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Featured Interviews
Capital One reveals how dealers can win over the next-gen of car buyers
With a new generation of car buyers entering the market, their expectations are shifting towards a very different buying experience than previous generations. Joining us on today’s episode of Inside Automotive is Tim Mullins, Chief Market Officer at Capital One, to share tips on how dealers can better connect with first–time car buyers. For years, the auto industry has operated under the assumption that younger consumers want a fully digital buying experience, one where every step, from vehicle selection to financing, can happen without ever stepping foot inside a dealership. But new research from Capital One suggests the reality is more nuanced. Watch the full segment here.
Why leadership vision can’t be voted on, and how to keep it alive
In the rapidly changing retail automotive landscape, dealership leaders often feel overwhelmed with daily tasks such as managing inventory turnover, monitoring service bay utilization and meeting monthly sales quotas. However, in a recent Lessons in Leadership episode, Leadership Expert Dave Anderson emphasizes that developing and communicating a compelling vision is an essential responsibility that leaders cannot delegate. Watch the full segment here.
