OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE CHICAGO AUTOMOBILE TRADE ASSOCIATION

2025-2026 Pub. 3 Issue 2

Economists Expect Another Strong Year for Auto Retail

Favorable Conditions Across Both the New- and Used-Car Markets Sustain Dealer Profitability

2025 turned out to be a solid year for auto retailers, with profitability steady even as Q1’s strong sales softened over the balance of the year.

Economists Expect Another Strong Year for Auto Retail

Favorable Conditions Across Both the New- and Used-Car Markets Sustain Dealer Profitability

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The Power of Partnership

How One Minority Dealer Is Growing His Vision

Success in the automotive industry is rarely achieved in isolation. For Michael Manning, a minority dealer with over 27 years of experience, his journey from a small East Texas town to owning and managing multiple dealerships has been shaped by hard work, strategic partnerships and a commitment to excellence.

The Power of Partnership

How One Minority Dealer Is Growing His Vision

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