The Truth About Cars

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Ford introduced its tiered dealer program nearly twelve months ago, splitting stores interested in selling electric into “Model e Certified Elite” and “Model e Certified.” In exchange, dealers are given access to demo vehicles and a factory guarantee for limited EV allocations.&

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The Truth About Cars

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Last week, Ford CEO Jim Farley asked a group of dealers for some open and honest feedback while promising to spend the next few weeks visiting showrooms. However, the latest from the North American Dealers Association (NADA) meeting makes it sound like the relationship may still be dicey. This isn’t exclusively a Ford problem, however.

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Electrek

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Plus, solid-state batteries and a brand-new, affordable EV from Kia on todays rapidly escalating episode of Quick Charge ! It was a rough weekend for TSLA as public protests of CEO Elon Musk and his actions at DOGE overwhelm Tesla showrooms as calls from shareholders to fire Americas most powerful immigrant grow louder.

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The Truth About Cars

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

dealer network is none too pleased with the manufacturer and looks to be blaming CEO Carlos Tavares. The National Dealer Council has sent an open letter to the executive and it doesn’t pull any punches. Dealers want more investments to go toward clearing out older inventories and developing new models that would help boost sales.

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The Truth About Cars

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Andrew Hoffman, professor of sustainable enterprise at the University of Michigan, recently spoke with Automotive News to that effect. "It In dealers' cases, an event such as Helene might cause insurance companies to seek further storm-proofing of a dealership property to protect vehicle inventory. "We're

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The Truth About Cars

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

A recent survey, conducted by Automotive News , has indicated that automotive dealerships are still broadly dissatisfied with the Biden administration’s strategy to force the United States to pivot toward all-electric vehicles. As for dealers, there’s some amount of disagreement as to what’s holding EVs back.

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Teslarati

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Volkswagen is suing a German car dealer for importing the China-exclusive ID.6 In 2022, German car dealer Gregory Brudny offered the Volkswagen ID.6 6 vehicles built by FAW-VW from an authorized VW dealer in China. 6 vehicles built by FAW-VW from an authorized VW dealer in China. 6 electric vehicle (EV) into Germany.

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Electrek

APRIL 28, 2022

According to KBB , the average transaction price for a new electric vehicle increased by 1.8% Hopefully that uptick will be reversed with an expected increase in supply, thanks to Chevrolet resuming Bolt production as well as a number of affordable EV models set to arrive at dealerships between now and the end of the year.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

Investments in the new Tennessee and Kentucky battery plants are planned to be made via BlueOvalSK, a new joint venture to be formed by Ford and SK Innovation, subject to definitive agreements, regulatory approvals and other conditions. —Jim Farley, Ford president and CEO. Earlier post.)

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Electrek

JULY 5, 2024

A Nissan dealer in Colorado is practically giving 2025 Nissan Leaf leases away – who said EVs weren’t affordable?

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Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 4, 2022

The intention is to make the company’s two electric car offerings more attractive to consumers, especially those that are looking for an affordable alternative to a gasoline-powered car. The new 2023 pricing (2022 pricing in parenthesis) includes the mandatory $995 destination fee. News: 2020 Chevrolet Bolt To Get 259 Miles of Range.

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CleanTechnica EVs

APRIL 21, 2023

The used car market plays a crucial role in providing affordable vehicles for people, especially those who can’t afford ever-rising new car prices. While buying a new car can be a dream for many, it is often unaffordable due to the high price tag and the insane dealer markups we often see these days.

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The Truth About Cars

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Dealers have complained about slow sales due to the hulking SUVs’ MSRPs, while Jeep’s parent company, Stellantis, has seen a sales slump across the board. The automaker is hoping to stop the bleeding with lower prices for Jeep’s flagship SUVs, but the move doesn’t make them significantly more affordable.

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Electric Vehicles India

APRIL 10, 2023

Affordable priced EV with connected display: MG Comet EV We already know that MG Motor India is working to bring affordable electric vehicles (EVs) to the Indian market soon. The car is marketed as Tata’s affordable competitor to its Tiago EV electric car model. That said, MG will sell this car at an affordable price.

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The Truth About Cars

APRIL 2, 2024

Analysts told Automotive News that Ford has seen Mach-E sales triple since the changes, bringing its significant dealer inventory down by nine percent. Ford aims to address the problem with its internal skunkworks team’s project to develop a more affordable EV, but there’s no word on when the effort will deliver a new vehicle.

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EV Central

MAY 26, 2024

READ MORE: Smart SUV previews bigger, bolder Mini rival Instead, Smart’s new range will be both imported and distributed via an independent channel, with LSH Auto Australia said to be behind the brand’s return. In 2021 the group reportedly sold more than 12,000 new and used vehicles.

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The Truth About Cars

JULY 2, 2024

While its vehicles aren’t “cheap,” Tesla offers two of the most affordable EVs on sale today. Dealer supply also played a role, and automakers are offering more incentives for EVs than before. Get the latest news, features, TTAC takes, and everything else that gets to the truth about cars first by subscribing to our newsletter.

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Electric Vehicles India

MARCH 11, 2023

Here are the top 5 best and most affordable electric cars in India in 2023. List of Top 5 best and affordable electric cars in India in 2023 PMV EaS E Tata Tiago EV Citroen eC3 Tata Tigor EV Tata Nexon EV Prime PMV EaS E PMV Electric has launched its EaS-E electric vehicle in India with nearly 6,000 pre-orders worldwide.

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Electrek

MAY 30, 2024

Scooter Doll reviews Chevy’s new, affordable Equinox 5-passenger crossover, Volkswagen’s US dealers don’t think the company’s flagship ID.7

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Baua Electric

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Mercedes is now paying dealers up to $3,000 for every EV they sell until the end of the year. As part of its new Q4 2024 EQ Sales Challenge, the company is giving dealers a good reason to move EVs off the lot. Mercedes is looking to turn things around with a new dealer incentive to drive EV sales.

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Baua Electric

AUGUST 15, 2024

Ford is doubling down on plans to launch low-cost EVs after showing dealers several new renderings. Ford shows dealers possible upcoming low-cost EVs Ford’s new platform for low-cost EVs is no longer a secret. The dealers were shown several images of new EVs, including sedans, crossover SUVs, and pickups.

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The Truth About Cars

JULY 19, 2024

Volvo is having trouble getting new EVs off the production line and onto dealers’ lots. The automaker recently delayed the launch of the small, affordable EX30 due to “changes in the global automotive landscape,” but it now appears that the flagship EX90 will experience similar issues. Images: Volvo] Become a TTAC insider.

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The Truth About Cars

AUGUST 7, 2024

Small, affordable cars are almost completely gone from the U.S. The hatchback variant started at just over $18,000, and the sedan at just over $19,000, a far cry from the almost $50,000 average new car price in America. It’s also expected to get the boot after 2025, though, so time is running out on cheap cars in America.

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The Truth About Cars

MAY 22, 2023

A recent study from KPMG found that most people are interested in buying an EV, but many cite affordability as a hurdle to ownership.& KPMG’s global automotive sector leader, Gary Silber, told Automotive News that “a lot of people are excited about the opportunity, but I don’t know how many people can afford it.”

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Teslarati

JANUARY 27, 2025

About 61% of current EV owners and 56% of those who were planning to buy an electric car noted that they were open to purchasing an EV from Chinese manufacturers instead, as noted in a Car Dealer Magazine report. They are affordable and good quality. Don’t hesitate to contact us with news tips.

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The Truth About Cars

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Though the SUV is getting a cheaper starting price, the most affordable LE model won’t arrive until the first half of 2025, while the more expensive XLE trim will hit dealers’ lots this December. Get the latest news, features, TTAC takes, and everything else that gets to the truth about cars first by subscribing to our newsletter.

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EV Central

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Pricing of the 2025 Geely EX5 has been leaked revealing the new Chinese mid-size SUV will become Australia’s most affordable mid-size battery-electric SUV when it lands in dealers this March. Owners will also score a year’s free public fast-charging with Evie, capped at 1000kWh.

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The Truth About Cars

APRIL 8, 2024

What's weird is I don't have many memories of driving an Eclipse, though I almost certainly drove a few used ones during my dealer days. No matter -- the idea of an affordable front-drive sport coupe is one that always appeals to me, and while there are still some cars on the market that fit the bill, there aren't that many.

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The Truth About Cars

MARCH 22, 2024

The publication purchased a Blazer EV for long-term testing and noted that it had worked fine since a dealer installed a planned software update. The Blazer EV is still expensive after the price cuts, and Chevy missed its price targets for the Equinox EV, so GM’s stable is notably empty of affordable electric models.

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Teslarati

JULY 31, 2024

According to a Mercedes dealer, over 50% of CLA buyers are new to the brand. “A CLA crossover would give Mercedes a price-competitive answer to Tesla — and potential Chinese automakers — in a segment dominating 80 percent of new-car sales in North America,” said the Mercedes dealer.

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The Truth About Cars

AUGUST 14, 2024

The K4 is stepping in to replace the Forte in Kia’s catalog, but it will remain one of the most affordable new cars in the country. Kia recently announced pricing for the all-new 2025 K4, and the list of standard equipment for the money is impressive, at least in the context of today’s car prices.

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Baua Electric

JUNE 25, 2024

New Delhi: Readywire , a new AI-driven cloud ERP solution provider, is focusing on the MSME sector , targeting automobile dealerships. The company aims to make ERP solutions more accessible and affordable for smaller businesses, particularly in a segment that generally lacks comprehensive technological support.

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The Truth About Cars

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

From CarBuzz : Some Reddit users believe the dealer is unwilling to carry out the repair. By presenting owners with ridiculous quotes, they will likely be put off and search for an alternative (or purchase a new car). An "affordable" battery swap may still be $10,000 several years from now.

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The Truth About Cars

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

After several years of swelling vehicle prices and tragically lean inventories, the market has reached a point where dealer lots are getting full and consumers are becoming disinclined to go into quite so much debt in order to purchase a new automobile. It's bad news for the company. elections play out.

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The Truth About Cars

OCTOBER 22, 2024

A survey conducted by Santander Holdings USA, attempting to probe the status of middle-class households over the last twelve months, has reported that over half are actively delaying new-vehicle purchases. But the cost isn’t limited to rising car prices and swollen interest rates. Buying a house costs more upfront and incurs property taxes.

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The Truth About Cars

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Automotive News recently conducted a series of interviews with Mercedes retailers. From Automotive News : Mercedes retailers interviewed by Automotive News blame their bloated stockpiles on the product and on the brand's unwillingness to respond to increased competition with sales programs.

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The Truth About Cars

OCTOBER 28, 2024

The affordable Impreza sells at a far slower pace than other models but isn’t exactly welded to showroom floors. The 2025 Subaru Impreza is produced in Japan and will begin arriving at dealers later this year. Far better is the 11.6-inch A moonroof is optional; don’t bother if you’re over six feet tall or have a long torso.

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