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May 24, 2026

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Hannah Lutz

Synthetic motor oil shortage threatens dealership service lanes and new-vehicle production

The U.S. war with Iran has disrupted Group III base oil imports needed to make synthetic motor oil. Nissan and Toyota are rationing supplies to dealerships while others stockpile inventory.

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Dan Shine

Out-of-state car deals require dealerships to master varying laws and regulations

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Paige Hodder

2027 GT 4-Door Coupe sings Mercedes-AMG’s EV ambitions. Will customers listen?

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Jack Walsworth

Honda launches Super-One retro EV hot hatch, eyes UK, Australia, Asia exports in electric lineup build-out

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Naoto Okamura

 

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