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July 10, 2026 | Cox Auto’s Erin Keating on the real affordability story; VW to cut half its lineup
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- Automotive News Daily Drive
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- Jul 10, 2026
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- 1436
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Summary
Cox Automotive Executive Analyst Erin Keating pushes back on the conventional wisdom that new cars are unaffordable and makes the case for why fixed operations may be the most underutilized profit engine at dealerships right now. Volkswagen Group is planning to slash its 150-model lineup by up to half. Plus, a look at why the Infiniti QX65 might be the brand’s most important model in 2026.