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Tekion's new AI-driven technology tool is designed to help automate workflow for the service department. It relies on agentic AI, an innovative use of artificial intelligence that some of its rivals are also embracing.
Buick posted the biggest sales gain in the quarter ended March 31, up 39 percent, for its best first quarter in nearly 20 years. Cadillac, GMC and Chevrolet also posted double-digit sales gains, with GMC setting a quarterly record.
Often you can get 10 percent penetration on a product just by taking the time to sell it to every customer, said Stephanie Cooper, a coach at iA American Warranty Group.
While other service departments prefer the comfort of having set appointments, Pohanka Automotive Group embraces a "no appointment necessary" philosophy.
The automaker said sales of internal combustion engine vehicles fell 4.8 percent in the quarter, while sales of electric vehicles rose 11.5 percent and hybrid sales jumped 33 percent.
Xiaomi Corp. confirmed that one of its SU7 electric vehicles was involved in an accident in which local media reported that three people died.
Strong hybrid sales pushed Toyota up 0.1% in Q1, while Lexus sales grew 5.8%
Updates on the latest automotive industry effects from tariffs imposed on Canada and Mexico
Starting April 1, Nissan has reduced pricing on the 2025 Rogue and Pathfinder crossovers by an average of $1,000 per model.
President Donald Trump said he would look to reinstate weaker automobile emissions standards, casting aside former President Joe Biden's vehicle pollution curbs.
