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Hannah Mitchell

Executive Editor

Hannah Mitchell is executive editor of Bobit's Dealer Group, which includes Auto Dealer Today, F&I and Showroom, Agent Entrepreneur, and Providers & Administrators publications.

A former daily newspaper journalist, she honed her craft covering politics, business, and more for publications that included the Charlotte Observer and the Orange County (Calif.) Business Journal. She holds a master’s degree in journalism from Columbia University, and her first car was a hand-me-down Chevrolet Nova.

Learn more about Mitchell in this video below!

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Two businessmen shaking hands in front of a vehicle

News•by Hannah Mitchell•September 8, 2026

First-Half Dealership Deals Up

Buy-sell activity shows that acquirers are looking for value and scale as many retailers seek to leave an increasingly competitive and complex market, Kerrigan Advisors reports.

Kia Niro SUV in gold color parked outdoors

News•by Hannah Mitchell•September 1, 2026

Kia Closes Out Summer With a Bang

Its U.S. subsidiary broke multiple records in August, in part due to a surge of demand for hybrids models.

Three men standing in front of two classic cars handing off gift.

News•by Hannah Mitchell•August 25, 2026

Texas Dealership No Longer in the Family

The Ford store, a longtime cornerstone of the Houston market, is now part of one of the fastest-growing U.S. auto groups.

Red Honda Civic hybrid sedan on two lane road with green hills in background

News•by Hannah Mitchell•August 21, 2026

August Auto Sales a Mixed Bag

An early forecast shows strong business despite consumer hurdles, and hybrids are a big piece of their affordability coping strategy.

EV charger inserted into dark-colored car port

News•by Hannah Mitchell•August 18, 2026

EV Market Humming Along

July sales show steady growth as the segment stabilizes from last year’s artificial surge following pullback of federal support.

Laptop computer open on desk with empty chair behind it

News•by Hannah Mitchell•August 11, 2026

AI in the Dealership

A Cox Automotive poll shows most dealers use it, but only some have found the smartest ways to adapt the surging technological sensation.

Photo of blue Toyota Prius parked next to body of water with city skyline in background

News•by Hannah Mitchell•August 5, 2026

The Cheapest Hybrids to Fuel

The powertrain is increasing in popularity, in no small part due to its fuel economy. A new report lists the most efficient hybrids on the market.

Photo of gray SUV plugged into public electric-vehicle charger in parking lot

News•by Hannah Mitchell•July 21, 2026

World EV Adoption Set to Grow

A new report says the segment, despite recent setbacks in some regions, is poised for acceleration as many countries look to reduce pollution.

Light-blue Fiat car parked on a sunny Chicago street

News•by Hannah Mitchell•July 14, 2026

Smaller Is Looking Better

A growing number of Americans in the market for a new vehicle are opting for more affordable options, not waiting for market stability to bite the bullet.

Photo of Honda CR-V SUV on two-lane road next to roadside trees

News•by Hannah Mitchell•July 1, 2026

Auto Affordability in Context

Cox Automotive points out the complex circumstances that have led to eye-popping vehicle prices.