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In a recent discussion, Chief Data Officer Ben Flusberg and Vice President of AI and Machine Learning Jodi Blomberg outlined how dealers can harness the power of AI to unlock competitive advantage without sacrificing human touchpoints and experiences. To bring this to life, they introduced several personas, illustrating how AI can positively shape each stage

ATLANTA, March 3, 2026 – The Q1 2026 Cox Automotive Dealer Sentiment Index (CADSI) shows a seasonal rebound in dealer optimism, driven by improved expectations for the spring selling season. While current market conditions remain below historical norms, sentiment for the months ahead improved sharply as dealers anticipate stronger demand, easing interest rates and improving

This edition of the Auto Market Weekly Summary includes updates on producer prices, tax refunds, consumer confidence and metrics on the housing market. Last week was a bit lighter on economic data than recent weeks. Last week started with the 2026 National Association of Business Economists (NABE) conference, three days of economic discussion and three

Fifty years into its U.S. journey, Honda is doing something few legacy automakers manage well: using history as a launchpad, not a crutch. At an event inside Honda’s Torrance, California design center late last year, the company didn’t just commemorate the milestone, it used it to reframe where it’s heading next. From design and motorsports

ATLANTA, Feb. 26, 2026 – Cox Automotive’s VinSolutions, the leading CRM in the automotive industry, announced today a new integration with Toyota Motor North America, Inc. Cox Automotive’s VinSolutions, specifically, the Vin Desking features of CRM and Deal Central, now integrate with Toyota SmartPath/Lexus MONOGRAM retailing, enabling the opportunity for a seamless consumer experience from

At this year’s NADA in Las Vegas, Chief Strategy Officer Jonathan Smoke and newly announced Chief Economist Jeremy Robb outlined five major forces and strategic themes they predict will shape the auto industry in 2026. For the best business outcomes in the year ahead, dealers should consider the following forces in their strategic roadmap: The