U.S. Auto Inventory Mix Shifts as Hybrid Share Climbs and EV Stock Stabilizes
The composition of U.S. auto inventory is shifting as hybrid vehicles gain share and electric vehicle stock levels begin to stabilize after a period of rapid buildup. The change reflects evolving consumer demand patterns and a broader recalibration of electrification strategies across the industry. After several quarters of elevated EV inventory, dealer lots are showing […]
Ford and Geely Explore Manufacturing and Technology Partnership Talks in 2026
Ford and Geely are reportedly exploring potential manufacturing and technology partnership talks in 2026, signaling a pragmatic shift in how global automakers approach scale, cost control, and electrification strategy. While no formal agreement has been announced, discussions are understood to involve collaboration in selected markets, platform sharing, and possible technology exchange. The talks reflect mounting […]
U.S. Dealer Groups Expand Focus on Fixed Operations Revenue
U.S. dealer groups are expanding their focus on fixed operations revenue as vehicle margins compress and sales volumes normalize across the auto retail landscape. Service, parts, and collision repair are increasingly viewed as the most stable profit centers in a market where new and used vehicle sales are less predictable. Fixed operations have long been […]