Vinart Dealerships Sells Body Shop

Also forms ongoing services agreement with VIVE Collision.

Toyota Reports 5% April Sales Increase

Uptick driven by demand for hybrids and gasoline-powered cars.

BMW Model With Eye-Activation Launched

German carmaker says innovation is an industry first.

Lawsuit Alleges Deceptive Practices at Group's Stores

Two former employees allege supervisors at three Illinois stores encouraged deceitful practices involving auto lenders.

Ford, Tesla Announce Charging Agreement

Ford’s models can use Tesla’s Superchargers starting next year, then 2025 models will sport Tesla’s standard connector.

Hybrids Preferred By EV Shoppers

Q1 results virtually unchanged. Toyota dominates top 10 list.

New-Vehicle Sales Set to Soar in May

Robust demand and increased vehicle availability drive significant growth.  

Dealers Have Spent Over $5B on EV Infrastructure

NADA says estimate doesn’t include service equipment, power company costs.

Ford Changes Its Mind About AM

CEO posts that it will be in all 2024 models due to its role in emergency broadcasts.

Black Book: Weekly Market Update

Ten of the 13 truck segments reported decreases last week.

CNA National Launches EV-Specific Service Contract

In-depth research culminates in release of new product.

Cross-Border EV Charging Network Announced

U.S.-Canada corridor would span about 900 miles between Michigan and Quebec.

Used-Vehicle Retention Index Reverses Trend

In April As Unusual Spring Market Ends

Powersports Market Heads Into Warm Season

Typical price increases may not happen this year, Black Book says.

Consumers Say Vehicle Purchases Easier in April

CDK Global’s monthly purchase scorecard highlights buying trends in light of rising interest rates, inflation.

Leasing Circumvents Tax Credit Limits

Law treats leased vehicles as commercial, giving consumers an end around.

NHTSA Urges Recall of 67 Million Air Bag Inflators

The affected air bags are utilized by a dozen car manufacturers, including General Motors Co., Stellantis NV, Volkswagen AG, and Hyundai Motor Co.

Ford, GM to Boost Incentives

Both automakers are discussing potential incentives and the distinction between wholesale and retail.

Testing Shows Inadequate Back-Seat Protection

Updated IIHS crash test gives none of five models good rating.

Most-Durable Models Ranked

ISeeCars 10th annual list has big truck, Toyota showings.

Toyota Has Strong Quarter

Supply costs cramp its annual profit, though it forecasts year of growth.

Auto Credit Harder to Get

April access tightened across all channels.

EV Sales Surged in Past Two Years

Consumer demand also ballooned in period of dealership infrastructure investment in transition.

GM Picks Up Ex-Apple Exec

Abbott will lead its new software division for vehicle and enterprise tech.

Loan Fraud and Defaults Top Lenders’ Concerns

Point Predictive fraud survey finds auto lenders fear worsening economic conditions will fuel a surge in fraudulent practices.

Galpin Motors Patriarch Passes

Elder Boeckmann built L.A.-based dealer group into one of country’s biggest.

No-Drive Warning Issued for Some Older BMWs

German brand escalates earlier recalls due to increasing injury, death risk.

Light-Vehicle Sales Start Year Strong

Q1 numbers up over last year, aided by increased production.

Wholesale Prices Fall in April

Continue eight-month downward trend off pandemic highs.

What’s Old is New Again?

In this video, Trent White with the Automotive Training Academy by Assurant discusses the shift back to your old, pre-pandemic process to help drive sales.

Dealers' Choice Awards Spotlight: CNA National

Tune in for an interview with CNA National's Vice President of Sales Administration, Diana Grimes; and Joe Ward, Western Division Vice President of Sales.

Widewail Adds ChatGPT/AI to Dealer Review Solutions

Provides business insights and cost savings in review response.

Tesla Waves Keep Crashing

EV market leader's price swings still rippling across the industry.

GM Invests in New EVs and ICE Parts Distribution

Investments in replacement parts distribution centers follow double-digit increases in aftermarket parts sales.

Work Truck Solutions Expands Supply Chain Support

Innovative, cutting-edge software suite provides efficiencies to upfitter/accessory manufacturers and distributors.