Marketing

A deep dive into dealership marketing trends and insights into the current state of the automotive industry.
Daily 5 report for April 4: Does Mexico know something that Canada doesn’t on tariff talks?

Mexico’s leadership is playing nice with the Trump administration on tariff negotiations. Mexico hasn’t retaliated against President Donald Trump’s tariffs. Our northern neighbor, Canada, hasn’t been so cordial.

April 04, 2025 07:00 PM
Ineos envisions pivotal 2025 with Quartermaster pickup sales launch, increased marketing, new Americas HQ

Ineos Automotive will finally expand its U.S. product lineup with the spring arrival of the Quartermaster pickup. The startup also plans to spend more on marketing.

April 02, 2025 03:41 PM
How auto tariffs will affect marketing spending

Car buyers won’t be the only ones feeling the pain from new automotive tariffs. They could lead to a pullback in automotive marketing spending, potentially affecting agencies, and ad sellers.

April 02, 2025 03:23 PM
Daily 5 report for April 1: Why nobody is in the mood for April Fools’ jokes today

With new U.S. tariffs to take effect in two days, management upheavals at several automakers, Nissan’s worsening finances and all the routine drama in this industry, April Fools' jokes just don’t feel right.

April 01, 2025 07:30 PM
VW, Kong partner on ID Buzz-inspired dog toy to benefit animal shelters

VW’s Microbus of the 1960s, the predecessor to the ID Buzz, played a key role in the creation of the popular dog toy in 1976.

March 26, 2025 03:05 PM
Volkswagen’s top U.S. marketer on its ‘SNL’ sponsorship and EV strategy

After striking a deal to become a presenting sponsor of the 50th anniversary season of “Saturday Night Live,” Volkswagen had the opportunity to make custom content with the show.

March 20, 2025 10:00 AM
Fed leaves interest rates unchanged; dealers say high rates are still a problem

The federal funds rate target range will remain 4.25 to 4.5 percent.

March 19, 2025 06:36 PM
Genesis names Amy Marentic as new CMO after Drew Slaven’s quick exit

Genesis Motor America hired Circana executive Amy Marentic as its new CMO as Hyundai’s luxury brand looks to continue sales momentum and market share gains.

March 17, 2025 05:45 PM
What a difference a year makes, especially for bedraggled Nissan

In this week’s edition of Automotive News, we take a deep look at incoming CEO Ivan Espinosa’s long to-do list at Nissan and the sizable obstacles blocking the Japanese carmaker's road to quick recovery.

March 16, 2025 05:00 PM
Cadillac team wins formal Formula One approval for 2026

The General Motors-backed Cadillac entry will become Formula One’s 11th team next year after securing formal approval from the commercial rights holders and governing FIA.

March 07, 2025 06:46 PM
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