Inside Automotive
Why the used vehicle market is changing dealership inventory strategies — Seth Rosen | Subaru of Jacksonville
The used vehicle market is under close scrutiny as it adjusts to changing consumer preferences and evolving inventory levels. What can dealers expect from the preowned segment in 2024, and how should they prepare to navigate the complexities of a shifting automotive landscape?
On this episode of Inside Automotive, host Jim Fitzpatrick is joined by Seth Rosen, used car director at Subaru of Jacksonville. With his boots-on-the-ground perspective, Rosen shares his insights into the latest trends and best practices defining the used vehicle market and how he expects conditions to develop throughout the remainder of 2024. Watch full segment here.
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