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The touchscreen only displays song lyrics when the vehicle is parked but lets passengers control the experience via smartphone while in motion.

Carter Myers CEO Liza Borches discussed her start in service and parts and why it remains her passion on the ‘Trailblaze Your Path' podcast.

Car dealerships might see higher demand from consumers following the Federal Reserve's decision Sept. 18 to cut its benchmark rate target 0.5 points, according to Edmunds.

As a result of a stop-sale, VW is pausing ID4 production in Chattanooga with some employees set to be furloughed.

Retailers at a meeting with CEO Jim Rowan in South Carolina got to drive the battery-powered Volvo EX90 crossover.

A Massachusetts dealership can pursue claims that Nissan North America's sales performance metrics and use of volume-based sales incentive programs were arbitrary and unfair, a federal judge ruled.

Automated driving systems in a Volvo and Tesla increased complacency, even among experienced drivers.

Japanese electronics giant Sharp introduces its first concept vehicle, an all-electric people mover that envisions a mobile workspace or children's playroom powered by artificial intelligence.

To improve service department culture, listen and engage with staff to build their trust.

The Tesla-designed North American Charging Standard connector will be built into future GM electric vehicles.

The customer blamed a faulty hood latch for a crash and wanted an Arkansas dealership to repair his vehicle for free.

The protest is the latest chapter between VW and Audi dealers in Illinois and VW Group of America regarding warranty work payments.

U.S. Steel CEO David Burritt expressed confidence the proposed acquisition of the storied U.S. company by Japanese steelmaker Nippon Steel will go through despite political opposition.

While 51 percent of new-vehicle buyers said it was 'very important' to meet someone from the service department, only 37 percent did, according to a recent survey.

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Remember electric vehicle maker Bollinger's big, brawny off-road vehicles? The ones that launched the brand almost eight years ago? Well, the first Bollinger trucks rolling out of a suburban Detroit plant this week look nothing like those. Bollinger Motors' pivot — and the launch of its first salable Class 4 electric trucks for fleet customers — is nearly as remarkable as the Bollinger B4's tight 44-foot turning radius. It will be interesting to see whether Bollinger's move to commercial fleet vehicles pays off. We'll have more on Bollinger's progress this week.

Toyota refreshed its Sienna minivan for 2025, and while the biggest change is invisible, it might be a lifesaver: The automaker will debut its updated advanced rear-seat reminder as a standard feature on all trim levels of the updated minivan, employing a millimeter-wave radar emitter concealed above the headliner to detect heartbeats and breathing of passengers who might have been inadvertently left in the vehicle after it has been turned off. The mostly passive safety system can even grow progressively less so if it detects an occupant and the driver does not respond to notifications.

Be sure to catch our livestream at noon Sept. 18 from Ford's Newlab building in Detroit near Michigan Central Station. The livestream can be viewed on our LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube accounts. Central Station COO Carolina Pluszczynski will join Executive Editor Jamie Butters and Staff Reporter Michael Martinez to discuss startup culture and innovation in personal transportation.

Also make sure to check out our stories on the updated Buick Enclave and ABB Robotics' precision paint robot.

That's it for today. Have a great rest of your day.

Michigan Central Station COO Carolina Pluszczynski will join Executive Editor Jamie Butters and Staff Reporter Michael Martinez.

Amid rising demand for two-tone roofs, manufacturing facilities use ABB's robot to streamline production and reduce costs.

With the redesigned 2025 Enclave crossover, Buick has a fully overhauled product lineup and is seeking to generate brand awareness and customer consideration.

Bollinger Motors' pivot — and the launch of its first commercial Class 4 electric trucks for fleet customers — is nearly as remarkable as the Bollinger B4's tight 44-foot turning radius.

The 2025 Toyota Highlander 25th Edition will debut at dealerships in November and is limited to 2,500 vehicles.