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Recurrent finds EVs retain 95% of mileage range through 5 years

7+ hour, 47+ min ago  (440+ words) Used EVs are having a moment," Andy Gaberson of Recurrent told CDG. As interest and sales of used EVs increase, new findings show the vehicles are maintaining 95% of their range after five years. The details: In its 2026 EV Market and…...

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GM reportedly pauses next-gen electric truck program amid EV reset

4+ day, 14+ hour ago  (369+ words) GM has reportedly decided to pause its next-generation full-size electric truck program as the company continues to recalibrate its electrification strategy. First things first: The program, which had been slated to begin in 2028, was previously positioned as a key part…...

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California Q1 EV sales plunge after end of federal tax credit

4+ day, 19+ hour ago  (383+ words) The fallout from the elimination of federal EV tax credits is becoming clearer, with California's zero-emission vehicle sales plunging in the first quarter. The details: Battery electric vehicles lost ground across nearly every key metric during Q1 in California, a major…...

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Koch Automotive Group enters California, acquires first Honda dealership

5+ day, 12+ hour ago  (245+ words) Driving the news: Kurt Koch of Koch Automotive Group bought his first Honda dealership from the estate of Mike Patel and Jeff Christoffel in a deal that closed March 2. Patel died unexpectedly in February. For context: Koch acquired Marin Honda…...

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Used vehicle prices surge $1, 500 from mid-March

1+ week, 4+ day ago  (399+ words) As car buyers turn to used vehicles in their search for affordable options, the market is seeing a surge in prices, with the average price now topping $25, 500. The sharp increase follows used car prices hitting their lowest point in the…...

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How one group doubled its internet lead conversion + The latest on Mexico auto exports to U. S.

2+ week, 2+ day ago  (684+ words) Plus, where dealers are leaving fixed ops revenue on the table Tomorrow morning, our latest Breakdown newsletter is running, with this week's topic being "3 truths defining the dealer v. broker debate." Worth the read once it lands. First time reading a…...

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Iran conflict could cut global auto sales by nearly 1 million units in 2026

2+ week, 6+ day ago  (371+ words) The war against Iran could have a major impact on the U. S. auto industry, with global light-vehicle sales potentially falling by nearly 1 million units in 2026, according to S&P Global Mobility. The details: The projection marks a shift from the industry…...

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Honda warns of China threat, moves to accelerate innovation and cut development time

2+ week, 6+ day ago  (434+ words) "We have no chance against this," Honda President Toshihiro Mibe said during his visit to the Shanghai factory. Honda is recalibrating its vehicle development strategy to be more competitive while warning of the growing threat posed by Chinese manufacturers and…...

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Stellantis launches nationwide dealer training tour to boost sales and service performance

3+ week, 7+ hour ago  (445+ words) Stellantis is launching a nationwide "Unstoppable Spring Training Tour" to give dealerships a deeper understanding of its U. S. vehicles, offerings, and key competitors. The details: The full-day training sessions, which kick off this week after about a 10-year hiatus, are designed…...

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Dream Motor Group expands South Florida footprint with 2-store acquisition

3+ week, 3+ day ago  (248+ words) Driving the news: Dream Motor Group, owned by Joe Agresti, Nick Saban, and Steve Cannon, purchased two dealerships in Doral, Florida, from Bill Seidle's Automotive Group in a deal that closed April 1. For context: Dream Motor purchased Bill Seidle Nissan…...