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Industryby Hannah MitchellAugust 19, 2026

China as Pacesetter

Automotive leaders huddled on where North America stands in the global picture and how it can strengthen its position against the Asian juggernaut’s surging industry.

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Industryby Lauren LawrenceAugust 19, 2026

Find Efficiency in Fixed Ops

A new report shows how service departments can maximize their profitability through efficiency, productivity and the right tools in technicians' hands.

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Showroomby Hannah MitchellAugust 17, 2026

Used Lots Getting the Business

Many consumers are seeking out the units to save money, and the demand – higher in July than normal – is keeping supply limited and prices up.

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Industryby Lauren LawrenceAugust 17, 2026

Closing the Seat Gap

Mass-market brand vehicle seats are outpacing luxury versions when it comes to customer satisfaction, according JD Power research.

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Awardsby StaffAugust 13, 2026

Reynolds Honors Innovators at Annual Event

The retail summit showcased the company's AI roadmap, connected technology, and dealership best practices while celebrating Automotive Amplifiers Contest winners.

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Auto Financeby Hannah MitchellAugust 12, 2026

July Was Hot for Auto Borrowers

Credit proved readily available for many, but most loans left buyers in negative territory, Cox Automotive said.

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Auto Financeby Lauren LawrenceAugust 12, 2026

Dealer Lender Preferences Revealed

When lenders provide consistent, fast service, their overall satisfaction scores with dealers greatly improve, according to JD Power research.

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AwardsAugust 11, 2026

Winners of 2026 Dealers’ Choice Awards Announced

Now in its 22nd year, the DCAs were designed to recognize the best vendors, suppliers, and finance partners in the industry, by asking dealership personnel to complete a 27-category online survey.

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Industryby Hannah MitchellAugust 10, 2026

Auto Industry Execs Talk Trade, Tariffs

Participants in a U.S.-Canada discussion tallied the costs and compiled a list of remedies, including preservation of the North American trade agreement that the U.S. recently declined to renew.

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Auto Financeby Lauren LawrenceAugust 10, 2026

Auto Refi Savings Surge

Consumers with 84-month auto loan terms who refinanced saved the most on monthly payments, according to a new report by auto refinancing provider Caribou.

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