IJR News — today's news from every sideLuxury Cars Show Steep Depreciation, Mazda Lowers PriceAuto — Sep 5, 2026Luxury Mercedes-Maybach models, including the GLS600 and S680, are trading at surprisingly low used-car prices relative to their high original MSRP, underscoring steep depreciation but creating strong value for well-equipped, low-mileage examples. Buyers should weigh maintenance costs, service histories, and rare configurations (like the V12 S680 and Manufaktur specs) when evaluating private-party bids against market averages that often span roughly $150,000 to $185,000 for recent builds.
Alabama payroll worker accused of skimming $185K — Aug 18, 2026In Jackson County, Alabama, Jasmin Vargas Levya, a former payroll employee, is charged with 39 counts of theft for skimming thousands from coworkers’ paychecks, with authorities alleging as much as about $185,000 stolen over roughly a year. Investigators say she skimmed substantial amounts from employees, including more than $15,000 from a single worker, and she has since posted bond after an arrest last week.
Chris Dalton Feels like a healthy sign they can absorb losing two huge licenses and still grow profit. Bodes well for their owned labels long term. 
