GM & LG Energy Solutions repurpose EV battery plant, Transportation chair proposes EV fees, Nissan to export US-made SUVs

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GM, LG Energy Solution to repurpose Tennessee EV battery plant for energy storage. Read More

House transportation chair proposes EV fees to fund highways. Read More

Nissan to export U.S.-made Murano to Japan following regulatory changes. Read More

Japan automakers deliver robust pay hikes as Middle East tensions cloud outlook. Read More

Featured Interviews

Public dealer trends reveal luxury sales insights and operational strategies – Dave Cantin Group
Welcome to another edition of Inside Automotive. Joining us on today’s episode from the Dave Cantin Group are Daniel Pilger, Vice President of Business Analysis, and Brian Traugott, Partner and Chief of Staff, to break down some of the biggest themes emerging from recent public dealer earnings, including the used-car market, fixed ops performance, and luxury vehicle sales. Watch the full segment here.

Sonic Automotive closes record 2025 as Jeff Dyke eyes strategic growth in pre-owned and Echo Park
President Jeff Dyke of Sonic Automotive joins Inside Automotive to detail strategies for ongoing growth in pre-owned vehicles and Echo Park operations, following the company’s record-breaking 2025 performance. According to Dyke, the year concluded with $15.2 billion in revenue and $2.4 billion in gross profit. Watch the full segment here. 

How accountability, responsibility drive success in top-performing teams
In high-performance organizations, excuses are met with little tolerance. According to leadership expert Dave Anderson, in high-performance cultures, employees are expected to take responsibility for results. On the latest episode of Lessons in Leadership, Anderson emphasizes the 12th trait of successful cultures, which maintain a very low threshold for the acceptance of excuses. Watch the full segment here.