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GM72.540-2.5%
F11.590-0.09%
RIVN15.4000.46%
CYD39.410-0.08%
HMC24.150-0.16%
TM207.010-2.66%
CVNA313.5481.45799%
PAG149.3400.18%
LAD251.8201%
AN197.680-0.29%
GPI329.450-1.34%
ABG194.7600.73%
SAH64.870-0.38%
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GM72.540-2.5%
F11.590-0.09%
RIVN15.4000.46%
CYD39.410-0.08%
HMC24.150-0.16%
TM207.010-2.66%
CVNA313.5481.45799%
PAG149.3400.18%
LAD251.8201%
AN197.680-0.29%
GPI329.450-1.34%
ABG194.7600.73%
SAH64.870-0.38%
TSLA360.590-20.67001%
GM72.540-2.5%
F11.590-0.09%
RIVN15.4000.46%
CYD39.410-0.08%
HMC24.150-0.16%
TM207.010-2.66%
CVNA313.5481.45799%
PAG149.3400.18%
LAD251.8201%
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About: Jaelyn Campbell

Jaelyn Campbell

Jaelyn Campbell is a staff writer/reporter for CBT News. She is known to cover the latest developments impacting automotive retailers, manufacturers, and industry professionals. Based in Atlanta, Georgia, Jaelyn brings a journalistic focus to key trends shaping the retail automotive landscape, including dealership operations, evolving consumer behavior, EV adoption, and executive leadership strategies.

Peter Macinnis, the founder and CEO of eLend Solutions, discusses how dealers are using transparency to close the trust gap with customers. 

How dealers can bridge the gap in customer trust – Pete MacInnis | eLEND Solutions

- November 1, 2023
Most dealers are growing to be apprehensive due to discussions surrounding the UAW union strikes against the Big Three, interest rates, inflation, and a faltering economy. Even consumers are hesitant...
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Ford is increasing the number of chargers in its BlueOval Charge Network in North America by 25%, bringing the total to more than 106,000.

Ford expands its BlueOval Charge Network to include 3 new charging providers

- November 1, 2023
Ford is increasing the number of chargers in its BlueOval Charge Network in North America by 25%, bringing the total to more than 106,000. The BlueOval Charge Network in the U.S....
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Tesla emerged victorious in its first U.S. trial concerning allegations that its Autopilot driver assistance feature caused a fatal accident.

Tesla wins first US trial over Autopilot’s alleged role in fatal crash

- November 1, 2023
A significant win for Tesla, which currently is the subject of several lawsuits and federal investigations pertaining to driver assistance technology, came on October 31 when it emerged victorious in...
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A business development center (BDC) is a separate dealership department that brings in sales and service clientele.

Why should dealers customize their BDC? – Matt Raymond | Bowtie Solutions

- November 1, 2023
A business development center (BDC) is a separate dealership department that brings in sales and service clientele. Matt Raymond, Chief Operating Officer at Bowtie Solutions, recently joined Jim Fitzpatrick on...
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Rivian has installed a 2.8 MW wind turbine that, when combined with solar power, will provide clean energy for charging every new EV.

Rivian’s Illinois plant fully embraces clean energy for EV charging

- October 31, 2023
At its Normal, Illinois, facility, Rivian has installed a 2.8 MW wind turbine that, when combined with solar power, will provide clean energy for charging every new electric vehicle. Although Charlottesville,...
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TIME revealed Dale Benton, the president of Benton Nissan of Hoover in Hoover, Alabama, as one of the 2024 TIME Dealer of the Year nominees.

Alabama dealer nominated for the 2024 TIME Dealer of the Year award

- October 31, 2023
On October 27, TIME revealed Dale Benton, the president of Benton Nissan of Hoover in Hoover, Alabama, as one of the 2024 TIME Dealer of the Year nominees. Benton will receive...
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For dealers, technology remains the one aspect that has managed to bridge the "perfect storm," AI, customer data platform, and GA4, together.

How dealers can better utilize the technology in their stores – Kevin Frye | Jeff Wyler

- October 31, 2023
Today's dealers are faced with perplexing operational challenges, yet technology remains the one factor that has managed to bridge the "perfect storm" of artificial intelligence (AI), customer data platforms (CDPs),...
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Hyundai lowers price for 2024 IONIQ 6, now starts under $39,000

- October 30, 2023
Hyundai announced its new entry-level 2024 IONIQ 6 SE Standard Range, which currently stands for sale at $41,600. However, the automaker revealed it’s lowering the price to $38,615 due to...
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Toyota production

Toyota reports record global sales and production

- October 30, 2023
Due to the strong demand and improving supply conditions, Toyota's global sales increased by 8.3% from April to September compared to the same period last year, reaching a record 5.6...
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How to recruit and retain new and capable workers has become a trending challenge for dealers due to rising customer demands.

How dealers can attract and retain employees post-COVID – David Meraz & John Luciano

- October 30, 2023
Recruiting and retaining new and capable workers has been an ongoing challenge for dealers due to the low unemployment rates and rising customer demands. A component of Street Volkswagen's operations...
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