U.S. Energy Department Finalizes Loan for GM Battery Venture

The U.S. Energy Department finalized a $2.5 billion loan to a joint venture of General Motors Co. and LG Energy Solution for three lithium-ion battery cell manufacturing facilities.
https://www.fi-magazine.com/369578/u-s-energy-department-finalizes-loan-for-gm-battery-venture?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

AutoNation Picks Up Mobile Repair Service

RepairSmith acquisition boosts its offerings and opens up new customer opportunities.
https://www.fi-magazine.com/369585/autonation-picks-up-mobile-repair-service?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

Dealers Not Keen on Today’s Auto Market

First-quarter Cox index remains down, but the second-quarter outlook is better.
https://www.fi-magazine.com/370276/dealers-not-keen-on-todays-auto-market?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

Get Past the Roadblocks: In a Hurry

In this video, Joe Porter with the Automotive Training Academy by Assurant helps you overcome the “In a hurry” roadblock that you often see at your dealership.
https://www.fi-magazine.com/370278/get-past-the-roadblocks-in-a-hurry?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

Mitsubishi Gets More Aggressive on Electrification

Brand plans completely electrified lineup by 2035, including work with alliance partner Renault.
https://www.fi-magazine.com/370285/mitsubishi-gets-more-aggressive-on-electrification?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

Ford Ups EV Investment

Production increased on popular models as it looks to boost its electrified market share.
https://www.fi-magazine.com/370287/ford-ups-ev-investment?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

F-150 Lightning MotorTrend’s Truck of the Year

Magazine cites in part the model’s appeal to existing truck owners.
https://www.fi-magazine.com/369588/f-150-lightning-motortrends-truck-of-year?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger