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Lauren Lawrence

Associate Editor

Lauren Lawrence is the associate editor for Auto Dealer Today, F&I and Showroom, Agent Entrepreneur, and P&A Magazine. She has worked as a journalist and written for the automotive and healthcare industries. In her spare time, Lauren enjoys reading and writing fiction. Her first car was a purple Chevrolet Camaro named Prince. 

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Newsby Lauren LawrenceMay 13, 2026

Backup Cameras Causing Concern

Research has shown that the devices bring significant safety benefits, though many recalled U.S. units have yet to be repaired.

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groundbreaking ceremony for new Barrington Porsche dealership with Murgado Automotive Group and Joseph Nicholas Construction
Newsby Lauren LawrenceMay 11, 2026

Porsche Dealership Breaks Ground in Illinois

Barrington Porsche will be the new location for Murgado Automotive Group’s existing Porsche dealership currently in the Motor Werks of Barrington auto mall.

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aerial view of Fireside Honda in Ohio
Newsby Lauren LawrenceMay 6, 2026

Michigan Auto Group Acquires Ohio Rooftops

Feldman Automotive Group added two new brands, Honda and Toyota, to its portfolio with its latest acquisition of four Fireside dealerships in Ohio.

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BMW i Ventures Fund III $300 million
Newsby Lauren LawrenceMay 4, 2026

BMW Group Invests in AI

Its venture capital arm, BMW i Ventures’, third fund will focus on agentic and physical artificial intelligence, as well as sustainable industrial processes and materials.

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Jim Pernas and Todd Lawrence
Newsby Lauren LawrenceApril 29, 2026

Subaru Exec Retires, Role Evolves

Subaru of America is revamping its fixed operations department to emphasize the automaker’s commitment to enhancing customer ownership experience.

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2027 Kia Telluride hybrid
Newsby Lauren LawrenceApril 27, 2026

Hyundai, Kia Lead Electrified Awards

With more hybrids and EVs on the market, U.S. News & World Report expanded its 2026 Best Hybrid and Electric Cars awards and introduced the first 'best hybrid minivan' class.

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Newsby Lauren LawrenceApril 22, 2026

California Holds EV Lead Despite Annual Decline

At nearly 14%, California had the lowest zero-emission vehicle market share in the first quarter since the fourth quarter of 2021, according to the California New Car Dealers Association.

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Hyundai Motor Group Tech Talent Forum 2026 September 17-18 San Jose, California. background of starry night
Newsby Lauren LawrenceApril 20, 2026

Hyundai Hosts Tech Talent Forum

Technology leaders from Hyundai Motor Group will have open discussions at the inaugural HMG Tech Talent Forum on topics ranging from autonomous driving to 'smart' manufacturing.

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electric vehicle next to an urban charging station. EV Demand Diverges. F&I and Showroom logo
Newsby Lauren LawrenceApril 10, 2026

EV Interest Varies Regionally

U.S. consumer interest in electric vehicles lags behind other countries despite the rising gas prices caused by the ongoing war in the Middle East.

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Newsby Lauren LawrenceApril 7, 2026

Dealers Seek Actionable AI

Dealers are facing growing frustrations with current generic artificial intelligence tools, according to a survey by Lotlinx, which found they want a solution that understands their inventories.

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