In a series of moves expected to push its recall-related costs for the second quarter up to $700 million, General Motors said on Monday that the automaker will rework or replace the ignition keys on about 3.16 million vehicles in the U.S. from the 2000 through 2014 model years. The OEM explained it’s taking the […] [Read More]

The National Automobile Dealers Association rolled out a new “Get The Facts” initiative on Monday aimed at informing the media, opinion leaders and consumers about the numerous benefits of America’s franchised dealer network through a website and variety of multimedia resources. The centerpiece of the project is a two and a half minute animated video […] [Read More]

Announcing a deal Sunday valued at more than $360 million, Lithia Motors and DCH Auto Group entered a definitive agreement to combine their companies — a transaction that would merge two of the largest dealer groups in the country. Per the agreement, Lithia will buy up the entirety of DCH’s outstanding shares for approximately $340 million […] [Read More]

General Motors decided not to hesitate with a recall after the automaker discovered a problem with the ignition with new and late-model versions of the Chevrolet Camaro. The automaker said it will recall all current generation Chevrolet Camaros because a driver’s knee can bump the key FOB and cause the key to inadvertently move out […] [Read More]

Lithia Motors announced its two latest store acquisitions on Friday, both of which are located in the Northwest. The company said it has acquired Vic Alfonso Cadillac and Braley & Graham Buick GMC, both located in Portland, Ore. The stores will be renamed Buick GMC of Beaverton and Cadillac of Portland Lloyd Center, and are […] [Read More]

If you were to put a group of international nameplate dealers on the spot and ask why they maintain their membership in AIADA, you would get a variety of answers covering everything from global trade to overreaching regulatory agencies. Some would point to AIADA’s spring Auto Summit in D.C., while others would identify its publications, […] [Read More]

Toyota Motor Sales said on Wednesday that it will re-notify owners of certain older vehicles involved in a safety recall first announced last April for the front passenger airbag inflators installed in several models. The automaker said it is modifying the remedy procedure. OEM officials explained the 2013 recall remedy involved inspection of the front […] [Read More]

Online car shoppers looking for monthly payment information are often hesitant to submit their personal information in exchange. But dealers have a new way to reach budget-conscious car buyers, thanks to a partnership announced on Wednesday. Officials at DriveItNow and PureCars said their collaboration offers dealers who subscribe to both companies the ability to engage […] [Read More]

The National Automobile Dealers Association applauded the news that franchised dealers no longer have to fill out a form certifying that a new vehicle complies with the Clean Air Act prior to the sale. NADA recapped that H.R. 724 was signed into law this week by President Barack Obama. The association explained the bill eliminates […] [Read More]

Chrysler announced Tuesday morning that 86 dealers in North America have been awarded Alfa Romeo franchises, with expectations that number may one day grow past 300 locations. This initial pool of dealers have been picked from existing FIAT and Maserati brand dealers, and includes 82 dealers in the U.S. and four in Canada. These stores […] [Read More]