Marketing

A deep dive into dealership marketing trends and insights into the current state of the automotive industry.
Daily 5 report for April 17: Is Cadillac ready to break through with younger, affluent buyers? It’s been a long time

Cadillac’s longtime struggle to attract younger buyers may finally be bearing fruit. For real this time.

April 17, 2025 07:30 PM
Column: Steering through the tariff maze

What will the tariff on my vehicle be? What will the duty on my part be?

April 13, 2025 05:00 PM
Stellantis pulls Jeep, Ram and Dodge tariff-response ads after built-in-USA scrutiny

Stellantis has pulled its Jeep, Ram and Dodge tariff-response ads after its built-in-the-USA claims received scrutiny.

April 09, 2025 06:52 PM
Ineos Grenadier billboard: We’re not a Land Rover Defender

The first billboard aimed at the SUV's similar rival happens to be located next to a JLR dealership.

April 09, 2025 10:00 AM
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
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