US eyes $5B mining fund, Tesla settles Autopilot lawsuits, Nissan cuts Leaf EV output

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U.S. eyes $5B mining fund to boost critical mineral supplies. Read More

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Featured Interviews 

Jeff Cowan on building top-tier fixed ops teams and customer loyalty
Fixed operations in dealerships are at a crossroads, and success comes down to one thing: people. In today’s episode of Service Drive, keynote speaker, trainer, author, and President of Pro Talk, Jeff Cowan, discusses the state of fixed operations and strategies for dealership success. Watch the full segment here. 

How BlueDriver Max helps dealers avoid costly appraisal mistakes
In today’s used car market, missing a hidden mechanical issue during trade appraisals can cost dealerships thousands of dollars each month. Visual walkarounds and quick drive tests are no longer enough to catch the sophisticated problems lurking beneath the hood. That’s where BlueDriver Max comes in. On the latest episode of Driving Solutions, we’re joined by Cole Reiken, managing director of BlueDriver Max, to further explain how these commercial-grade diagnostic tools help dealers avoid expensive surprises, boost customer trust, and protect their bottom line. Watch the full segment here. 

Why dealers need to prioritize productivity over busyness for success
Dave Anderson, founder of LearnToLead, is calling on dealership personnel to stop glorifying busyness and instead measure success by productivity. Speaking on the latest episode of Lessons in Leadership, Anderson asserts that too many professionals confuse activity with accomplishment. Watch the full segment here.