Cox Automotive’s new AI in Auto Retail Tracker finds a rapidly growing gap between AI-equipped consumers and the dealers vying for their business. +
JD Power analysts say the latest Dealer Financing Satisfaction Study proves finance source selection depends largely on the experience they deliver. +
New JD Power data shows growing numbers of premium compact car, compact SUV and midsize SUV owners are joining a “measurable” downmarket migration. +
An AutoPayPlus survey of dealer principals finds concerns over penetration rate tracking, pay plan alignment, menu fatigue and compliance pressure. +
Dealers set a new quarterly record with $1,769 in average F&I income per vehicle retailed, partially offsetting an 11.8% slide in franchised dealership profitability. +
The latest quarterly VIN-based inventory report from Lotlinx finds rebounding sales driven by new launches but offset by persistently aged inventory. +
Edmunds reports the Toyota Tundra led all trade-ins in average negative equity in a Q2 list filled with models regarded as strong residual value performers. +
A new survey finds AI tools are becoming a meaningful part of the car-buying journey, particularly for younger and EV-oriented consumers. +
Kerrigan Advisors’ latest survey of OEM executives finds 59% see AI as a meaningful driver of current profitability and future earnings growth. +
Lotlinx’s 2026 Inventory Health Survey finds ample room for improvement in the way franchised dealers identify and minimize “at-risk” units. +
