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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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Mitsubishi shadow line-up

News•by Hannah Mitchell•August 25, 2026

Mitsubishi Unveils U.S. Plan

The automaker announced a strategy that includes an expanded lineup and dealership presence, along with more ‘rugged’ and electric models.

Mechanic holding a vehicle diagnostic device while standing above an open car hood

News•by Hannah Mitchell•August 24, 2026

Recalled Vehicles Hit 5-Year High

Though the number of events has fallen so far this year, impacted units are up significantly. Meanwhile, regulators consider consumer notification changes.

Photo of a woman's hand gripping a steering wheel with the dashboard display in the background

News•by Hannah Mitchell•August 20, 2026

A Lingering Auto Tech Divide

Automakers still struggle to hit consumers’ sweet spot, hanging onto the despised touchscreen and adding other complex systems while simple, effective details hit the mark.

Cars from the rear on a Shanghai freeway

News•by Hannah Mitchell•August 19, 2026

China as Pacesetter

Automotive leaders huddled on where North America stands in the global picture and how it can strengthen its position against the Asian juggernaut’s surging industry.

Joel Kansanback standing on green backlit stage at Agent Summit

Articles•by Hannah Mitchell•August 18, 2026

Get Ahead of the Change

A strong culture, among other things, will be a key differentiator for auto dealerships as the market speeds ahead to new heights, says industry veteran Joel Kansanback.

A rear view of a red Hyundai Elantra

News•by Hannah Mitchell•August 17, 2026

Used Lots Getting the Business

Many consumers are seeking out the units to save money, and the demand – higher in July than normal – is keeping supply limited and prices up.

Orange BMW car on empty road.

News•by Hannah Mitchell•August 14, 2026

BMW Concept Car Makes Fuel to Burn

The prototype developed in concert with a South Carolina university engineering team generates more solar energy than it uses in a typical daily commute.

A fan of $100 bills sitting on a white envelope

News•by Hannah Mitchell•August 12, 2026

July Was Hot for Auto Borrowers

Credit proved readily available for many, but most loans left buyers in negative territory, Cox Automotive said.

Photo of wildfire smoke against a horizon with several white emergency vehicles parked at the end of a road

News•by Hannah Mitchell•August 6, 2026

Wildfires Present Auto-Care Opportunity

Protection products provider points out the damage the destructive events can wreak on vehicles, even over long distances.

Photo of woman counting cash with a calculator sitting on a desk in front of her

News•by Hannah Mitchell•July 30, 2026

Consumers Mixed on Economy, Finances

A July survey shows spotty sentiment of current and future conditions, in addition to demographic differences as overall opinion of present circumstances kept sliding.