CBT News to cover J.D. Power Auto Summit 2026

On the Dash:

• The 2026 J.D. Power Auto Summit will offer dealers data‑driven insights on pricing, EV trends, inventory and franchise performance at the NADA Show.
• OEM leaders from Toyota, Mercedes‑Benz, Volvo and General Motors are among the speakers set to discuss product strategy and electrification.
• Dealer executives and J.D. Power analysts will share tangible strategies for boosting sales velocity and benchmarking retail operations.

Dealers heading into this year’s National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) Show in Las Vegas will also be tuning in to the 2026 J.D. Power Auto Summit on Feb. 3, where dealers, OEM executives and industry analysts will gather for one of the most data‑rich, dealer‑focused discussions in automotive retail. 

During this year’s event, CBT News is once again honored to be the official media partner of the Summit, which aims to equip dealerships with insights on pricing, electrification, sales velocity, and franchise performance. 

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Held at Wynn Las Vegas’ Lafite Ballroom, the Summit combines analytics-driven presentations, dealer-focused panels, and networking opportunities to equip attendees with practical strategies to optimize retail performance.

Key speakers and sessions:

• Josh Peirez, President & CEO, J.D. Power – Opening remarks and U.S. Automotive Outlook
• Thomas King, President, Automotive & OEM Solutions, J.D. Power – Franchise performance evaluation
• Mark Templin, EVP & COO, Toyota Motor North America – EV product strategy and market insights
• Adam Chamberlain, President & CEO, Mercedes-Benz USA – Electrification and sales trends
• Luis Rezende, President of Americas, Volvo
• Ralph Gilles, Chief Design Officer, Stellantis
• Mark Reuss, President, General Motors
• Jonathan Banks, Doug Betts, Tyson Jominy, Kristin Kolodge, J.D. Power – Analytics and dealership benchmarking
• Sam D’Arc, Zeigler Auto Group & Dennis Gingrich, The Niello Company – Dealer perspectives on operations and finance

The Summit is a key event for OEM executives, dealer principals, and other mobility stakeholders, offering a focused agenda to enhance dealership competitiveness. Attendees will gain actionable insights and strategic foresight through core sessions like the U.S. Automotive Outlook, Used Vehicle Outlook, and the Franchise Assessment. These sessions provide forward-looking market trends and operational intelligence, leveraging J.D. Power’s extensive data and analysis to inform smarter business decisions. Ultimately, the Summit promises practical knowledge and valuable networking opportunities essential for thriving in the rapidly evolving retail environment.