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They’re the Slowest-Selling Cars, But Corporate Expects Dealers to Sell 25% More
After seven consecutive years of declining U.S. sales, Stellantis is asking the impossible of its dealer network: sell 25% more vehicles in 2026. The ambitious target comes at a time when the automaker’s brands dominate the wrong kinds of headlines, from the slowest-selling cars in America to the bottom of the reliability rankings.
At the recent NADA Show, Stellantis executives announced they’re targeting retail sales of 1.15 million vehicles this year, according to Automotive News. In a flat or slightly declining market, hitting that 25% gain means clawing back serious market share from competitors. Retail sales chief Jeff Kommor told Automotive News that the company just wants to get back to where it was three years ago, before former CEO Carlos Tavares drove it into the ground. Tavares left just over a year ago.
But here’s the problem: Stellantis vehicles aren’t moving off dealer lots.
According to CarEdge data, Stellantis brands like Jeep, Dodge, Maserati, and Alfa Romeo have taken at least three of the ten spots in the slowest-selling cars rankings for eight months straight. In February, the Jeep Grand Wagoneer sits in second place with 463 days of market supply. Only the Volkswagen ID.4 has more inventory sitting around. The Dodge Charger and Maserati Grecale also made the list.
This puts dealers in an impossible spot. As Sean Hogan, chairman of the Stellantis National Dealer Council, told Automotive News, if the “customer doesn’t passionately love your product, it’s not going to sell.” That’s a product problem, not a dealer problem.
So what happened? Why did customers stop buying Jeeps and Dodges?
Reliability is a huge issue. Consumer Reports ranks Jeep dead last in reliability out of 31 brands. Dead last. Dodge, Alfa Romeo, and Chrysler all sit in the bottom quartile too. When buyers can’t trust a vehicle to stay out of the shop, they go somewhere else.
Then there’s pricing. The Ram 1500 Laramie now starts at $63,625 with destination fees. That’s up 45% from $43,675 just five years ago. The Ram 1500 Limited has jumped 30% since 2021 alone. The Jeep Grand Wagoneer, America’s second-slowest selling vehicle, averages $85,200. Who would’ve guessed a decade ago that a Jeep would cost $85,000?
The lineup just isn’t what it used to be. Stellantis killed off most of the V8s and Hemi engines that made Dodge and Ram famous. Yes, there are rumors they’re coming back, but the damage is done. The electric Dodge Charger bombed so badly it basically turned the 2023 gas Charger and Challenger into instant classics.
Stellantis is trying. New CEO Antonio Filosa wants to repair dealer relationships, and there’s a product refresh coming. Examples include the redesigned Jeep Cherokee and gas-powered Dodge Charger Sixpack. They’ve bumped up advertising money for dealers, too, raising local contributions from $250 to $400, according to Automotive News.
But new ads and a couple fresh models won’t fix reliability problems, sky-high prices, and damaged brand reputation overnight. Kommor says dealers are “equipped to make that happen,” noting that 1.15 million is less than what they sold from 2019-2022. True, but those years had different products with more affordable prices.
Stellantis dealers have some challenges ahead. They know you can’t get a 25% sales increase when your inventory sits for over a year without selling. Until corporate fixes the actual product and pricing problems, it will be tough for dealer efforts alone to close that gap.
Will Chinese cars enter the U.S. market in 2026? This expert says it’s possible
A prominent venture capitalist believes we’ll see Chinese automakers announce their U.S. market entry this year. Steve Greenfield, general partner at Automotive Ventures, says the most likely path involves partnerships with existing American automakers through joint ventures. With the current tariff and policy environment are certain headwinds, automakers could decide that the benefits to their businesses outweigh the challenges.
These collaborations could benefit both sides: Chinese manufacturers get access to the lucrative U.S. market, while legacy automakers gain critical insights into how their competitors are building vehicles faster and cheaper than anyone else.
Here’s why at least one financial figurehead thinks it’s just around the corner, and which Western automakers could have an appetite for such a move.
Steve Greenfield’s Bold Prediction
Speaking at the American Financial Services Association Vehicle Finance Conference, Greenfield laid out a scenario where Chinese brands partner with U.S. automakers to build cars domestically with American workers. The real prize? Access to Chinese manufacturing insights.
“As the Chinese did to us 20 years ago over in China, we need to figure out how they’re building cars faster and cheaper,” Greenfield told Automotive News. If legacy automakers can learn these techniques through partnerships, “they’re actually going to be more healthy as a result.” Greenfield’s comments were first reported in Automotive News.
Why? Survival of the Fittest
The stakes are high. Chinese automakers have already captured significant global market share, and Greenfield warned that struggling legacy brands face a real threat. For manufacturers that can’t compete, the Chinese auto industry “is going to drive bankruptcies,” he said. “The weakest will die.”
China’s automotive industry has a fundamental advantage: they built their entire sector from scratch using modern techniques learned from global partners. The result? Vehicles that are “dramatically better” at their price points, according to Greenfield.
And with the promise of quality cars under $20,000, Chinese manufacturers could solve America’s affordability crisis—assuming they can navigate tariffs and find the right partners to enter the market.
So, Who Could It Be?
Which legacy automakers are most likely to partner with a Chinese automaker as soon as this year to bring a new, mass-market, affordable car to the U.S.? At this point, we can only speculate. But we do have some clues.
Ford?
In 2024, Ford CEO Jim Farley’s daily driver was a Xiaomi SU7, a car he openly admitted he “didn’t want to give up.” Why did he drive a Chinese car for six months? It’s common for automakers to sample their competition, but could it have been the start of something more?
Here’s why that’s unlikely: Farley himself has become a close ally of the White House, taking part in events with President Trump as recently as December. With the ‘America First’ push of the current administration, it’s highly unlikely that Ford will do a 180 and partner with a Chinese competitor—at least in the current automotive environment. Besides, Ford has recent wins from the deregulation of fuel economy standards, which helps them sell their most profitable vehicles: full-size trucks.
Nissan?
Nissan’s global sales are down 41% from their peak in 2017. In the U.S., Nissan has fared about the same, seeing sales fall 42% in that same period. And unsurprisingly, Nissan is running out of cash. After a possible partnership with Honda fell through last year, could Nissan be the surprise gateway for Chinese automakers to enter the U.S. market? Possibly. They certainly have the incentive to change how they sell cars—and to do so quickly.
A European Giant?
One more possibility is through a European behemoth like Volkswagen Group, Mercedes-Benz, or BMW. European OEMs have a few years of experience battling Chinese car brands for market share on their home turf, something American automakers lack. VW’s sales have been essentially flat so far this decade as competition from the likes of BYD, XPeng, and Nio makes dominating the European market tougher. Now, 1 in 10 cars sold in Europe is made by a Chinese brand.
German legacy brands BMW and Mercedes-Benz are also possibilities. What better way to innovate rapidly than to bring the best of China’s luxury auto segment to the West through a partnership? It’s not likely, but it’s possible. After all, Mercedes’ global sales volume fell by 9% in 2025.
The Bottom Line
We’ll keep an eye out for any hints or suggestions from automakers. Perhaps Greenfield’s speculation isn’t rooted in concrete facts. But as a venture capital veteran, he’s likely on to something. He’s made a very successful career out of following the money—and being right.
The Best Toyota Deals in February: New RAV4, Camry, and Tacoma Offers Announced
Toyota’s February deals have just arrived. With Presidents Day sales now in focus, we’ve gathered the best offers from America’s most popular car brand. Don’t expect zero-percent financing or zero-down lease deals, since Toyota’s strong sales mean they don’t usually need big incentives to sell cars. With their reputation for reliability and the best resale value, Toyotas sell themselves.
Still, some of these offers are better than expected. Note that all Toyota offers expire on March 2, 2026, and may vary by region. Here are the best Toyota deals in February.
Toyota Corolla
Lease the 2026 Corolla LE from $209/mo for 39 months with $3,999 due at signing. See offer details.
The Corolla is a budget commuter’s dream. Great fuel economy, a reliable powertrain, and modern features make it a popular choice even after the downfall of sedans. That’s why this offer is special. This is one of the cheapest lease deals in February, period.
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Toyota Camry
Lease the 2026 Camry LE from $289/mo for 39 months with $3,999 due at signing. See offer details.
America’s best-selling sedan is seeing more discounts as more drivers shift to crossovers. That’s great news for anyone in the market for a reliable, affordable Toyota.
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Toyota RAV4
Finance the all-new 2026 RAV4 with 5.99% APR for 72 months, or lease the outgoing 2025 model from $329/mo for 36 months with $3,999 due at signing. See offer details.
For 2026, the RAV4 is getting its first major overhaul since 2019. Although it’s now better than ever, don’t expect big manufacturer incentives for the most popular crossover in America. Toyota sold 480,000 copies last year.
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Toyota Tacoma
Lease the 2026 Tacoma from $289/mo for 39 months with $3,999 due at signing. See offer details.
The redesigned Tacoma delivers best-in-class off-road capability, and now comes with an optional hybrid powertrain. Despite no notable upgrades for 2026, the higher Tacoma trims will now cost you several hundred dollars more.
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Toyota Tundra
Finance the 2025 Tundra at 0.99% APR for 72 months, or the 2026 Tundra at 2.99% APR for 72 months. The 2025 i-FORCE MAX hybrid is also eligible for $5,000 in cash incentives. See offer details.
The Tundra is known as one of the most reliable full-size trucks on the market, but it’s not cheap. Prices have increased by about $500-$1,000 for the 2026 model year. Save the most by opting for the low-APR financing offer for the 2025 model.
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Toyota bZ
Get $6,500 in lease cash on the 2026 Toyota bZ. See offer details.
Toyota’s all-electric SUV was renamed and greatly improved for the 2026 model year. The bZ now features faster charging, quicker acceleration, better infotainment, and more range.
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How to get the best Toyota deal
On the hunt for the best Toyota deal in February? Be sure to shop the deals. Toyota simply doesn’t offer the magnitude of manufacturer incentives that other brands do. Why? They don’t need to! Toyota models consistently rank among the fastest-selling cars in America. But that doesn’t mean you should let your guard down.
Always be on the lookout for unwanted add-ons or dealer markups, even at well-regarded Toyota dealerships. Check out our simple (and free) guide on what fees to look out at the dealership. No matter how popular the 2026 RAV4 or TRD Pro Tacoma becomes, you should never agree to markups or forced add-ons. Remember, if it’s taxable, it’s negotiable!
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10 Best Presidents Day Car Deals: Zero-Down Leases and 0% APRs
Presidents Day deals have arrived, and one thing is clear: it’s still a buyer’s market. With inventory levels trending higher and 700,000 leftover 2025 models sitting on dealership lots, Presidents Day car deals are perfect for any driver looking to save big on aging inventory. We dug through all of the February manufacturer incentives to find the 10 best offers today. Check them out below.
2026 Tesla Model Y
Best Deal in February: 0% APR for 72 months, or $0-down lease offer for the Model Y Standard Rear-Wheel Drive
The Model Y is still the best-selling EV in America, but as incentives wane and sales slow, Tesla is bringing out their best financing incentives ever. Just beware of steep depreciation when buying new. In fact, it’s smart to check used Tesla listings before committing to a new purchase.
2026 Hyundai Santa Fe
Best Deal in February: 0% APR for 60 months, and no payments for 90 days. The 2026 Hyundai Tucson is also eligible.
Hyundai is offering interest-free financing on two popular SUVs for Presidents Day 2026. As competition with Toyota, Honda, and even American behemoths like Ford heats up, Hyundai is offering bigger and better incentives.
This offer expires on March 2, 2026. See offer details.
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2026 Nissan Rogue
Best Deal in February: 0% APR for 60 months for the Rogue, as well as the 2025 Pathfinder and 2026 Murano
Nissan continues to fight hard to win back market share previously lost to Toyota, Honda, Kia, and Hyundai. In February, Nissan is offering zero-percent financing for three popular SUV models.
This offer expires on March 2, 2026. See offer details.
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2025 Ford F-150 STX
Best Deal in February: $0-down lease, $479/month for 36 months
The best-selling vehicle in America is now available with no money down. Ford’s zero-down lease on the F-150 STX is the best pickup truck lease in February. The STX comes well-equipped with features like the 2.7-liter turbocharged V6 engine.
Prefer to buy rather than lease? The Ram financing deal below is right up your alley.
This offer expires on March 2, 2026. See offer details.
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2026 Ram 1500
Best Deal in February: 0% APR for 60 months, or 0% APR for 72 months for the 2025 Ram 1500
Ram is back with the best full-size truck financing deal for Presidents Day. This offer applies to the 2026 model, but if you’re open to a leftover 2025 Ram, zero percent financing extends to 72 months. That’s six years of free financing!
This offer expires on March 2, 2026. See offer details.
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2026 Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid
Best Deal in February: Kia is offering 0% APR financing for 48 months for the 2026 Sportage PHEV, or lease it from $269/month for 24 months with $3,999 due at signing.
Not ready to go all-electric? Take baby steps with zero percent financing for four years with the Sportage plug-in hybrid. Depreciation can be steep with any PHEV, so the lease option is a great option, too.
This offer expires on March 2, 2026. See offer details.
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2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Best Deal in February: Lease the 2026 Silverado 1500 LT 4WD from just $379/month for 36 months with only $1,709 due
Although Ford’s F-150 lease deal is even better, Chevy loyalists will have a hard time beating this Silverado lease deal with little money due at signing. It’s a great offer for those who want a full-size pickup without owning it long term. Depreciation can really sneak up on truck owners, but leasing is an easy way around that.
This offer expires on March 2, 2026. See offer details.
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2025 Ford Bronco Sport
Best Deal in February: This zero-down lease for the 2025 Bronco Sport Big Bend 4×4 starts at $385/month for 36 months with just the first month due at signing.
The off-road capable crossover segment has gotten crowded in recent years. Now, Ford is fighting to reclaim market share with a zero-down lease deal for the Bronco Sport Big Bend.
This offer expires on March 2, 2026. See offer details.
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2025 Ford Explorer
Best Deal in February: Lease the Explorer Active 4WD from $499/month for 36 months with $1,498 due at signing
Ford’s best-selling family SUV is available for a dirt-cheap lease in early February, as long as you don’t mind a 2025 model.
This offer expires on March 2, 2026. See offer details.
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2026 BMW X3
Best Deal in February: 1.9% APR for 60 months
In early 2026, BMW has more inventory than they’re used to. In order to move the metal, they’re offering a rare low-APR offer on a top-selling model in the entry-level luxury market, the 2026 BMW X3 xDrive.
This offer expires on March 2, 2026. See offer details.
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Presidents Day Car Sales Are Here
Last month’s huge sales showed that automakers are desperate to sell remaining 2025 models. If you don’t mind a car that has already seen many moons on the dealership lot, these older models will certainly present the biggest chances for negotiating a deal. Without a doubt, it’s still a buyer’s market in February 2026.
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Minivans Are Making a Comeback For All the Right Reasons
After debuting way back in the 1984 model year, minivans have seen their share of ups and downs. But in 2026, the minivan is enjoying a North American renaissance, finding new uses and attracting different types of buyers.
In the United States, 2025 sales were up 20% to 395,352, more than a quarter of which (110,006) were Chrysler Pacificas. In Canada, the growth was even more impressive. Automakers sold 42,377 minivans in Canada in 2025, up 34% over the previous year, according to Automotive News.
A dominant family vehicle in the 1980s and ’90s, minivans became a niche segment, representing less than two percent of the new-vehicle market in recent years.
What’s Driving the Minivan Revival?
Chrysler CEO Chris Feuell told Automotive News that after double-digit surges in the first six months of 2025, minivan sales “settled into a more normal pace in the second half of the year.”
Feuell said Stellantis provided additional marketing and sales support in an effort to boost North American sales. Throughout much of 2025, CarEdge Best Deals featured low-APR financing offers for the Pacifica and recently resurrected Voyager.
Feuell said Stellantis slowed the pace of the assembly line in Windsor for about six weeks “until we got a better understanding of how the tariffs were going to be impacting the business.”
“It allowed us to restore the inventory levels to healthier levels and improve our mix and thus improve our turn rates,” she said.
Toyota Sienna Sales Surge
Automotive News reports that Toyota Sienna sales rose 35% to 101,486 in the U.S. last year, where the Sienna trailed only the Pacifica. The Honda Odyssey finished third in the U.S., up 10% to 88,462 sales.
Toyota Canada Director of Product Planning, Sales and Inventory Planning and Marketing Rebecca Wu said a minivan’s versatility makes it a popular choice among consumers.
“Think about the benefits of a van,” she said. “A lot of our customers are using it for outdoor activities and sometimes it might even be for their families. But sometimes it’s even for home improvement projects.”
Costly SUVs Are Pricing Out Families
SUV prices have steadily climbed since 2021, with three-row options outpacing overall car price inflation. As once-mainstream options like the Suburban and Expedition become more associated with luxury pricing, families looking to pack into a single vehicle have turned to minivans like the Chrysler Pacifica, Toyota Sienna, and Kia Carnival.
The rise of hybrid minivans has also changed the minivan’s reputation from gas guzzler to economical, Earth-friendly choice. Toyota’s hybrid Sienna is also available with all-wheel drive, a combination northern families would have once only dreamed of. For 2026, the hybrid Toyota Sienna gets up to 36 miles per gallon. Ten years ago, the Sienna was good for just 21 miles per gallon. Times are changing!
Minivans Are Officially Cool Again
From the spaceship vibes of the Kia Carnival to the heavily modified minivans of YouTube, it’s clear that three rows are no longer just for huge, budget-minded families. Recent industry announcements show there’s more to come.
In August, Stellantis unveiled the Chrysler Pacifica Grizzly Peak Concept, which it called “the Ultimate Adventure Minivan.” Think AWD, a lifted suspension, and off-road tires.
Even luxury brand Genesis is playing with the idea of getting into the minivan game. They recently shared their Jet On Wheels minivan concept, which would be as shocking as the Cybertruck if it ever made it to production. Don’t count on it, though—it’s considered a design experiment. Still, the fact that Genesis is thinking about minivans shows how far we’ve come from the Chryslers of the ’90s.
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