Industry Trends

Thank you so much for joining us on another edition of CBT News. Today, we're pleased to welcome back Zach Klempf, founder and CEO of Selly Automotive, to discuss the latest trends and disruptors in the auto retail industry. VIDEO TRANSCRIPT:  Jim Fitzpatrick: I know that...

Many consumers who have made the switch to an electric vehicle (EV) will tell you they have enjoyed the benefits they have received from the federal government as well as their state. For example, Virginians who drive an EV can get a special license...

On today’s show, we’re pleased to welcome back Dale Pollak, founder of vAuto and Executive Vice President for Cox Automotive, back to CBT News. In this segment, Jim and Dale discussed the importance of managing your dealership's new inventory in a practical and effective...

This summer sure has been busy for Washington with U.S.-China trade war threats, CAFE regulations, and a historic cut in interest rates. And the folks over at AIADA have been following these developments closely and measuring the impact they will have on the industry....

Is your dealership making the most of your current marketing process, software, and employees? Well, now is the time to assess the strengths and weaknesses of your dealership and make any necessary changes. On today’s show, Jim welcomes back Glenn Pasch, CEO of the...

A new car can take the sting out of summer's end. With school only a few weeks away, new drivers and their parents are seriously considering a purchase, though they may have different opinions as to what that vehicle might look like. Not to worry....

 Attracting the top talent is always on every dealer’s mind, however as the workforce begins to change, so should recruiting strategies. On today’s show, we take a look at our recent conversation with Isabelle Helms, Vice President of research and marketing intelligence for Cox...

 Welcome to the Kerrigan Advisors Market Update with Bridget Fitzpatrick and Ryan Kerrigan, founder and managing director of Kerrigan Advisors. In July we see a significant increase in number, with the Kerrigan Index up over 35% Year-to-Date compared to the S&P Index which is...

It might not look quite like a Jetson's episode, but we've arrived in the future. And though we don't have flying cars on our lots just yet, there's a lot that can be done to take a traditional dealership into the modern age.  Evolving Consumers The...

Automotive manufacturing and retailing have changed dramatically over the last 5-10 years. Technology is advancing at a break-neck pace. Self-driving cars, electric vehicles, and changing mobility habits are paving the way to the new future of automotive manufacturing. Here’s a look at 7 of the...