CBT Live

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CBT Live is CBT News' daily show for auto dealers who want to stay ahead of the industry, not just react to it. Airing weekdays at noon ET, hosts talk with dealer principals, OEM leaders, and industry experts about the trends, numbers, and decisions moving the car business right now.

Episodes

  1. 1d ago

    Fuel Rules, VW's Reset, and Skipped Maintenance

    On today's CBT Live, Jim and Bridget cover the Trump administration's fuel-economy rollback, Hyundai's four-year sales low after strikes in South Korea, and new data on dealership employee turnover. Then Cody Lusk, President & CEO of AIADA, joins to discuss the Connected Vehicle Security Act and the fight over Chinese vehicles in the U.S. Later, Andy Guelcher, Owner & Dealer Principal of Mohawk Chevrolet and Cadillac of Englewood Cliffs, talks back-to-back Chevrolet Dealer of the Year wins and rebuilding a Cadillac store out of bankruptcy.

  2. 2d ago

    $20M GM Lawsuit, Toyota Tariffs, and Tech Loyalty (08.31.26)

    Jim and Bridget Fitzpatrick cover a $20M lawsuit against GM, Toyota and Honda's exposure to Canadian tariffs, a study on tech and brand loyalty, and Honda-Nissan's renewed tech partnership. Plus: Michael Gaiter (Hoover Volkswagen Lithia Springs) on AI and the future of the GM role, and Jason Becknell (CBT News) on the Slate Truck vs. Ford Fathom affordable EV pickup race.

  3. 3d ago

    Canada vs. Trump, Toyota Dips, and Driver Cameras (08.28.26)

    Jim and Bridget Fitzpatrick cover U.S.-Canada tariff talks, Toyota's July sales dip, new drowsy-driving camera research from NHTSA, rising gas prices, and a viral robot world-record clip. Plus: Bradley Hoffman (Hoffman Auto Group) on his family dealership's expansion into Vermont, and John Fitzpatrick (Force Marketing) on dealer marketing trends, AI, and the Labor Day push.

  4. Aug 27

    Chinese Cars, Hybrids, and The Dealer of 2050 (08.27.26)

    Jim and Bridget Fitzpatrick cover a new report on Americans' openness to Chinese-made vehicles, Hyundai's hybrid push, a 2050 outlook on dealership ownership, and the Flock Safety data privacy debate. Plus: Rhett Ricart (Ricart Automotive) on his Ford Lifetime Achievement Award, NADA, and affordability, and Shannon Robertson (AFIP) on the FTC's latest moves and what they mean for dealers.

  5. Aug 26

    Canada hits back, Honda, and AI Warnings (08.26.26)

    Jim and Bridget Fitzpatrick cover Canada's retaliatory tariffs, Honda's potential new U.S. plant, a sixth straight month above 16 million SAAR, the China-built Lincoln Corsair, and Bill Gates on AI and the future of work. Plus: Mike Maroone (Maroone USA) on affordability, EVs, and Carvana, and Leigh Ann Converse (CDK) on turning dealership data into results with AI.

  6. Aug 25

    Tariffs, Fixed Ops, and Toyota vs. GM (08.25.26)

    Jim and Bridget Fitzpatrick cover new 50% tariff threats on Canadian autos, Toyota's push toward the U.S. sales crown, a generational shift among dealership owners, and a JD Power study on vehicle tech overload. Plus: Cox Automotive Chief Economist Jeremy Robb on the economy and car buyer trends, and Rohrman Automotive Group CEO Ryan Rohrman on customer data, Amazon Autos, and the modern dealership experience.

  7. Aug 25

    Canada, FTC, SAAR, and Bridget is back! (08.24.26)

    Jim and Bridget Fitzpatrick launch CBT Live with a look at the week's top dealer news, US-Canada trade talks collapsing, a $4M FTC settlement against a Nissan dealer, and strong August sales and buy-sell numbers. Plus: Tully Williams (Nilo Company) on hitting 70% service retention, and Steve Greenfield (Automotive Ventures) on where AI takes the dealership next.

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About

CBT Live is CBT News' daily show for auto dealers who want to stay ahead of the industry, not just react to it. Airing weekdays at noon ET, hosts talk with dealer principals, OEM leaders, and industry experts about the trends, numbers, and decisions moving the car business right now.

Information

  • Creator
    CBT News
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    7
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 CBT News
  • Show Website
    CBT Live