Dealership acquisitions fizzle in 2023
Uncertainty and a widening bid-ask spread contributed to fewer transactions last year, according to industry experts....
Back to the future: Dealerships trade hands at record clip in Q1 amid normalized profits
The first quarter of 2024 was the busiest yet in terms of the number of dealerships changing hands, and there's no sign of acquisition activity slowing down, industry experts say....
Suppliers fret over rising costs, crime in fast-growing Mexico
As Mexico's auto industry continues to grow, some companies say they're running into more issues in some parts of the country....
Infiniti, Mazda stores increase in popularity
Fewer Honda and Toyota franchises were part of 2023 dealership acquisitions, according to the Automotive News Research & Data Center....
Leo Michael cartoon: Where’s my data?
A survey that polled 1,300 drivers found that 96 percent of people said they should own any and all data generated from their car, and 78 percent of drivers are uncomfortable or extremely uncomfortable with automakers even collecting driver data in the first place....
Nissan Techs Are Making House Calls to Teach Owners How to Use Their Cars
Does this mean there's too much tech in vehicles?...
Column: CDK cyberattack hits broad swath of industry, like 2011 tsunami did
The deadly 2011 Japan earthquake and tsunami taught automakers a valuable lesson about their supply chains. It's one dealers would be wise to learn....
Top 5 stories of the week: CDK begins DMS restoration; BMW 6 Series to return
A quick look at the top automotive stories of the week as determined by reader interest....
China may deliver one-third of global vehicles by 2030, report says
The findings of a report by AlixPartners suggest that even as the U.S. enacts trade policies to protect the domestic market, Chinese automakers continue their steady march to global dominance....
Mercedes Is Spending Big Money on Gas Engines Again
"A lot more" is being invested in the S-Class compared to a usual facelift....