Jan. 13, 2026 | Separating auto tech hype from reality; Honda dealers revolt over Sony

Automotive News

13 January 2026

PwC’s CJ Finn discusses how to separate hype from reality at CES 2026 as artificial intelligence dominated nearly every automotive announcement. Honda dealers call on the automaker to end its partnership with Sony, calling the Afeela electric vehicle “an albatross” that bypasses franchised dealerships. Plus, U.S. inventory holds steady near 3 million units.