NTSB faults Ford BlueCruise, VW dealer lawsuit moves forward, UAW oversight costs top $25.3M

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NTSB faults Ford BlueCruise after two fatal crashes, calls for stricter oversight. Read More

Federal judge partially allows dealer lawsuit against Volkswagen to proceed. Read More

UAW federal oversight costs exceed $25.3 million as investigations intensify. Read More

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Featured Interviews

Industry braces as Volkswagen Scout lawsuit tests limits of dealer franchise agreements
Dealers across the country are keeping a close eye on the Volkswagen–Scout class action lawsuit, and for good reason. On today’s episode of CBT Now, we’re joined by Len Bellavia, Founding Partner of Bellavia Cohen, the law firm leading the case on behalf of VW dealers nationwide, to break down what’s happening and why it matters for the dealer network. Watch the full segment here. 

Building a culture where input from all levels matters
On the latest episode of Lessons in Leadership, Anderson delves into the 14th defining characteristic of highly successful cultures. He suggests that this trait is built on leaders who actively cultivate open and robust communication with team members across all levels. These leaders solicit and welcome feedback, new concepts, and critiques of current practices, ultimately using these diverse viewpoints to guide well-informed decisions. Watch the full segment here.