Overall wholesale vehicle volumes are expected to be flat in 2026, followed by modest growth in subsequent years. It’s a different story, though, for off-lease volumes, according to Cox Automotive. Lease maturities, says Cox Automotive interim chief economist Jeremy Robb, “are at a critical inflection point” both in terms of actual volume and the makeup […] [Read More]

2025 was a volatile year in the history of electric vehicles in the U.S., with wild fluctuations in demand, the overturn of California’s zero-emission vehicle mandate, the end of the federal EV tax credits and the buying frenzy that immediately preceded it. So how does 2026 follow that act? That question was the focus of […] [Read More]

Rivian has hired business leader and entrepreneur Greg Revelle as chief customer officer, responsible for overseeing the electric vehicle manufacturer’s entire customer journey and leading its go-to-market strategy, including sales, marketing and operations. Revelle recently closed Revatek, a startup battery charging systems provider he founded in 2024 to enhance the off-grid outdoor experience. He previously […] [Read More]

There’s a notable possibility that the potential car buyer at your dealership who needs financing to take delivery is more than a little skeptical about getting the necessary credit. According to a new national survey from Neo Financial, nearly half of Canadians say building credit feels harder than ever, despite doing what they believe are […] [Read More]

Artificial intelligence is quickly becoming a go-to technology for consumers researching vehicles to buy and where to buy them, according to the latest study from AI-powered automotive customer data platform Fullpath. The inaugural Fullpath Auto Intelligence Index found use of AI and large language models emerging as a “significant driver of online engagement” with dealerships […] [Read More]

Privacy4Cars has added to its leadership team and its board of advisors. The automotive data privacy technology company announced Sherryl Nens has come on board as its new head of U.S. dealership sales and Jonathan Holland has joined as the company’s board advisor for Europe. Privacy4Cars said both roles are newly created to accommodate its […] [Read More]

Imagine being a dealer and the vehicle you expected to be transported to your store isn’t on the hauler behind your showroom. And no one knows where the vehicle is. To help avoid the unfortunate situation, Autosled vice president of dealer sales Sam Goldenberg offered a variety of suggestions for used-car managers. Goldenberg appeared on […] [Read More]

As payment technologies evolve, so do the risks. Dealers are increasingly targeted by sophisticated fraud schemes, and compliance requirements are tightening. Dealer Pay CEO Julie Douglas recapped the current environment on the Live Stage presented by SYCN Auto Logistics during Used Car Week 2025. Douglas’ conference conversation with Cherokee Media Group’s Nick Zulovich is now […] [Read More]

Algebrik AI started 2026 by landing another client, announcing on Monday that Advantage Plus Federal Credit Union, a community financial institution serving southeast Idaho and western Wyoming, has selected key modules of Algebrik ONE to modernize its lending operations. Founded in 1953 and headquartered in Pocatello, Idaho, Advantage Plus Federal Credit Union has spent more […] [Read More]

Jonathan Gregory recapped 2025 from the credit-granting perspective since the December Dealertrack Credit Availability Index reached its highest point of year and reflected the best level since October 2022. The Cox Automotive senior manager of economic and industry insights on Monday explained that for all of 2025, the Dealertrack Credit Availability Index averaged 97.3, a […] [Read More]