TSLA360.590-20.67001%
GM72.540-2.5%
F11.590-0.09%
RIVN15.4000.46%
CYD39.410-0.08%
HMC24.150-0.16%
TM207.010-2.66%
CVNA313.5481.45799%
PAG149.3400.18%
LAD251.8201%
AN197.680-0.29%
GPI329.450-1.34%
ABG194.7600.73%
SAH64.870-0.38%
TSLA360.590-20.67001%
GM72.540-2.5%
F11.590-0.09%
RIVN15.4000.46%
CYD39.410-0.08%
HMC24.150-0.16%
TM207.010-2.66%
CVNA313.5481.45799%
PAG149.3400.18%
LAD251.8201%
AN197.680-0.29%
GPI329.450-1.34%
ABG194.7600.73%
SAH64.870-0.38%
TSLA360.590-20.67001%
GM72.540-2.5%
F11.590-0.09%
RIVN15.4000.46%
CYD39.410-0.08%
HMC24.150-0.16%
TM207.010-2.66%
CVNA313.5481.45799%
PAG149.3400.18%
LAD251.8201%
AN197.680-0.29%
GPI329.450-1.34%
ABG194.7600.73%
SAH64.870-0.38%


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Vehicle financing factors were less favorable to car buyers In January, undoing several months of improvements seen last year.

Vehicle financing conditions trend against consumers in January

- February 12, 2024
Vehicle financing remained an obstacle for many consumers in January, during which auto lenders displayed more caution and auto loan access declined. According to Cox Automotive's Dealertrack Auto Credit Total Loan...
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Joining us today on Driving Solutions Gabe Garroni, Senior Vice President of Insurance Sales at Ally to discuss changes in the F&I office.

Ally’s Gabe Garroni explores innovative trends in virtual and digital F&I services

- February 7, 2024
Recognizing the consumer demands for flexibility and convenience, the F&I office is being revolutionized, and much of the automotive sales process has moved online. Here to discuss some of those...
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As we navigate the automotive landscape in 2024, understanding the factors influencing new vehicle affordability is crucial.

Navigating vehicle affordability challenges in 2024

- January 30, 2024
The automotive industry is constantly evolving, influenced by market conditions, consumer preferences, and various economic factors. The current affordability crisis is no exception, as trends and data shaping vehicle ownership...
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Training your F&I team for success — Adam Marburger | Ascent Dealer Services

- January 24, 2024
The F&I business remains an important aspect of automotive retail in 2024, serving to boost profits and keep customers happy. However, given the tumultuous experiences of the last four years,...
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Pete MacInnis discusses a recent study on Inside Automotive, revealing consumer demand for more quote information online.

Survey finds payment quotes often inaccurate, dealers struggle to meet consumer demands – Pete MacInnis

- January 16, 2024
In the latest episode of Inside Automotive, Pete MacInnis, CEO of eLEND Solutions, joins us to discuss the most recent study conducted by eLEND regarding consumers wanting more car loan...
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Today, we explore two of the most common F&I mistakes that can happen at any dealership whether with a veteran or a rookie F&I manager.

Don’t wait to correct F&I mistakes–acting quickly benefits everyone

- January 9, 2024
With so many people involved in every car deal, there are several ways that things can go sideways. Between sales, F&I, delivery, etc…breakdowns can occur at any stage in the...
F&I Articles
There are some easy ways to both be sure current staff is well versed in compliance and that your new hires are too.

F&I checklist and tips for better compliance

- December 27, 2023
Every F&I manager has that thing that’s a perpetual thorn in their side. That thorn is compliance. It’s probably unfair to describe compliance so negatively but it becomes tedious when there...
F&I Articles
Jonathan Jordan and Zach Williams join Driving Solutions to show how JM&A Group's Virtual F&I solution can improve the car-buying experience.

How virtual F&I improves the in-store car-buying experience

- December 19, 2023
Throughout the year, dealership financing and insurance (F&I) departments have been navigating tough issues from high interest rates to increased frustrations with the car-buying experience. Going into 2024, dealers will...
Featured Driving Solutions
Woman choosing a car in a car showroom during the F&I experience

More showing, less selling leads to a better F&I experience

- December 19, 2023
When it comes to the F&I experience, no car buyer wants to be given the fast-talking, hard sales pitch to get them to buy a VSC or appearance protection for...
F&I Articles
Cross training can provide benefits for both departments, including empathy, better deals and stronger hiring.

3 reasons why it’s important to cross train sales & F&I

- December 13, 2023
Cross training in any business setting is always looked at as an important part of helping the entire team not only understand more about what one person or team must...
F&I Articles


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