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Weekly roundup: Trump open to U.S.-built Chinese cars, NADA backs FTC pricing FAQs, Stellantis faces Canada strike threat
ICYMI: Trump said Chinese automakers could build cars in the U.S. if they hire American workers. NADA welcomes new FTC guidance, clarifying how dealers must advertise vehicle prices. Stellantis faces a possible strike in Canada as Unifor talks stall over the Brampton plant. GM is supplying Patriot missile parts and...
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Why dealership compliance can’t be a one-time check-the-box exercise
We’ve talked about the vulnerabilities dealers are facing, and why being secure doesn’t necessarily mean being compliant. Now, let’s talk about what happens next. In our final segment of this three-part series on Inside Automotive, Hunter Giambra and Andy Graff join us to break down what an ongoing compliance partnership...
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Seth Dobbs on New Jersey’s new dealer service law, FTC scrutiny
For dealers trying to navigate the Federal Trade Commission's (FTC) latest pricing and advertising guidance, waiting for enforcement to clarify the rules could create unnecessary exposure. Seth Dobbs, Chair of...
Husband and wife launch new Mazda store in Virginia
Starting a dealership from scratch means building the brand, the team and the customer base all at once, with no name recognition to lean on. On today's edition of CBT...
John Murphy on Fed rate hike putting spotlight on auto affordability
The Federal Reserve’s latest rate increase adds another layer of pressure for auto dealers already navigating elevated borrowing costs and affordability challenges. John Murphy, Founder and Managing Partner of Murphy...
How Scott Falcone is building AI tools for his dealerships
For World Automotive Group Owner Scott Falcone, AI is not about replacing dealership employees. It's about giving his team better tools to solve problems, improve customer interactions and generate stronger...
Frank Eckert urges dealers to finish Q4 strong without sacrificing 2027
The fourth quarter can create plenty of pressure for dealers chasing year-end goals, but Frank Eckert, Owner of Eckert Solutions Group, says that pressure should not lead to desperation. Eckert...
CarGurus Kevin Roberts on used-vehicle demand, affordability
The used-vehicle market continues to show strength as affordability pressures push more consumers away from new vehicles. Kevin Roberts, Director of Economic and Market Intelligence at CarGurus, joins us on...
Canadian dealer Glen Trafford talks tariffs, tight inventory and a record year
Canadian dealers are working through a new round of cross-border tariffs while still looking for ways to grow sales and service. On today's CBT Live segment, we're joined by Glen Trafford, General...
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Why dealership compliance can’t be a one-time check-the-box exercise
We’ve talked about the vulnerabilities dealers are facing, and why being secure doesn’t necessarily mean being compliant. Now, let’s talk about what happens next. In our final segment of this three-part series on Inside Automotive, Hunter Giambra and Andy Graff join us to break down what an ongoing compliance partnership...
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Frank Carbone on Holman’s legacy, expansion and the next 100 years
Frank Carbone started out parking cars and changing oil at a Ford store in Fort Lauderdale when he was just a teenager. Today, he oversees nearly 60 dealerships representing 32 brands as President of Retail Automotive at Holman. The company has doubled in size twice in the past 10 years....
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Why dealer profitability depends on more than vehicle sales
The affordability conversation isn't going away. Higher interest rates, rising vehicle prices, elevated insurance costs, and tighter household budgets continue to reshape the automotive retail landscape. Consumers are taking longer to make purchasing decisions, monthly payments remain a primary concern, and dealerships are feeling increased pressure to maintain profitability in a...
