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GM to dodge 50% of tariff costs, Ford sees industry at risk

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General Motors and Ford are preparing for the potential fallout of the ongoing trade war,...
China's tariffs took effect on Monday, imposing an additional 10% duty on vehicles with engines larger than 2.5 liters.

China imposes 10% additional tariff on U.S. as trade tensions persist

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During the latest round of tariffs on U.S. imports, China's took effect on Monday, imposing...
CDK Global launches a federal lawsuit against Tekion, accusing it of illegally accessing confidential dealer data to gain market share.

CDK Global sues Tekion over alleged hacking in dealer data battle

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The dealership data war between CDK Global and Tekion is heating up as CDK Global...
New vehicle prices declined in January, with the ATP falling 2.2% from December to $48,641. However, costs remain 1.3% higher year over year

New vehicle prices drop 2.2% in January as luxury sales cool 

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According to the latest report from Cox Automotive’s Kelley Blue Book, new vehicle prices declined...
Edmunds announced the winners of the 2025 Edmunds Five Star Dealer Awards, highlighting dealerships that provide outstanding service.

Edmunds announces 2025 Five Star Dealer Award winners for outstanding customer satisfaction

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Edmunds, a leading online car shopping resource with over 20 million monthly visits, has announced...

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Jen Suzuki reveals an effective strategy for maximizing a dealership's service department and BDC potential on today's Inside Automotive

How Jen Suzuki’s approach to service BDC can transform your dealership

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In the fast-paced world of automotive sales and service, dealers are constantly looking for ways...
Jonathan Dawson discusses Mission 22, his proven strategy that elevates dealership profits by boosting sales floor productivity.

Mission 22: The proven strategy to maximize your sales floor and team’s productivity

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In today's episode of Mind Your Own Business, host Jonathan Dawson breaks down his concept...

GM and Ford brace for tariff impacts, China imposes 10% additional tariff, CDK sues Tekion

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Top Stories GM to dodge 50% of tariff costs, Ford sees industry at risk. Read More China...
Jen Suzuki reveals an effective strategy for maximizing a dealership's service department and BDC potential on today's Inside Automotive

How Jen Suzuki’s approach to service BDC can transform your dealership

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In the fast-paced world of automotive sales and service, dealers are constantly looking for ways to boost revenue and improve customer satisfaction. Jen Suzuki, President of e-Dealer Solutions and host of Loyalty-Based Sales Strategies,...
Jonathan Dawson discusses Mission 22, his proven strategy that elevates dealership profits by boosting sales floor productivity.

Mission 22: The proven strategy to maximize your sales floor and team’s productivity

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In today's episode of Mind Your Own Business, host Jonathan Dawson breaks down his concept of Mission 22—a game-changing strategy designed to maximize dealership sales performance. The core principle of Mission 22 is simple: if...
Peter Cooper of Lexus of Lehigh Valley discusses trends shaping the consumer car buying experience and how dealers can stay ahead.

Trends reshaping the consumer car buying experience – Peter Cooper | Lexus of Lehigh...

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The car buying experience is rapidly shifting, and customers are the ones setting the rules. Dealers who recognize this shift will thrive, and those who don't will likely be left behind. In today's episode...
The U.S. Appeals Court's ruling to overturn the FTC’s CARS rule lets auto dealers avoid a major regulatory burden, Shannon Robertson explains

Regulatory uncertainty looms as states consider their own auto sales rules – Shannon Robertson...

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In the wake of the U.S. Appeals Court’s decision to overturn the FTC’s CARS rule, auto dealers may have avoided a major regulatory burden—but the fight isn’t over yet. According to Shannon Robertson, Executive...
Sean Gardner, instructor and sales trainer at Joe Verde Group, shares how salespeople can master the art of closing to increase profits.

From hesitation to signature: Sean Gardner’s tips for closing the sale

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Closing is everybody's favorite subject! After all, successfully closing a deal and turning a shopper into a buyer is the cornerstone of a successful business. Unfortunately, many salespeople don't understand how to genuinely close...

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What Are Your Rituals of Success?

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 What are your rituals of success? How many calls? How many emails? How many face-to-face meetings? Mark Tewart explains a program he uses to impact...
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Engaging Early with the Customer

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c On today's Tip of the Day, Becky Chernek tells you why you should find out why the customer took so long on that timely...

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Jen Suzuki reveals an effective strategy for maximizing a dealership's service department and BDC potential on today's Inside Automotive

How Jen Suzuki’s approach to service BDC can transform your dealership

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In the fast-paced world of automotive sales and service, dealers are constantly looking for ways...
Joining us on today’s Inside Automotive is John Fairchild President of Fairchild Automotive Solutions, to share recommendations for fixed ops

How dealers can strengthen service training in 2025 with John Fairchild

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What should training look like now that we’re in 2025? Joining us on today’s episode...

UpdatePromise: The Fixed Ops Solution Winning Over Dealerships and OEMs Across the Nation

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In an industry where innovation meets expectation, UpdatePromise has emerged time and time again as...
Brandon Nixon, Chief Revenue Officer at UpdatePromise, joins us to share how the platform is transforming service departments

UpdatePromise transforms service departments, elevating customer satisfaction and profitability

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In a world where customer expectations are ever-evolving, UpdatePromise is aiding dealerships to meet and...
Numa has released its 2024 insights, shedding light on significant missed opportunities linked to high inbound call volumes.

Numa’s 2024 insights reveal $1.17M in lost revenue from missed service calls

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Numa, an AI-driven platform reshaping the future of auto dealerships, has released its 2024 insights,...

GM to dodge 50% of tariff costs, Ford sees industry at risk

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General Motors and Ford are preparing for the potential fallout of the ongoing trade war, but their outlooks are drastically different. While GM remains confident in its ability to navigate potential tariffs, Ford has...
China's tariffs took effect on Monday, imposing an additional 10% duty on vehicles with engines larger than 2.5 liters.

China imposes 10% additional tariff on U.S. as trade tensions persist

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During the latest round of tariffs on U.S. imports, China's took effect on Monday, imposing an additional 10% duty on vehicles with engines larger than 2.5 liters. This brings the total tariff on these...
CDK Global launches a federal lawsuit against Tekion, accusing it of illegally accessing confidential dealer data to gain market share.

CDK Global sues Tekion over alleged hacking in dealer data battle

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The dealership data war between CDK Global and Tekion is heating up as CDK Global launches a federal lawsuit against its rival, accusing Tekion of illegally accessing confidential dealer data in an effort to...
New vehicle prices declined in January, with the ATP falling 2.2% from December to $48,641. However, costs remain 1.3% higher year over year

New vehicle prices drop 2.2% in January as luxury sales cool 

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According to the latest report from Cox Automotive’s Kelley Blue Book, new vehicle prices declined in January, with the average transaction price (ATP) falling 2.2% from December to $48,641. However, prices remain 1.3% higher...
Edmunds announced the winners of the 2025 Edmunds Five Star Dealer Awards, highlighting dealerships that provide outstanding service.

Edmunds announces 2025 Five Star Dealer Award winners for outstanding customer satisfaction

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Edmunds, a leading online car shopping resource with over 20 million monthly visits, has announced the winners of the 2025 Edmunds Five Star Dealer Awards. This year, 107 dealerships across the country earned recognition...
President Trump announced plans to impose reciprocal tariffs on foreign imports, citing to unveil the details within the next two days.

Trump to announce new reciprocal tariffs, raises steel and aluminum duties

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On February 10, U.S. President Donald Trump announced plans to impose reciprocal tariffs on foreign imports. This move doubled down his stance that other countries had long taken advantage of the United States. Speaking...
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2025 Chevy Blazer marks the end of gas-powered midsize SUVs in U.S., report says

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The 2025 Chevy Blazer will be the last gas-powered nameplate variant sold in the North American market. According to a report from GM Authority, an unnamed source familiar with the situation revealed that Chevy...
Toyota is recalling approximately 106,000 2024-2025 Tacoma 4-wheel-drive vehicles in North America due to issues with the rear brake hoses.

Toyota recalls 106K Tacoma Trucks over brake hose safety issue

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Japanese automaker Toyota is recalling approximately 106,000 2024-2025 Tacoma 4-wheel-drive vehicles in North America due to a potential safety issue with the rear brake hoses. The recall affects vehicles equipped with 16-inch brakes and 17-inch Toyota...

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