March and April were shaky months for many dealers nationwide, and their vendor partners also felt the sting of less than stellar sales as a result. However, as the industry...
In light of recent events, many dealerships are making the jump to virtual retailing and with that, comes a new set of challenges. Bringing the sales staff up to speed...
According to data from J.D. Power, the retail automotive industry is looking at a 14.3 million SAAR for July, which is about 2.5 million units lower than July of 2019....
Customer loyalty is the foundation for any successful sales and marketing strategy at your dealership. The Pareto Principle, a widely cited stat, confirms this as it states that 80 percent...
Regardless of which make or model a car shopper is interested in, quality in manufacturing remains the qualifier. A well-laid-out interior, performance that meets or exceeds expectations, and the standards...
Any time that the automotive industry is faced with turmoil, the pressure is instantly applied for dealers to remain top of mind for consumers. During the 2008 recession, and now...
Since the killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis on May 25th, injustices against the black community have been brought back into the spotlight. The Black Lives Matter movement has spearheaded...
With costs of new vehicles rising and consumers’ pocketbooks still being strained by the coronavirus pandemic, used vehicle demand has significantly spiked since the COVID-19 pandemic began. Inventory of new...
According to the Wall Street Journal, most automakers reported declines in sales during this year’s second quarter. The numbers may look bleak, and these sales decreases may be the norm...
COVID-19 has created a new standard of efficiency required for dealerships. Dealers have had to adjust their staffing strategies, increase their focus on digital sales, and meet a steep rise...