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Showroomby StaffSeptember 13, 2022

Automakers Trumpet Use of Recycled Maritime Waste in Manufacturing

Ford, BMW say recycled fishing netting going into some parts. BMW says the material has a 25% lower carbon footprint.

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Showroomby StaffSeptember 13, 2022

U.S., Mexico Plan to Team Up on EV Production

High-level delegations discuss how they can eat into Asia dominance in semiconductors and batteries for EVs

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Dealer Opsby StaffSeptember 13, 2022

New Study Tracks Auto Group's Responsiveness to Internet Leads

Napleton Auto Group topped the ranking, followed by Penske Automotive Group in the second spot, and Berkshire Hathaway Automotive in the third.

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Dealer Opsby StaffSeptember 13, 2022

CPO Sales To See Double-Digit Percentage Decline in 2022

The report, based on Cox’s analysis of Motor Intelligence data, reported 211,609 CPO sales in August.

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Awardsby StaffSeptember 13, 2022

CNA National Continues 18-Year Winning Streak in Dealers’ Choice Competition

F&I provider earns diamond, platinum and gold.

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Fixed Opsby StaffSeptember 12, 2022

Stellantis Employee Union Walks Out Over Health-and-Safety Demands

Two days of bargaining produce no agreement after employees complain about HVAC system and other concerns.

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Dealer Opsby StaffSeptember 12, 2022

BMW Announces Sources for New EV Batteries

Europe, China and North America will each have two plants that will produce round lithium ion cells for BMW.

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Complianceby StaffSeptember 9, 2022

Catalytic Converter Theft Targeted with New F&I Offering

San Diego company offering two-part protection plan for vehicle owners, including unique identification numbers, to shield them from ballooning thefts.

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Dealer Opsby StaffSeptember 9, 2022

Japanese Industry Minister Questions U.S. EV Credits  

Japanese Industry Minister Yasutoshi Nishimura expressed concern that a new U.S. law on tax credits for electric vehicles may violate international law.

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Dealer Opsby StaffSeptember 9, 2022

Automakers Shift Production to Autos with Better Profit Margins

Automakers have shifted to selling vehicles with better profit margins in the U.S. as supply chain shortages and shipping concerns dampen production.

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