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JULY 16, 2025






1.

Manheim Detroit Showcases Scale Amid Industry Uncertainty

Manheim is scaling EV capabilities as it positions itself as the industry’s go-to EV resale partner.

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2.

Going Down - EV Prices Fall
AutoDealer Today explains the latest Cox Automotive report on EV sales, prices.

3.

PHEVs Pose Cost Challenges for Automakers, Customers Alike

As BEV demand slows, some automakers are adding PHEVs to their lineups thinking they will be easier to sell. But they cost more to make and to buy than standard hybrids.

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4.

New AI Vehicle Inspection Tool Arrives in U.S.

U.S. insurers and dealers now have access to advanced AI tools that detect hidden vehicle damage, already popular in Europe and Israel.

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WardsAuto Podcast: Industry Disruption from Iacocca to Trump With Auto Industry Legend Jim Press

In this week’s episode, Host David Kiley has an extended chat with longtime auto executive Jim Press. Press, started out at Ford with Lee Iacocca, went on to run Toyota’s U.S. operations through its biggest expansion, and worked at Chrysler when Cerberus owned the brand. Today, he advises companies navigating the current age of disruption.

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