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GM & Ford pursue defense contracts, JLR targets U.S. growth, Wholesale prices rise mid-June
Top Stories GM, Ford pursue defense contracts as military demand fuels manufacturing growth. Read More JLR targets U.S. growth with multi-energy strategy and $24B investment plan. Read More Used-vehicle wholesale prices rise mid-June, EVs lead the way. Read More Waymo recalls nearly 3,900 robotaxis after vehicles entered active construction zones. Read More Featured Interviews The real...
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Ryan Kerrigan reports buy-sell market surges as franchise sales jump 21% in Q1 2026
Despite ongoing concerns surrounding affordability, interest rates, and uncertainty in the Middle East, the dealership buy-sell activity is moving in the opposite direction. Joining us on today’s episode of Inside Automotive is Ryan Kerrigan, Managing Director of Kerrigan Advisors, to discuss record franchise turnover, rising valuations, and what’s driving continued...
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The real value of leadership development in an AI era
Leadership development remains one of the most overlooked competitive advantages, even as organizations continue investing heavily in AI and emerging technologies. On the latest episode of CBT Now, Matt Gjertsen, the...
Navigating negative equity, credit challenges and pricing transparency in F&I in 2026
Negative equity is rising, loan terms are stretching, and F&I managers are being asked to do more than ever. Paul Brown, Vice President and partner at Ascent Dealer Services and the host...
David Long on the foundation that drives dealership performance
Pressure, burnout, and negativity can spread through a dealership faster than ever. Joining us on today’s CBT Now episode to discuss how mindset, attitude, and energy can directly impact leadership...
Delivrd shakes up car buying for dealers and buyers
Buying a car can be one of the most stressful financial decisions consumers make. Two people can walk into the same dealership, buy the same car, and leave having paid...
Tesla Model X tops used-car market as hybrids outpace EV growth
Tesla Model X is the fastest-selling car in the used-car market, and that is in accordance with the latest iSeeCars Used Car Market Study. On today’s CBT Now episode, we’re...
How AI is reshaping used-vehicle sales and sourcing as inventory hits historic lows
Used-vehicle inventory remains historically tight, according to Cox Automotive. Buyers who would have purchased new are instead shopping for late-model used, and dealers are caught in the middle. Joining us on...
California dealers’ fight against direct sales intensifies as retailers navigate FTC pricing crackdown
For auto dealers, what happens in California rarely stays there. The state's franchise laws are at the center of a national fight over whether automakers can bypass their own dealer...
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The real value of leadership development in an AI era
Leadership development remains one of the most overlooked competitive advantages, even as organizations continue investing heavily in AI and emerging technologies. On the latest episode of CBT Now, Matt Gjertsen, the Founder of Built and former Head of Training and Development at SpaceX, discusses why leaders continue to grapple with fundamental...
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Jay Feldman on growth, navigating challenges and a $5 billion goal
Jay Feldman started selling cars at 15 and has not stopped since. As chairman and CEO of Feldman Automotive Group, he has spent nearly three decades building one of the Midwest's most respected dealer groups. Feldman Automotive Group, Michigan's No. 1 Chevrolet dealer, is closing in on 25 rooftops and...
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Driving Service Growth with Recall Strategy
Tired of missing out on the full revenue potential of your recall traffic? This Louisville-area Honda dealership faced the same challenge until they combined a disciplined service process with automotiveMastermind’s Recall Connect to bring more cars into their drive. Discover how they transformed routine recall visits into a consistent engine...
