# used car (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 3 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover used car. Page: Feed: --- ## [Wisconsin prosecutor declines to charge Musk in election bribery investigation](https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2026/08/25/elon-musk-will-not-be-charged-over-allegedly-bribing-wisconsin-voters-2025/) _2026-08-25 · Ian Duncan · Business_ The tech titan last year had offered voters a chance at a $1 million prize. ## [Canada announces retaliatory tariffs on U.S. products as trade war deepens](https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2026/08/25/canada-issues-retaliatory-tariffs-up-50-percent-us-imports/) _2026-08-25 · Riley Beggin · Business_ Canada announced new tariffs of up to 50 percent on hundreds of American goods in retaliation for U.S. tariffs that took effect last week. Starting Sept. 8, Canada will double tariffs on American steel and aluminum to 50 percent and impose tariffs on around 700 other products. ## [United Airlines announces its largest expansion of international routes](https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2026/08/25/united-airlines-adds-international-routes-toulouse-milan-okinawa-more/) _2026-08-25 · Liam Scott · Business_ The airline will have new routes from Dulles International Airport to Toulouse, France, and Milan. ## [Target ‘deeply sorry’ for children’s Halloween costume compared to blackface](https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2026/08/25/target-apologizes-pulls-halloween-costume-criticized-racist/) _2026-08-25 · Aoife Walsh · Business_ The retailer has stopped selling the “circus clown” costume after it was criticized by social media users for resembling racist caricatures. ## [Squeezed by tariffs and Iran war, farmers say they face a new crisis](https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2026/08/25/farmers-say-they-face-new-crisis-trumps-tariffs-iran-war-raise-costs/) _2026-08-25 · Jarrell Dillard · Business_ The president's policies are driving up prices for fertilizer, fuel and machinery. Meanwhile, a campaign to deliver emergency farm aid has stalled on Capitol Hill. ## [Bessent unveils sweeping new Iran sanctions but delays toughest blow](https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2026/08/24/bessent-unveil-economic-d-day-sanctions-against-iran/) _2026-08-24 · Riley Beggin, David J. Lynch, Aoife Walsh · Business_ The treasury secretary said Trump is contacting other world leaders to demand their support for the “economic asphyxiation” of the Iranian regime but he declined to say which countries and gave no deadline for action. ## [Trump announces tariffs on Canadian vehicles, steel in escalation of trade war](https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2026/08/24/trump-announces-tariffs-canadian-vehicles-steel-escalation-trade-war/) _2026-08-24 · David J. Lynch · Business_ President Donald Trump offered no additional details about the levies, but he said they would take effect Jan. 1 — leaving time for the two sides to resume negotiations. ## [Trump’s new tariffs on Canada will hit everything from whisky to hockey sticks](https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2026/08/22/trumps-new-tariffs-canada-will-hit-everything-whisky-hockey-sticks/) _2026-08-22 · Amy B Wang, Rachel Lerman · Business_ An array of imports are subject to the new 50 percent tariffs. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has called them “a miscalculation” and vowed to match them “dollar for dollar.” ## [As debt surpasses $40 trillion, the bill for Washington spending comes due](https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2026/08/22/debt-surpasses-40-trillion-bill-washington-spending-comes-due/) _2026-08-22 · David J. Lynch, Steve Thompson · Business_ Decades of free spending have run up a $40 trillion national debt. But this week's bond market sell-off suggests Washington may soon be compelled to make some long-deferred, and politically unpalatable, choices that will leave few Americans unscathed. ## [Need a budget fix? My new video podcast can help.](https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2026/08/22/need-budget-fix-my-new-video-podcast-can-help/) _2026-08-22 · Michelle Singletary · Business_ Sign up now to appear on The Washington Post’s vodcast, Dollars and Sense with Michelle Singletary. ## [Anthony Ettinger on LinkedIn (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/40WCsus0d9tj) _2026-08-22 · **Sponsored**_ Public LinkedIn profile at linkedin.com/in/anthonyettinger. ## [No deal reached in U.S.-Canada trade talks as 50 percent tariffs take effect](https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2026/08/22/new-50-percent-tariffs-canada-go-into-effect-after-deal-with-us-falls-through/) _2026-08-22 · Rachel Lerman · Business_ Canada said it would match the new tariffs “dollar for dollar.” ## [Pentagon fires Stars and Stripes leaders who criticized DOD’s interference](https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2026/08/21/pentagon-fires-stars-stripes-leaders-who-criticized-dods-interference/) _2026-08-21 · Scott Nover, Liam Scott · Business_ The Defense Department earlier this year railed against the publication, which has long enjoyed editorial independence, as “woke.” ## [Why Trump is focused on ground beef prices](https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2026/08/22/why-trump-is-focused-ground-beef-prices/) _2026-08-21 · Julie Z. Weil · Business_ The price of beef has climbed this year while other grocery prices have leveled out. ## [Used-car results of public retailers exemplify ‘divergence’](https://www.autoremarketing.com/ar/retail/used-car-results-of-public-retailers-exemplify-divergence/) _2026-08-21 · Auto Remarketing Editor Joe Overby · Get Automotive News & Industry Insights | Auto Remarketing_ They may have faced similarly challenging environments in the second quarter, but the six publicly traded dealership groups had earnings results that “varied wildly,” according to the Q2 2026 Public Auto Retailer Results analysis from The Presidio Group. And while the report delves into the wide spectrum of operational results, “one of the clearest examples of divergence” \[…\] The post Used-car… ## [YASSI opens technology innovation center in Chicago](https://www.autoremarketing.com/ar/technology/yassi-opens-technology-innovation-center-in-chicago/) _2026-08-21 · Nick Zulovich · Get Automotive News & Industry Insights | Auto Remarketing_ The latest move in this summer’s notable development push by Yotta Automated Software Solutions (YASSI) is a physical location in the Windy City. This week, the enterprise vehicle intelligence platform opened its technology innovation center in Chicago, extending the company’s investment in the infrastructure and people behind its growing national platform. Located at Two Prudential \[…\] The post… ## [Cox Automotive recognizes technician excellence in Top Tech Finals](https://www.autoremarketing.com/ar/wholesale/cox-automotive-recognizes-technician-excellence-in-top-tech-finals/) _2026-08-21 · Auto Remarketing Editor Joe Overby · Get Automotive News & Industry Insights | Auto Remarketing_ Cox Automotive recently hosted its 2026 Top Tech Finals, bringing the top technicians from the company’s Cox Fleet and Manheim business units for an annual skills competition for technical excellence. Nearly 900 technicians participated in the initial qualifier exam, then competitors went through five regional competitions throughout the U.S., competing in light/medium-duty, heavy-duty and trailer… ## [JD Power 2026 U.S. Tech Experience Index reinforces consumer desire for ‘simpler’ vehicles](https://www.autoremarketing.com/ar/analysis/jd-power-2026-u-s-tech-experience-index-reinforces-consumer-desire-for-simpler-vehicles/) _2026-08-21 · Nick Zulovich · Get Automotive News & Industry Insights | Auto Remarketing_ Carfax recently highlighted how “less complex vehicles” topped its reliability rankings. Findings from the JD Power 2026 U.S. Tech Experience Index (TXI) Study released on Thursday reinforced why those vehicles would be viewed so favorably. Amid growing complaints about screen overload in today’s vehicles, JD Power’s research found that owners are most satisfied with the \[…\] The post JD Power 2026… ## [Alfa Romeo and DS name top dealers at Prestige Awards](https://www.motortradenews.com/dealer-insights/alfa-romeo-and-ds-name-top-dealers-at-prestige-awards/) _2026-08-21 · Dylan Robertson · Motor Trade News_ Stellantis &You Leicester won Retailer of the Year for both brands. ## [Vauxhall named Official Vehicle Partner of Rali Ceredigion](https://www.motortradenews.com/industry-market-news/vauxhall-named-official-vehicle-partner-of-rali-ceredigion/) _2026-08-21 · Dylan Robertson · Motor Trade News_ The brand will provide a fleet of 10 support vehicles for the safety and organisation teams. ## [Bowker Motor Group to open LEPAS dealer in Blackburn and Preston](https://www.motortradenews.com/dealer-insights/bowker-motor-group-to-open-lepas-dealer-in-blackburn-and-preston/) _2026-08-21 · Milly Standing · Motor Trade News_ The Preston dealership will operate from its temporary location on Channel Way while plans continue for a permanent site. ## [AI publishing with human taste (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/NITrp6nGwmMb) _2026-08-21 · **Sponsored**_ Convert AI research into blogs, podcasts, and newsletters with optional human review. ## [New car interest and ad volumes up ahead of plate change – Autotrader](https://www.motortradenews.com/industry-market-news/new-car-interest-and-ad-volumes-up-ahead-of-plate-change-autotrader/) _2026-08-21 · Dylan Robertson · Motor Trade News_ With average discounts rising to 10.5%, up from 9.8% in August 2025, Autotrader said the industry is well-placed for a strong September. ## [Dealers turning to older cars due to ex-fleet stock shortage – Indicata](https://www.motortradenews.com/used-cars/dealers-turning-to-older-cars-due-to-ex-fleet-stock-shortage-indicata/) _2026-08-21 · Dylan Robertson · Motor Trade News_ Indicata found that fleets have been extending vehicle contracts, leading to a shortage of three to four-year old vehicles. ## [How a failed project could help solve the world’s biggest energy need](https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2026/08/21/how-ai-energy-crisis-revived-failed-nuclear-project/) _2026-08-21 · Evan Halper · Business_ Former SpaceX engineers think a long-dormant nuclear reactor experiment is key to meeting the power needs of data centers. ## [What it took to finally build housing on some of the nation’s most in-demand land](https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2026/08/21/treasure-island-abandoned-island-san-francisco-is-finally-being-redeveloped/) _2026-08-21 · Julie Z. Weil · Business_ Who gets to choose what a brand-new neighborhood in one of the nation's most housing-constrained cities should look like? It's taken San Francisco almost 30 years to figure it out. ## [Some school supplies got costlier after tariffs. Parents are feeling the pinch.](https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2026/08/21/some-school-supplies-got-costlier-after-tariffs-parents-are-feeling-pinch/) _2026-08-21 · Julie Z. Weil · Business_ Some studies suggest the costs of back-to-school shopping are higher this year than last year. ## [Jaguar tops JudgeService brand loyalty survey, Land Rover follows](https://www.motortradenews.com/dealer-insights/jaguar-tops-judgeservice-brand-loyalty-survey-land-rover-follows/) _2026-08-21 · Dylan Robertson · Motor Trade News_ 79% of Jaguar buyers stayed with the brand after switching dealership, despite it not having sold new cars since late 2024. ## [N.Y. Times loses defamation suit brought by college basketball player](https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2026/08/20/ny-times-loses-defamation-suit-brought-by-college-basketball-player/) _2026-08-21 · Scott Nover · Business_ A 2023 article incorrectly reported that former University of Alabama basketball player Kai Spears was present at a deadly shooting. ## [Copart aims for whole car operations to ‘increase dramatically,’ including through M&A](https://www.autoremarketing.com/ar/wholesale/copart-aims-for-whole-car-operations-to-increase-dramatically-including-through-ma/) _2026-08-20 · Auto Remarketing Editor Joe Overby · Get Automotive News & Industry Insights | Auto Remarketing_ Copart — and most any publicly traded company in the auto industry, for that matter — doesn’t typically hold conference calls between their regularly scheduled quarterly earnings calls with the investment community. But this year is a little different for the online vehicle auction company. On June 29, Copart announced a CEO transition, under which \[…\] The post Copart aims for whole car operations… ## [FDA upgrades recall of frozen berries to highest-risk warning](https://www.washingtonpost.com/health/2026/08/20/fda-upgrades-recall-frozen-berries-highest-risk-warning/) _2026-08-20 · Amy B Wang · Business_ The packaged fruits were shipped to Publix stores in eight states. ## [Here’s what’s behind the bond market roller coaster](https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2026/08/20/whats-behind-bond-market-roller-coaster/) _2026-08-20 · David J. Lynch, Steve Thompson · Business_ An unusual effort to head off rising borrowing costs made early gains in slowing yields, but the market fears that the Trump administration’s economic policies may be exacerbating the country’s $40 trillion debt. ## [CLI-first decentralized GPU compute (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/BWQQaloA5lyj) _2026-08-20 · **Sponsored**_ Pay workers or run your GPU for FFmpeg transcode and AI inference. ## [Walmart posts weakest growth in years, a worrying sign of inflation-weary Americans](https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2026/08/20/walmart-posts-weakest-growth-years-worrying-sign-inflation-weary-americans/) _2026-08-20 · Rachel Lerman · Business_ Walmart posted weak earnings Thursday, while Target and other major retailers reported strong sales this week, offering a mixed picture of the American consumer. ## [Stars and Stripes publisher announces departure with a parting shot at Pentagon](https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2026/08/20/democrats-sound-alarm-about-new-leader-uniform-stars-stripes/) _2026-08-20 · Liam Scott, Scott Nover · Business_ An active-duty Navy captain was placed in leadership ahead of the publisher's resignation, sparking fears that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth might gain control of the newspaper prized for its independence. ## [COMMENTARY: The sales recovery is real, and the inventory problem is, too](https://www.autoremarketing.com/ar/analysis/commentary-the-sales-recovery-is-real-and-the-inventory-problem-is-too/) _2026-08-20 · Nick Zulovich · Get Automotive News & Industry Insights | Auto Remarketing_ The automotive industry got some welcome news in the second quarter of 2026. New-vehicle sales rebounded 14% after a sluggish start to the year. Inventory tightened modestly, and several new model launches helped bring shoppers back into the market. Good news, certainly. But it doesn’t tell the whole story. Nearly half of all new vehicle \[…\] The post COMMENTARY: The sales recovery is real, and the… ## [Brindley Group opens dedicated Genesis dealer in Cannock](https://www.motortradenews.com/dealer-insights/brindley-group-opens-dedicated-genesis-dealer-in-cannock/) _2026-08-20 · Dylan Robertson · Motor Trade News_ The dealership has a dedicated customer lounge area, intended to reflect 'Son-nim', the Korean approach to hospitality. ## [Carwow to support 76-plate launch with marketing campaign](https://www.motortradenews.com/marketing-digital/carwow-to-support-76-plate-launch-with-marketing-campaign/) _2026-08-20 · Dylan Robertson · Motor Trade News_ Dealers that took part in Carwow's previous September plate-change campaign saw a 24% increase in factory order enquiries. ## [Chery boosts warranty following dealer, aftersales feedback](https://www.motortradenews.com/news/chery-boosts-warranty-following-dealer-aftersales-feedback/) _2026-08-20 · Dylan Robertson · Motor Trade News_ Alternators, brake calipers, catalytic converters, fuel injectors, and oil pumps now benefit from seven years and 100,000 miles of cover. ## [RAW Charging opens RHS Garden Wisley hub, offers free charging to celebrate](https://www.motortradenews.com/news/raw-charging-opens-rhs-garden-wisley-hub-offers-free-charging-to-celebrate/) _2026-08-20 · Dylan Robertson · Motor Trade News_ The hub, located near the M25's Junction 10, has a total of 32 charge points, split between eight 50kW chargers and 24 22kW chargers. ## [Smaller cars offer more opportunities for dealers, finds Revive!](https://www.motortradenews.com/aftermarket-workshop/smaller-cars-offer-more-opportunities-for-dealers-finds-revive/) _2026-08-20 · Milly Standing · Motor Trade News_ Smaller cars like the Mini Cooper and Ford Fiesta presented the highest percentage sale price increases on properly prepped cars. ## [Close Brothers becomes bronze partner of Club Doncaster](https://www.motortradenews.com/industry-market-news/close-brothers-becomes-bronze-partner-of-club-doncaster/) _2026-08-20 · Milly Standing · Motor Trade News_ As a bronze partner, Close Brothers Motor Finance will work with Club Doncaster to support its wider community ambitions. ## [Volkswagen offers £1,000 off new cars in End of Summer Sale](https://www.motortradenews.com/industry-market-news/volkswagen-offers-1000-off-new-cars-in-end-of-summer-sale/) _2026-08-20 · Dylan Robertson · Motor Trade News_ The sale is offered across the Volkswagen car range, except for the ID. Polo, ID. Cross, ID.3 Neo and Golf GTI EDITION 50. ## [Why one highway exploded this summer — and why many more are at risk](https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2026/08/20/why-its-been-tough-summer-americas-roads-rails/) _2026-08-20 · Todd Frankel · Business_ Hotter summers are wreaking havoc across transportation infrastructure. One solution: Paint everything white. ## [Conversational AI can boost EV confidence, says Keyloop](https://www.motortradenews.com/electric-vehicles/conversational-ai-can-boost-ev-confidence-says-keyloop/) _2026-08-20 · Dylan Robertson · Motor Trade News_ Keyloop said that the primary barrier to EV uptake is confidence, not cost, and that consumers are reluctant to ask questions in face-to-face interactions. ## [RAC Warranty boosts Scratch and Dent coverage, reports strong demand](https://www.motortradenews.com/aftermarket-workshop/rac-warranty-boosts-scratch-and-dent-coverage-reports-strong-demand/) _2026-08-20 · Dylan Robertson · Motor Trade News_ The cover will now contribute up to £250 towards motor insurance excess, if the customer decides to claim via insurance. ## [Gateway2Lease appoints Jade Bickerton as sales director](https://www.motortradenews.com/new-appointments/gateway2lease-appoints-jade-bickerton-as-sales-director/) _2026-08-20 · Dylan Robertson · Motor Trade News_ Bickerton previously ran her own consultancy firm, where she supported SMEs with growth plans. ## [U.S. debt hits $40 trillion faster than forecasters expected](https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2026/08/19/united-states-debt-surpasses-40-trillion/) _2026-08-19 · Steve Thompson · Business_ The landmark number was reached in part because of lost revenue from invalidated tariffs. ## [Used EV sales soar 10% in July amid greater supply & higher gas prices](https://www.autoremarketing.com/ar/analysis/used-ev-sales-soar-10-in-july-amid-greater-supply-higher-gas-prices/) _2026-08-19 · Auto Remarketing Editor Joe Overby · Get Automotive News & Industry Insights | Auto Remarketing_ Used electric vehicle sales climbed more than 10% year-over-year in July and supply is becoming more plentiful, according to the EV Market Monitor Report released Monday by Cox Automotive. There were 36,810 used EV sales last month, Cox said in the report, beating year-ago figures by 10.1% and surpassing June by 7.9%. While Tesla continues \[…\] The post Used EV sales soar 10% in July amid greater… ## [COMMENTARY: Used cars, new fraud](https://www.autoremarketing.com/ar/analysis/commentary-used-cars-new-fraud/) _2026-08-19 · Auto Remarketing Editor Joe Overby · Get Automotive News & Industry Insights | Auto Remarketing_ Criminals don’t rely on fake pay stubs or forged signatures when they walk into your dealership anymore. They’re using synthetic identities. They’re generating STIPS with AI. They’re recruiting straw buyers, creating fake employers, and stacking loans. Modern day fraudsters are sophisticated, organized, and harder to spot. The fraud you thought you knew is gone. So \[…\] The post COMMENTARY: Used… ## [COMMENTARY: The power of omnichannel for customer loyalty](https://www.autoremarketing.com/ar/analysis/commentary-the-power-of-omnichannel-for-customer-loyalty/) _2026-08-19 · Auto Remarketing Editor Joe Overby · Get Automotive News & Industry Insights | Auto Remarketing_ What is omnichannel and why is it essential for you? Omnichannel is how the whole dealership communicates with its customers. It’s about creating a consistent customer experience across all parts of the dealership, from sales to service, to phone calls and in-person interactions. It becomes the lifeline to encourage your consumers to continue engaging (and \[…\] The post COMMENTARY: The power of… ## [Dealer group news: M&A + automotive technician training in California](https://www.autoremarketing.com/ar/retail/dealer-group-news-ma-automotive-technician-training-in-california/) _2026-08-19 · Auto Remarketing Editor Joe Overby · Get Automotive News & Industry Insights | Auto Remarketing_ Sutherlin Automotive Group has acquired the top Kia dealership in Orange County, Calif.: Car Pros Kia Huntington Beach. The sale was announced by Kerrigan Advisors, which advised the seller, Car Pros Automotive Group, in the transaction. In addition to being the automaker’s No. 1 store in Orange County last year, Car Pros Huntington Beach was \[…\] The post Dealer group news: M&A + automotive… ## [ACV & Super Dispatch target more flexibility for carriers via expanded partnership](https://www.autoremarketing.com/ar/wholesale/acv-super-dispatch-target-more-flexibility-for-carriers-via-expanded-partnership/) _2026-08-19 · Nick Zulovich · Get Automotive News & Industry Insights | Auto Remarketing_ Super Dispatch and ACV Transportation expanded their partnership on Wednesday in a move meant to give auto transport carriers more flexibility in how they manage vehicle shipments. According to a news release, carriers can now choose to manage loads via ACV Transportation directly within Super Dispatch, eliminating duplicate data entry while allowing ACV and its \[…\] The post ACV & Super Dispatch…