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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How Live Messaging Technology Has Improved Andean Chevrolet’s Digital Retailing Strategy – Wesley Miller & Frank Reynolds, GM

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 Today on CBT, we're pleased to welcome Wesley Miller, the Director of Major Accounts for LivePerson Automotive and Frank Reynolds, General Manager of Andean Chevrolet, a high-volume Chevrolet dealer located...
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July Sales Numbers: Earnings Reveal Short-Term Wins for Dealers and Automakers | Sizzling Sales: Autotrader Names 10 Hottest Used Cars for Summer 2019 | The Importance of Dealership Wayfinding and Design

- August 6, 2019
 Today on CBTNews.com - Tuesday, August 6th, 2019: July Sales Numbers: Earnings Reveal Short-Term Wins for Dealers and Automakers - Karl Brauer, Autotrader Here to talk to us more about July’s earnings...
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The Importance of Dealership Wayfinding and Design

- August 6, 2019
How does your dealership layout affect customer experience? Is the customer aware of all of the features your dealership has to offer and can they easily navigate to their desired...
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July Sales Numbers: Earnings Reveal Short-Term Wins for Dealers and Automakers – Karl Brauer, Autotrader

- August 6, 2019
Here to talk to us more about July’s earnings is Karl Brauer, executive publisher for Autotrader and Kelley Blue Book. Karl is no stranger to CBT and in this segment,...
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Nominal Gains Only Tell Part of the Story For July 2019 Auto Sales

- August 6, 2019
According to NADA, overall new light-vehicle sales took a small hit in July. Unit sales for the month came in at 1.39 million. Even though this number is higher than...
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The Value of Making a Service Appointment

- August 5, 2019
On this week's episode of the Weekly Tune-Up, Almog Veig of David Lewis and Associates talks about the value of making a service appointment versus the "no appointment neccessary" approach.
Daily Automotive News

Is Your Dealership in Compliance with the New Consumer Privacy Act? – Melanie Cliff, Partner at Scali Rasmussen

- August 5, 2019
Melanie Cliff, Partner at Law Firm Scali Rasmussen in Los Angeles, CA, and an expert in automotive law, joins CBT News to tell dealerships everything they need to know about...
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Is Your Dealership in Compliance with the New Consumer Privacy Act? | How to Energize Your Salespeople on Monday Mornings and Start Off the Week Strong | Why Dealerships Need To Improve Their Customer Experience

- August 5, 2019
 Today on CBTNews.com - Monday, August 5th, 2019: Is Your Dealership in Compliance with the New Consumer Privacy Act? - Melanie Cliff, Partner at Scali Rasmussen Melanie Cliff, Partner at Law Firm...
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Daily Newscast

Why Dealers Should Invest in More Training for Their F&I Staff | Generate More Fixed Ops Revenue Using John Fairchild’s 5 Step TO Strategy | How These Dealerships Leverage Technology In Order to Improve the Sales Process

- August 2, 2019
 CBT News Week In Review for Friday, August 2nd, 2019: Why Dealers Should Invest in More Training for Their F&I Staff – Adam Marburger & Paul Brown, Ascent Dealer Solutions (Part...
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Daily Newscast

How These Dealerships Leverage Technology In Order to Improve the Sales Process | BMW and Jaguar Team Up to Fast Track EV Innovation | How the Automotive Industry is Utilizing and Investing in AV Tech

- August 1, 2019
Today on CBTNews.com - Thursday, August 1st, 2019: How These Dealerships Leverage Technology In Order to Improve the Sales Process - Alex Damoorgian, Maroone Chevrolet & Volkswagen In today's edition of CBT...


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