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Jan. 23, 2026 | Tesla launches robotaxis without safety monitors; F&I cash deal

Tesla finally launches robotaxi rides without safety monitors in Austin, years after Elon Musk’s predictions. VW renames the ID4. Plus, Automotive News’ John Huetter explains why cash buyers still present opportunities for finance and insurance products despite lower profits.

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  Feb. 7, 2026 | Weekend Drive: NADA 2026 wrap-up; UAW-VW deal

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  February 6, 2026 | Cox Automotive's Steve Rowley on AI revolution; Toyota …

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  Feb. 5, 2026 | Meet Megan and Lauren: dealership AI avatars; UAW, VW reach…

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  Feb. 4, 2026 | NASCAR champ Joey Logano on Ford dealership partnership; J.…

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  Feb. 3, 2026 | Hyundai, Kia set January sales records; Chrysler CEO Chris …

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  Feb. 2, 2026 | Dealers worry about economy ahead of NADA Show; Bosch cuts …

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  Feb. 1, 2026 | Bonus Episode: MADD’s Stephanie Manning on impairment tech …

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  Jan. 31, 2026 | Weekend Drive: Tesla ditches Model S/X; 2026 NADA preview

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  Jan. 30, 2026 | Tesla-SpaceX merger talk; car buyer satisfaction

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  Jan. 29, 2026 | Tesla axes Model S and Model X; why kei cars are “doomed” …

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  Jan. 28, 2026 | MADD pushes impairment tech mandate; GM cuts Oshawa shift

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  Jan. 27, 2026 | Ancor CEO: “Data is king”; Hyundai, Kia face new disadvant…

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  Jan. 26, 2026 | Trump threatens Canada with 100% tariffs; AWS on AI timeli…

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  Jan. 25, 2026 | Bonus Episode: Lincoln President Joaquin Nuño-Whelan on gr…

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  Jan. 24, 2026 | Weekend Drive: Trump reloads trade chaos; Lincoln's growth…