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Digital•by Lauren Lawrence•August 5, 2026

Structure Leads to Optimized Auto Listings

As the average car-buying journey has shifted to a blend of digital and retail, a dealership’s vehicle listings must be optimized to answer shoppers’ questions clearly and accurately.

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Industry•by Hannah Mitchell•August 3, 2026

Texas Dealerships Rebranded After Sale

The Norm Reeves group of stores had owned the three rooftops in the greater Dallas-Fort Worth metro area that now operate under a homegrown group’s signature.

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Auto Finance•by Lauren Lawrence•August 3, 2026

Positive Equity Reaches Record High

Mainstream vehicle owners who bought a car seven years ago are likely to have positive equity when trading in for a new vehicle, according to second-quarter Edmunds data.

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Industry•by Hannah Mitchell•July 29, 2026

Auto Dealers Have Some Phone Homework

A midyear study found that stores can do a better job of converting both inbound and outbound calls into customer appointments for increased sales.

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Showroom•by Lauren Lawrence•July 29, 2026

Used Market Stabilizes

The Carfax Used Car Index noted a major drop in used-vehicle price increases in July after several months of hikes.

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Industry•by Hannah Mitchell•July 27, 2026

Hyundai Ventures Aim for Deeper AI Dive

The automaker announced partnerships with several technology industry leaders to pursue an ambitious plan for integrating AI into its manufacturing and well beyond automotive.

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Industry•by Lauren Lawrence•July 27, 2026

Early Intervention Saves Retention

Sales and service departments have the highest annual dealership turnover rates, according to a new industry report, costing money and time that could be better spent elsewhere.

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Showroom•by Lauren Lawrence•July 22, 2026

California Hybrids Reach State Record

The Golden State still leads the country in electric-vehicle registrations, but much like the rest of the U.S. its hybrid market share is up while full electrics stabilize after a dramatic first-quarter dip.

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Showroom•by Hannah Mitchell•July 22, 2026

My Mercedes in the U.S.

The German brand debuted its studio dealership concept for the first time in the states in Los Angeles, tapping Americans’ penchant for creative distinctions.

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Showroom•by Hannah Mitchell•July 20, 2026

Used Sales Hit Summer Drag

The vacation season, combined with high prices, has dented deliveries and added to inventories, though supply is still slim enough to keep listings elevated.

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