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Scenes From CES 2026

Boston Dynamics’ Atlas from the CES 2026 show floor.

The future of automotive was revealed (again) at the recently concluded CES consumer electronics show. Can anyone say futuristic?

Chip Shortage Seen in Auto Industry

Anticipated chip undersupply would most affect advanced driver-assistance and autonomous driving systems and cockpit systems that rely heavily on computations, especially in higher-end models. -...

Analyst’s report shows chip makers for advanced systems have prioritized fast-growing and more lucrative artificial-intelligence customers, forcing automakers to pivot quickly.

January Auto Sales Chilled

Retailer profit per unit is forecast at $2,148 this month, down about 3% year-over-year, though up 11% from December’s holiday rush period. - Pexels/Vraj Shah

The month is set to be off last year, J.D. Power predicts, though its full-year outlook is less gloomy, and dealer profits are up despite the odds.

Traffic Trends Worsen for Some

Los Angeles cityscape at night

TomTom reviewed nearly 500 major cities around the world for its annual Global Traffic Index, finding that congestion levels and travel time ticked up in some cities.

EV Charger Maker Raises Profile

Los Angeles-based EVgo partners with retailers, ride-share operators and autonomous auto companies to deploy its infrastructure. - EVgo

Major public charging infrastructure provider has joined the influential Alliance for Automotive Innovation auto industry trade group, the first in its niche to join.

Dealership AI Use on the Rise

Fifty-seven percent of dealership personnel reported using AI in some capacity as part of their jobs. - Canva

The most common artificial intelligence applications in automotive retail include customer communications, scheduling, reporting, marketing content and handling of online leads.

2026 Consumer Priorities Revealed

man holding up car keys

The Global Automotive Consumer Study shows that U.S. car shoppers value in-person dealership visits, crave more affordability, and are still hesitant about EV adoption.

Kia Trumpets Banner Year

Sales of Kia's Telluride midsize crossover rose 7% last year. Its second generation is scheduled to arrive soon at dealerships. - Kia

2025 U.S. sales broke brand records despite the pressure of U.S. tariffs on imports, smaller models and electrified vehicles leading the surge.

Driving America Forward

Vintage convertible driving along a desert highway, capturing the freedom and cultural impact of early American car travel.

As America turns 250, explore how the automotive industry shaped jobs, culture, innovation, and mobility from Detroit assembly lines to today’s EV era.