Auto Retail News

The automotive dealership model is constantly facing change, especially in the types of vehicles retailers can service. In particular, as the commercial vehicle market shifts toward opportunities for electrification within their vehicle fleets, local

The automotive industry is quietly undergoing a generational shift. The number of new vehicle registrations among young buyers aged 18-34 has slowly declined over the past few years. Once a key demographic fueling growth for automakers, younger consu

For years, the automotive industry has navigated a complex landscape of regulations, from sales practices to lending laws. Yet, a new, intensified focus from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on data security and safeguards is rapidly emerging as a

The biggest threat of auto tariffs to consumers continues to be a large increase in car prices, but so far, two months after they were announced, that fear has yet to be fully realized. The average transaction price for new vehicles was $48,799 in Ma

Kelley Blue Book and Autotrader have announced a collaboration with Experian that aims to improve the car buying and selling experiences through enhanced vehicle history reports. The partnership will integrate Experian’s AutoCheck® vehicle history

Mark Twain’s adage of “if you don’t like the weather, wait a few minutes” rings true to the current state of tariffs in the automotive industry. On a seemingly daily basis, reports on new tariffs, subsequent pullbacks and the response from au

The tariffs implemented by President Trump have dominated the news cycle for months. Whether it’s the tariffs on auto parts and imported vehicles or the more general reciprocal tariffs the president announced back in April, it’s been hard to avoi

As competition intensifies in the automotive industry, the ability to move quickly from lead to sale has become a key differentiator. Today’s car buyers expect fast, seamless online and in-store experiences, and that’s exactly where AI steps in.

May 2025 saw a slight softening in wholesale used-vehicle prices, with Cox Automotive’s Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index declining by 1.4 percent from April. It now sits at 205.2. Despite this month-over-month dip, prices remain four percent hi