U.S. Dealer Confidence in EVs Hits Record Low in Q1 2026
Dealer confidence in EVs hits an all-time low in Q1 2026, even as overall market sentiment improves. We analyze the Cox Automotive data and what it means for buyers.
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Thursday, April 16, 2026
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Robots Won’t Take Over Car Plants But They’ll Decide Which Ones Survive
Automation in car factories is growing at 15% annually. We analyze why robots, not just EVs, will decide which auto plants survive the next decade.
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Trump-Merz Tariff Summit: What a 15% “Global Baseline” Could Mean for German Automakers and U.S. Buyers
We analyze the hypothetical impact of a Trump 15% baseline tariff on German automakers like BMW and Mercedes, and what it means for U.S. car buyers.
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U.S. Auto Market 2026: Fewer Sales, Faster Sells, and a Buyer Affordability Wall
Early 2026 U.S. auto sales are down, but desirable cars are selling faster. We analyze the ‘affordability wall’ and why hybrids are winning.
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Trump Tariff Threats Target Mexico’s Chinese EV Backdoor: 100% Duties Loom for Vehicles with >30% Chinese Parts BYD’s Aguascalientes Bid in the Crosshairs
New US tariff threats target Mexican-made vehicles with >30% Chinese content. We analyze the impact on BYD’s bid for the COMPAS plant and the Shark pickup.
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Mercedes-Benz FY2025: Profits Squeezed, But Maybach and G-Class Still Carry the Star
Mercedes-Benz reports a tough FY2025 with profits down 50%, but Maybach and G-Class sales remain strong. We analyze the luxury strategy amid EV headwinds.
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Rivian and Apple: Ecosystem Deep Dive or the “Autonomous OS” That Never Was?
Rumors of an Apple “Autonomous OS” for Rivian are swirling. We separate fact from fiction, analyzing the VW joint venture and confirmed Apple integrations.
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Stellantis’ 22.2 Billion EV Write-Down: Pivoting to Hurricane I6 and Hybrids for 2027 Amid Market Reset
Stellantis takes a €22.2B write-down on EVs, pivoting to the Hurricane I6 and Ramcharger REEV for 2027. We analyze the strategic reset for Ram and Jeep.
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2026 Acura ADX vs. Audi Q3: Premium Compact SUV Comparison
The 2026 Acura ADX and Audi Q3 offer distinct paths to premium SUV ownership. We compare performance, utility, and value to find the winner.
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2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA vs. GLB vs. Volvo XC40: Premium Subcompact SUV Showdown
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA, GLB, and Volvo XC40 define the premium subcompact SUV market. We compare performance, utility, and tech to find the best fit.
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