On this week’s edition of the Weekly Tune-Up, Becky Nixon talks about keeping your capital liquid and your fixed-ops running smoothly while also making all the profit that you can for your dealership.
Parts Inventory and Frozen Capital
The Active Delivery Process
On this week's episode of the Weekly Tune-Up, Jim Fitzpatrick is once again joined by guest host Michael Roppo, President of Automotive Management Resources. The two wrap up their discussion on the 7 Customer Contact Selling Points with point number…
Taking Care of Your Service Technicians
On this week's episode of the Weekly Tune-Up, CBT's Jim Fitzpatrick talks to fixed-ops expert, and regular CBT contributor, John Fairchild of Fairchild Automotive Solutions. The two discuss the current automotive technician draught and how you can retain your technicians…
Customer Acquisition and Retention
On this week's episode of the Weekly Tune-Up, CBT's Jim Fitzpatrick talks to fixed-ops expert, and regular CBT contributor, John Fairchild of Fairchild Automotive Solutions. Jim and John discuss the customer acquisition in the service department and how to effectively…
How an unsafe vehicle traced to Georgia independent dealer serves as warning
Channel 2 Action News published a story on Thursday of a vehicle sold to a retail customer that had been improperly repaired after a collision. The 2015 Toyota 4Runner had been purchased from an independent dealership in 2018 and, after…
How your service department can improve the trade-in process
The vehicle trade-in process has evolved a lot over time. One of the biggest changes is that there used to be a lot more room for error. In the past, an under-informed buyer was more likely to fall for a…
Bernie Moreno returns to auto retail with new digital technology
While the COVID-19 pandemic has created many obstacles for auto dealers, some have found ways to create opportunities in the midst of adversity. After taking a step back from the auto industry, Bernie Moreno, president of Bernie Moreno Companies, and…
Why automation is a crucial tool in today’s auto industry
In today’s fast-paced world, customers expect personalized communication that speaks to their specific needs and grabs their attention. This expectation increases the number of meaningful touches needed between a customer and a sales representative. With a smaller team, how can…
Wholesale prices begin to normalize on usual inventory levels
Dealers may start to notice the wholesale prices at auction slip back into more familiar territory. According to Manheim’s Used Vehicle Value Index mid-month report for September, wholesale used vehicle prices have decreased by 0.9% in the first two weeks…
