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CYD39.410-0.08%
HMC24.150-0.16%
TM207.010-2.66%
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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%
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About: Steve Mitchell

Steve Mitchell

Steve Mitchell is a contributing writer and reporter for CBT News. He earned bachelor's degrees in Marketing and Television from the University of Texas in Austin and a Masters of Theology study from Dallas Theological Seminary in Dallas. His passion for automobiles lead him to become a creative director for automotive marketing ad agency. Most recently, he was the manager of interactive marketing for Mitsubishi Motors, NA.

The agency model, if adopted, this model will significantly depart from the traditional dealership model we’ve known for decades. 

The future of the agency model in automotive sales: Planning for what’s ahead

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Learn how dealerships can harness AI in their F&I departments to boost sales, streamline operations, and enhance customer satisfaction .

How Dealerships F&I Can Utilize AI to Boost Sales

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Finance and Insurance (F&I) departments have long struggled with inefficiencies and missed opportunities. But now, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is emerging as a powerful tool to streamline operations and enhance sales. The question...
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As cities expand dealerships must adapt to the changing mobility needs- Urbanization has led to changing preferences in vehicle ownership.

The impact of urbanization on dealerships

- July 1, 2024
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Braving the electric storm: Preparing for a potential drop in EV sales

- June 26, 2024
If you noticed, some troubling but unsurprising news for the electric vehicle market e emerged from Europe on Tuesday. First, Porsche Taycan prices collapsed, which won't surprise any US Porsche...
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Explore the aftermath of CDK Global's cyberattack on dealerships, highlighting the importance of analog resilience amidst digital dependency

Embracing analog resilience in a digital world: Lessons from CDK Global’s cyberattack

- June 24, 2024
When you thought you had everything figured out in customer marketing, communication, and sales, a curveball comes your way. As reported in Automotive News, a cyberattack took down CDK Global’s dealership...
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With the data discovered today, if a consumer has a connected car, take note that the more things change, the more they stay the same. 

The hidden cost of connected cars: Navigating data privacy in the automotive industry

- June 20, 2024
Growing up in an East Texas town of 1,200 people had its benefits. But, being a kid who drove a Gandini-designed Fiat X/1-9 in the land of muscle cars and...
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Hiring Heroes: How Dealerships Can Honor Veterans Beyond Memorial Day

- May 27, 2024
Memorial Day, observed on the last Monday of May, is a time for remembering and honoring the brave men and women who have sacrificed their lives in service to the United...
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In this article: Let's keep the soul of car design alive, blending the nostalgia of the past with the promise of the future!

Nostalgia vs. Futurism: Striking a Balance in Car Design

- May 22, 2024
Let's take a trip down memory lane and fast forward to the future. The automotive industry is at a crossroads, folks. On one side, we've got the nostalgia of classic...
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New car prices have surged by over 30 percent in the past five years, pointing to a future that looks similar to the past.

Beyond Reach: How new car prices are leaving consumers behind

- May 2, 2024
What if you could predict the future? Imagine if that prediction wasn't based on some crystal ball but rather on a keen observation of the past, coupled with an awareness...
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China’s ascendancy in the automotive sector is a multifaceted challenge requiring Western dealerships’ attention, strategy, and innovation.

Column | How China’s auto ambitions are reshaping global markets

- March 27, 2024
The global automotive industry is in a transformative phase, heavily influenced by America’s weaknesses and China’s expansive role. From dominating chip manufacturing to increasing its footprint in vehicle production, China’s...
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