The U.S. Auto market for electric vehicles has experienced a period of upheaval, but a precipitous sales drop doesn’t capture the entire story of its current reality. While EV sales dropped 27 percent through the early part of 2026-new research out of the University of California, Davis Institute of Transportation Studies determined demand alone only […]
Ford Is Ramping Up Production, But Can Sales Keep Up With the Bigger Push?
Ford Motor Company is increasing production while facing a mixed sales picture across its major vehicle segments. August results showed overall declines in some tracking periods, while trucks, SUVs, hybrids, and selected passenger vehicles continued to find strong demand. The phase-out of the Escape and changing performance across Ford’s lineup have also influenced the company’s […]
Ford’s Sales Numbers Reveal a Surprising Story
Numbers look kind of bad on the surface, at first read. You hear the titans of industry, the like of the Ford Motor Company, declare a 10.3% decrease in sales during the second quarter for its U.S. Division, and the headlines write themselves. Talking heads take the lectern; analysts frown thoughtfully at their graphs. I’ve […]
China’s Car Market Signals a Deeper Economic Shift
China’s auto industry is in for a rude shock. The falling sales of traditional vehicles in the world’s largest auto market may indicate far broader economic shifts rather than just a cyclical slump as new energy vehicle sales soar. The newest forecast from China Passenger Car Association put a total of 1.52 million retail sales […]
Volkswagen Scraps Sales Goal, Plans Deep Cuts Amid China Pressure
Volkswagen embarks on the most turbulent time in the history of the company and announces a sweeping reform that can assure its viability in the years to come. The German giant has also scrapped the ambitious revenue growth target for 2026 due to immense pressure from Chinese competitors and ever-increasing costs. VW’s recent earnings highlight […]
Jeep’s Uphill Battle: Inside Its Sales Slump and Comeback Plan
Jeep has long been regarded as one of America’s most recognisable automotive brands, earning its reputation through decades of producing rugged SUVs capable of tackling everything from city streets to challenging off-road terrain. For many drivers, the Jeep badge represents freedom, adventure, and durability. However, even iconic brands are not immune to changing market conditions, […]
US New-Car Sales to Grow in June Despite Affordability Pressures
Midway through 2026, America’s car market seems calm at first glance until you look harder. June should bring slightly higher sales numbers, though underneath, things aren’t so smooth thanks to spotty buyer interest, changing habits, and last year’s rule changes still causing ripples. On the outside, movement forward feels consistent; in truth, it’s more like […]
China’s Gas Car Sales Plummet as EVs Dominate Market
The entire automotive sector across the world is witnessing a paradigm shift, and the hub of this transformation is none other than China. What is happening in the largest auto market in the world is not just a ripple or a minor slowdown; it is a fundamental restructuring that will reshape how we purchase cars, […]
Toyota Confronts Global Headwinds After Record-Breaking Sales Year
The modern automotive industry is heading toward the most turbulent times it has seen in modern history. No longer can an automaker simply try to compete with a superior engine, an attractive body design, or a robust dealer network. Automakers now have to operate in an environment of Geopolitical conflict, trade restrictions, supply chain re […]
EV Sales Hit a Roadblock at American Car Dealerships
The car market is experiencing a time which is thrilling and uncomfortable simultaneously. On paper the figures tell a very strong narrative, that is electric cars have passed a significant milestone and in one year more than a million cars have been sold in the United States. Such growth is normally an indication of a […]