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Industry•by Hannah Mitchell•October 28, 2026

Mainstay Georgia Auto Group Sells

Acquisition by Group 1 extends its presence in the U.S. luxury retail market with the addition of the 10-store stable.

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Industry•by Lauren Lawrence•October 28, 2026

New Auto Group Enters the Market

The Iowa transaction involved a Chevrolet GMC Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram rooftop.

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Showroom•by Hannah Mitchell•October 26, 2026

October Auto Sales Fall With the Leaves

A forecast anticipates retail deliveries are down this month as consumers continue to face cost challenges, though more are tapping long loans in order to buy.

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Digital•by Lauren Lawrence•October 26, 2026

Data Drives Success

Dealerships that make decisions based on data rather than gut instinct or experience have a leg up on their competitors, according to a recent survey.

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Showroom•by Lauren Lawrence•October 21, 2026

California Sees Quarterly Gains

California’s new-vehicle market saw a boost in hybrids in the third quarter and its first overall quarterly market gain of the year.

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Industry•by Lauren Lawrence•October 19, 2026

Connection Drives Consideration

Convenience and safety are top priorities for American drivers when it comes to connected vehicles and the services they expect with their next car.

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Auto Finance•by Hannah Mitchell•October 14, 2026

Interest Rates Further Squeeze Auto Consumers

Last month’s hike and a potential second increase this month add to a growing list of inflation woes that could continue to dent overall car sales.

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Showroom•by Lauren Lawrence•October 14, 2026

New-Vehicle Prices Stay Put

Affordability pressures and model availability shaped new-vehicle sales in September, according to an analysis by Kelley Blue Book.

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Showroom•by Lauren Lawrence•October 12, 2026

EV Buyer Consideration Shifts

What drives American consumers to purchase an electric vehicle is shifting as the question moves away from Should I?' to 'Which features and experience do I want to have?'

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Industry•by Hannah Mitchell•October 7, 2026

Auto Nameplate Loyalty Holds in Tough Times

Consumers have been faithful to brands despite financial pressures, and JD Power says that’s because automakers have made some wise moves.

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