TSLA376.3002.58%
GM78.050-0.47%
F12.385-0.095%
RIVN16.520-0.43%
CYD42.2400.37%
HMC24.340-0.14%
TM192.320-3.76%
CVNA409.0506.03%
PAG160.4200.42%
LAD274.920-1.47%
AN203.0700.1%
GPI341.3901.61%
ABG203.0601.05%
SAH71.8400.62%
TSLA376.3002.58%
GM78.050-0.47%
F12.385-0.095%
RIVN16.520-0.43%
CYD42.2400.37%
HMC24.340-0.14%
TM192.320-3.76%
CVNA409.0506.03%
PAG160.4200.42%
LAD274.920-1.47%
AN203.0700.1%
GPI341.3901.61%
ABG203.0601.05%
SAH71.8400.62%
TSLA376.3002.58%
GM78.050-0.47%
F12.385-0.095%
RIVN16.520-0.43%
CYD42.2400.37%
HMC24.340-0.14%
TM192.320-3.76%
CVNA409.0506.03%
PAG160.4200.42%
LAD274.920-1.47%
AN203.0700.1%
GPI341.3901.61%
ABG203.0601.05%
SAH71.8400.62%


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Dave Cantin
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Dave Cantin on the Buy-Sell Market, Acquisitions, and Industry Consolidation

- November 20, 2019
On today’s show, we’re pleased to welcome 20-year automotive industry veteran Dave Cantin, CEO of Dave Cantin Group. As part of the Dave Cantin Group, DCG Acquisitions specializes in the...
Andy MacLeay
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CBT Automotive Newscast for November 19th, 2019

- November 19, 2019
Today on CBTNews.com - Tuesday, November 19th, 2019: The Benefits of Digital Marketing for Your Fixed-Ops Department - Andy MacLeay, Dealer.com On today’s show, we’re pleased to welcome back Andy MacLeay, Director...
compliance officers
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Do Dealerships Really Need Compliance Officers?

- November 19, 2019
The quick answer is yes. Dealerships are required by law to have on-site compliance officers. Compliance officers help protect dealerships from violating state and federal laws that could lead to...
point of sale
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Improving the Point of Sale Presentation

- November 18, 2019
On this week's episode of the Weekly Tune-Up, Jim Fitzpatrick speaks with guest host Michael Roppo, President of Automotive Management Resources, to discuss improving your point of sale presentation by...
industry
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CBT Automotive Newscast for November 18, 2019

- November 18, 2019
Today on CBTNews - Monday, November 18th, 2019: How ReconVelocity is Helping Dealers Set a New Standard for Vehicle Reconditioning On today's show, we're pleased to welcome back Hugh Hathcock, owner of...
conferences
Daily Automotive News

Why Dealers Should Send Their Employees to These 5 Upcoming Automotive Conferences

- November 18, 2019
Auto dealerships are always looking for new strategies that will help them keep up with (or pass) their competition. Many individuals think of conferences as boring gatherings of people in...
dealers
Daily Automotive News

4 Auto Industry Shake-Ups Dealers Should Prepare for in 2020

- November 18, 2019
It almost feels as if each week is bringing new changes that are impacting the automotive industry. These changes can be helpful—or troublesome—depending on how dealers prepare for them in...
week in review
Daily Newscast

CBT News Week In Review: November 15, 2019

- November 15, 2019
CBT News Week In Review for Friday, November 15th, 2019: Dennis McGinn and Jon Burkeen Discuss the Best Ways to Manage Your Recon Process I'm very excited to have in our studio,...
vehicles
Daily Automotive News

Four Unique Vehicle Design Trends

- November 15, 2019
Automotive technology is always changing rapidly to adapt to new inventions that will make driving easier and more enjoyable. From electric vehicles to bluetooth and lane assist capabilities, the auto...
auction volume
Daily Newscast

CBT Automotive Newscast for November 14, 2019

- November 14, 2019
Today on CBTNews.com - Thursday, November 14th, 2019: Inventory and Auction Volume: The Latest from J.D. Power's Larry Dixon On today's edition of CBT News, we speak to Larry Dixon, Senior Director...


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