Vaden Automotive president Jane Vaden Thacher and her son, F&I director Jack Thacher, share how expanding their footprint, flexibility and family are keys to their success.

A family affair: Three generations of growth at Vaden Automotive

Jason Becknell - June 3, 2026

For a family-owned dealership group, growth is rarely just about adding stores. It's about knowing what works, building the right team and leaving a legacy. Vaden Automotive in Savannah, Georgia,...

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Jay Feldman on growth, navigating challenges and a $5 billion goal

Jason Becknell - May 28, 2026

Jay Feldman started selling cars at 15 and has not stopped since. As chairman and CEO of Feldman Automotive Group, he has spent nearly three decades building one of the...

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Lean into the chaos: One dealer’s advice for navigating today’s challenges

Jason Becknell - May 27, 2026

Today, the auto industry is facing several challenges at once. Tariffs, FTC pricing scrutiny, affordability concerns, tightening inventory, possible competition from Chinese automakers and more. Dealers are being pressured to...

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Scott Simons powers massive 280% gain at once-struggling Chevrolet GMC store

Jaelyn Campbell - April 23, 2026

Just months after acquiring an underperforming Chevrolet GMC dealership in a small North Carolina market, Scott Simons and his team at Simons Chevrolet GMC have achieved 280% of their new...

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Dealers debate mobile service expansion as OEM support fuels industry change

Jaelyn Campbell - April 20, 2026

Mobile service continues to divide dealership fixed operations strategies, with some dealers fully scaling mobile fleets while others rely on pickups and deliveries or traditional service drive models. During the...

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New Jersey dealers confront illegal broker activity threatening margins and franchise integrity

Colin Fitzpatrick - March 31, 2026

In New Jersey, licensed dealers are facing a growing challenge from illegal brokers. Joining us on today’s Inside Automotive episode to discuss what’s happening, why it matters, and the integrity...

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Toyota leans into affordability and electrification while supporting U.S. dealers – David Christ | Toyota North America

Ashby Lincoln - March 23, 2026

Toyota continues to set the pace in a market defined by shifting demand, rising interest rates, and electrification. David Christ, Group Vice President and General Manager of the Toyota Division...

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Jonathan Dawson on breaking industry norms to drive loyalty and sales

Colin Fitzpatrick - March 23, 2026

Six months after acquiring Cherokee Mitsubishi, dealer principal Jonathan Dawson is candid about both progress and missteps as he transitions from industry consultant to retail operator. During the latest Mind...

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Sonic Automotive closes record 2025 as Jeff Dyke eyes strategic growth in pre-owned and Echo Park

Colin Fitzpatrick - March 18, 2026

President Jeff Dyke of Sonic Automotive joins Inside Automotive to detail strategies for ongoing growth in pre-owned vehicles and Echo Park operations, following the company's record-breaking 2025 performance. According to...

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How Capitol Auto Group drives profits through culture and customer experience

Ashby Lincoln - March 17, 2026

Strong employee engagement and strategic customer focus can drive both retention and profitability in today’s automotive market. On Inside Automotive, Alex Casebeer, GM and dealer, and Phillip Cianni, COO at...

Dealer Interviews

A family affair: Three generations of growth at Vaden Automotive

Jay Feldman on growth, navigating challenges and a $5 billion goal

Lean into the chaos: One dealer’s advice for navigating today’s challenges

Scott Simons powers massive 280% gain at once-struggling Chevrolet GMC store

Dealers debate mobile service expansion as OEM support fuels industry change

New Jersey dealers confront illegal broker activity threatening margins and franchise integrity

Toyota leans into affordability and electrification while supporting U.S. dealers – David Christ | Toyota North America

Jonathan Dawson on breaking industry norms to drive loyalty and sales

Sonic Automotive closes record 2025 as Jeff Dyke eyes strategic growth in pre-owned and Echo Park

How Capitol Auto Group drives profits through culture and customer experience

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