#dealerships

The Federal Trade Commission warned 97 auto retailers over suspected illegal advertising practices, putting major dealership groups on notice over how vehicle prices are displayed.

U.S. dealerships are facing a synthetic motor oil shortage that could persist until mid-2027, driven by Middle East supply disruptions and refinery economics.

Consumer Reports says unnecessary dealer extras can add thousands to the cost of a vehicle, turning routine financing-office pitches into a major affordability problem.

A fresh critique of the American dealership system highlights how legal protections, consolidation, and back-end fees keep car buying unusually difficult compared with most other retail markets.

Automotive News has released its 2026 list of the top 100 dealership groups in used-vehicle sales, positioning the ranking as a guide to who made the cut, what is driving the segment, and where the market’s key storylies

Automotive retailers leading the used-vehicle market are broadening how they source cars, tailoring inventory to local demand, and using quality standards to build trust as affordability pressures keep used cars central.

As regulators and states intensify scrutiny of deceptive automotive advertising, cleaner vehicle pricing may shift from a compliance burden to a market advantage for dealers willing to change their sales model.

Ford is still dealing with the effects of a fire-related disruption tied to a critical F-150 component, leaving dealers short on inventory and dragging first-quarter sales lower.

Franchised dealership leaders reported a slightly weaker industry outlook in the first quarter of 2026, with concern centered on the Iran war, gasoline prices and inventory affordability.

After the FTC warned 97 dealership groups about advertising practices, industry speakers said stores need stronger staff training so quoted prices match online listings and customer trust is not lost.

Dream Motor Group, co-owned by Nick Saban, has acquired Nissan and Mitsubishi dealerships in Doral, Florida, expanding its South Florida footprint to four stores.

TrueCar is changing how participating dealerships handle sales verification and affinity pricing, betting that stricter rules will reduce lead volume but improve conversion quality.