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Auto groups oppose Chinese automakers, Volkswagen cuts forecast, Tesla reopens Roadster reservations
Top Stories Auto groups urge Trump to keep Chinese automakers out of U.S. market. Read More Volkswagen slashes 2026 profit forecast as Porsche takes hit. Read More Tesla reopens $50,000 Roadster reservations ahead of Oct. reveal. Read More Wholesale used car prices fall for the first time in 2026. Read More Featured interviews The risk of...
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The risk of rushing AI agents & what dealers can do about it
Dealerships are adopting AI faster than they can manage the risk it creates. Marketing pressure and fear of falling behind push many stores to sign up for new tools before they understand what those tools do with dealership data, or who is liable when something goes wrong. On this episode of...
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Erin Kerrigan sees record buy-sell activity in 2026
The dealership buy-sell market maintained its record pace through the first half of 2026, with 224 transactions completed and the trailing 12-month total reaching a record 462, according to Erin...
ASOTU’s Paul Daly and Kyle Mountsier on AI, Chinese vehicles, ASOTU CON West
AI adoption, the possible arrival of Chinese vehicles, and a new West Coast event are shaping the conversation across retail automotive. On today's edition of CBT Live, Paul Daly and...
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...
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Erin Kerrigan sees record buy-sell activity in 2026
The dealership buy-sell market maintained its record pace through the first half of 2026, with 224 transactions completed and the trailing 12-month total reaching a record 462, according to Erin Kerrigan, Founder and Managing Director of Kerrigan Advisors. Speaking on today's CBT Live segment, Kerrigan said the market is being...
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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...
