TrueCar updates to give shoppers flexibility

The third-party vehicle listings site is introducing new shopping tools and a rebranded identity designed to win over consumers.

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Automakers quit the monthly sales reporting game

First it was Tesla, and then GM, that balked at the tradition of reporting sales results every month. The rest of the U.S. industry is now following suit.

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CarMax eyes insight from Edmunds

With its $50 million investment, CarMax will get more insight into vehicle listings and other aspects of the shopping process as it continues to roll out an omnichannel retail strategy.

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Nissan dealers sour on selling new

Nissan dealers asked the factory for years to tone down incentive selling. The automaker has obliged -- but now many retailers are unprofitable.

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Lincoln bests BMW, Audi and Mercedes-Benz in residuals

Lincoln's residual values have surpassed German luxury brands, a significant milestone. Here's how the Ford brand did it.

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At BMW, flexible architecture is a must

The German automaker launched a purpose-built electric vehicle with the i3, which arrived in 2013. Since then, the strategy has shifted.

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Auto industry friend or foe? Amazon walks a thin line

Automakers and suppliers are hesitant to give Amazon too much control over in-vehicle technology, auto retailing and other aspects of their business.

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