Presidio's George Karolis reveals Q3 trends in dealership buy-sell activity
The Presidio Group's George Karolis shares 2025 dealership trends, F&I growth, major sales, and industry trends.| CBT News
On the Dash: The California Air Resources Board (CARB) is suing Daimler Truck, International Motors, Paccar, and Volvo Group for allegedly violating the 2023 Clean Truck Partnership agreement. CARB claims the manufacturers failed or refused to meet their commitments to sell clean vehicles in California. The lawsuit follows the manufacturers’ own legal challenge seeking to […] The post CARB sues major truck manufacturers for breaching Clean Truck Partnership appeared first on CBT News.| CBT News
President Donald Trump is dropping another tariff on the auto industry. Starting November 1, the U.S. will impose a 25% tariff on all imported medium and heavy-duty trucks, a dramatic escalation in the administration’s ongoing effort to strengthen domestic manufacturing and reduce reliance on foreign-built vehicles. This announcement sent shockwaves through global trade circles and […] The post What’s really happening with Trump’s SHOCKING 25% truck tariff? appeared first on CBT News.| CBT News
On the Dash: Ford will invest $366 million to restart engine production in India by 2029. The move marks a return after four years and over $2 billion in prior losses. The decision shows renewed confidence in India despite U.S.-India trade tensions. Ford announced plans to invest about 32.5 billion rupees ($366 million) to restart […] The post Ford to invest $370M to restart engine production in India appeared first on CBT News.| CBT News
On the Dash: AutoNation’s board authorized an additional $1 billion in share repurchases. The company has repurchased 3 million shares worth $576 million so far in 2025. AutoNation reduced outstanding shares by 8% since the end of 2024 AutoNation, one of the largest automotive retailers in the United States, has authorized an additional $1 billion […] The post AutoNation board approves additional $1 billion for stock repurchase appeared first on CBT News.| CBT News
The Presidio Group's George Karolis shares 2025 dealership trends, F&I growth, major sales, and industry trends.| CBT News
Matt Easton shares how salespeople can close more deals using a “customer chart” inspired by medical professionals.| CBT News
Lucid partners with NVIDIA to launch Level 4 autonomous EVs and use AI-driven manufacturing to cut costs and boost efficiency.| CBT News
2025 Subaru WRX tS brings STI-tuned performance, Brembo brakes, and rally-ready handling to the street for $45,705.| CBT News
Cutting out dealers may sound efficient, but it removes choice, service, and accountability from the car buying process.| CBT News
Kevin Tynan discusses Q2 2025 Presidio-NCM report that reveals insights into dealership profitability, revenue shifts, and key market trends.| CBT News
Florida dealers discuss inventory, EV demand, AI use, and training strategies while forecasting a steady 2025 amid industry challenges.| CBT News
California’s “Clean Cars for All” program sparks backlash for targeting gas cars, shrinking choices, and threatening car culture nationwide.| CBT News
Don Griffin of CarHop and NIADA shares insights on inventory, affordability, and advocacy shaping independent dealers’ future.| CBT News
Dave Anderson explains how consistency builds confidence and why leaders must confront the tasks they tend to avoid.| CBT News
Adam Marburger on boosting F&I sales through conversation shifts, trust-building, and relatable examples to safeguard customer investments.| CBT News
Dealers urged to focus on customer experience and service growth as tariffs loom over imported vehicles and auto parts.| CBT News
