Dealer optimism, profitability still strong
Auto dealers see market conditions as being stronger than before the COVID-19 pandemic hit, yet they are pessimistic about the new-vehicle sales environment.
Automakers see gold in over-the-air software upgrades
The kinds of instant upgrades consumers get on their phones are now on the way to their cars and trucks. Will customers keep shelling out post-purchase?
The latest numbers on the microchip shortage: N.A. vehicle-loss forecast pared
The outlook for total losses of North American-built vehicles due to microchip shortages has improved for the second week in a row.
Nissan's new EV push to strengthen brand image
Nissan’s new plan calls for getting 40 percent of its U.S. sales from full-electric vehicles by 2030.
Kia beats U.S. sales record despite production challenges
Kia has already surpassed its full-year U.S. sales record from 2016. Through November of this year, Kia sold 652,910 vehicles.