Mary Welch
Navigating the Industry Through the Tough Challenges Ahead
Since Wes Lutz was named chairman of the National Automotive Dealers Association, he has been home only a few days in the past six...
Continuing the Legacy – Jenell Ross Guides Bob Ross Auto Group in the Second...
Bob Ross Auto Group, based in Centerville, Ohio, is a “work in progress,” according to Jenell Ross, dealer principal and daughter of founder Bob...
Winning With the Machines – Mark Olson, Director at Findlay Kia Las Vegas
“Am I Selling Cars?”
In the dealership world, it’s often difficult to know if your marketing is on the right track . Mark Olson, Director...
Ganley Auto Group, Approaching $2 Billion
Ken Ganley has his eye on a round number — $2 billion. And, if he doesn’t make it this year, well, it’s a sure...
How Beaver Toyota Intends to Dominate A New Market
As any marketing manager will testify, it’s all about creating a brand. No one knows that better than Beaver Toyota, which just opened a...
How to “Own the Market”: Toyota Turnaround Yields Happy Customers, Staff, and Profits
When Jonathan (Jon) Waters became an operating partner at McDonough Toyota, just outside Atlanta, he knew he was in a turnaround situation. The dealership...
Earning Respect and Reputation: Great Lakes Auto Group
Joey Huang’s father was a doctor as is his three siblings, and he was also expected to have a medical career. And, he did...
A Life and Industry of Opportunities: Winston Pittman Creates an Empire
When Winston Pittman decided to open a Chrysler dealership in Louisville, KY in 1988, he walked into several stores in the black neighborhood where...
Marketing Without 5-Year Forecasts Key to Success and Growth
Vince Sheehy, president and CEO of Sheehy Auto Stores, isn't a big fan of long-term planning. Instead, Sheehy, who oversees 24 stores with annual...
It’s Called “Friendly” for a Reason
Top Honda Dealer Creates Winning Culture
By: Mary Welch
Eric Kahn is a dye-in-the-wool car guy with a blue stocking education and Wall Street credentials. Or...
The Power of 4DX in the Service Department!
Working with Service Departments has allowed me to be exposed to many different strategies, techniques, processes as well as the latest technologies, software and...
How to Run a Successful Dealership Rental Program
Making the decision to open a rental agency at your dealership is a huge commitment. There seems to be a lot of risk involved....
How to Fix the Critical Errors that Are Preventing Your Dealership From Thriving
Do you watch business-based reality TV shows? I love these shows not only for the excitement and entertainment, but for all the parallel messages...
Use the Trade-In to Make the Sales Process Quicker and Easier
There is a lot of talk today about speeding up the sales process. Even with all the improvements the automotive industry has seen over...
Take Pressure Off Your Service Techs with Chat Support Tools
Your service department is a busy place. Customers come to you on a daily basis to solve problems with their vehicles. They come in...
Creating a Brand Promise
On this week's episode of Auto Marketing Now, Brian Pasch of PCG Companies discusses how critical it is to create a brand promise if...
Help Your F&I Office Perform Consistently with These Key Strategies
On this week's episode of F&I Today, Becky Chernek, President of Chernek Consulting, discusses the importance of performing well in the dealership on a...
Utilizing Modern Technology in Auto Retail
On this week's episode of Straight Talk, David Lewis talks about why you should take advantage of modern technology and utilize services such as...
Current Trends and Challenges in Fixed-Ops
On this week's episode of the Weekly Tune-Up, CBT's Jim Fitzpatrick talks to fixed-ops expert, and regular CBT contributor, John Fairchild of Fairchild Automotive Solutions....
