet Buick GMC, shared details of the organization's agenda...
Dealer Forward: Creating a seamless digital retailing experience at your dealership
Digital retailing has become an embedded aspect of the car buying process, making a positive impact on 90% of dealerships, according to a recent...
Toyota defends best-seller title as safety controversies mount
Toyota defended its title as the world's best-selling automaker in 2023 for the fourth year in a row but remains on the defensive after...
House Republicans call for investigation into Ford, China partnerships
Two House Republicans holding chair positions on two key committees are calling on the federal government to investigate alleged ties between automaker Ford and...
Rethinking artificial intelligence for the retail automotive industry — Devin Daly...
Artificial intelligence (AI) presents exciting opportunities for growth and improved efficiency, especially in the retail automotive sector, where the ability to rapidly process data...
New car sales projected to rise in January despite seasonal slowdown
This month's new car sales are set to rise from last January but decline from December, according to a preliminary forecast from Cox Automotive.
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Toyota chairman Akio Toyoda predicts maximum EV share of 30%
Toyota chairman and former company CEO Akio Toyoda expects the electric vehicle segment to reach a maximum market share of just 30%, regardless of...
How technology is refining the used vehicle appraisal process
The used vehicle landscape has undergone extreme fluctuations over the last few years, making it difficult for both dealers and customers to navigate the...
Why data is key to digital marketing efficiency — Mike Wethington...
Digital marketing strategies have become a crucial component of running a successful dealership, often meaning the difference between success and failure in today's technologically...