Rising vehicle prices, high interest rates and shifting consumer habits are testing dealers across the country in ways few other industries face today. For an outside perspective on how to navigate that pressure, retail automotive turned to one of the most recognized dealmakers in business. CBT News attended the NAMAD 2026 Conference, held this August in Miami Beach. There, CBT News co-founder Jim Fitzpatrick sat down with Daymond John, known widely as “The People’s Shark,” in front of a group of NAMAD dealers and vendors to get his read on the state of automotive retail today. Sign up for CBT News’ daily newsletter and get the latest industry stories…
