TSLA435.790-6.31%
GM83.240-1.11%
F17.4400.79%
RIVN16.3001.1%
CYD56.7200.39%
HMC26.990-0.3%
TM189.950-1.89%
CVNA73.000-0.49%
PAG167.370-0.8%
LAD290.890-4.73%
AN187.720-6.02%
GPI316.340-10.09999%
ABG187.710-7.04%
SAH82.620-1.12%
TSLA435.790-6.31%
GM83.240-1.11%
F17.4400.79%
RIVN16.3001.1%
CYD56.7200.39%
HMC26.990-0.3%
TM189.950-1.89%
CVNA73.000-0.49%
PAG167.370-0.8%
LAD290.890-4.73%
AN187.720-6.02%
GPI316.340-10.09999%
ABG187.710-7.04%
SAH82.620-1.12%
TSLA435.790-6.31%
GM83.240-1.11%
F17.4400.79%
RIVN16.3001.1%
CYD56.7200.39%
HMC26.990-0.3%
TM189.950-1.89%
CVNA73.000-0.49%
PAG167.370-0.8%
LAD290.890-4.73%
AN187.720-6.02%
GPI316.340-10.09999%
ABG187.710-7.04%
SAH82.620-1.12%

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Driving Solutions

Dealers see record buy-sell activity as luxury demand, AI adoption reshapes the market – Erin Kerrigan | Kerrigan Advisors

Dealership transactions are on track for a record year in 2025, fueled by robust buyer cash reserves, declining interest rates, and high demand in both luxury and ultra-luxury markets. On the latest episode of Driving Solutions, Erin Kerrigan, founder and managing director of Kerrigan Advisors, joins us to break down the company's recent findings. Kerrigan Advisors surpassed $10 billion in client proceeds from dealership sales over the past 11 years, highlighting...

Amberly Allen on Dealer Merchant Services’ next chapter with Priority Payments

- December 10, 2025
Dealer Merchant Services was recently acquired by Priority Payments. On today's episode of Driving Solutions, Dealer Merchant Services Founder and Managing Partner Amberly Allen discusses the acquisition and what it...

How dealers can navigate payment changes as surcharge compliance expands – Amberly Allen | DMS

- November 18, 2025
Automotive dealers are facing a rapidly shifting payments landscape as new credit card rules, state sales tax regulations, and surcharging options reshape operational strategies, industry experts say. On today's episode...

Mastermind CoPilot boosts prospecting and personalizes customer experience — Bill Egan | automotiveMastermind

- November 4, 2025
Efficiency and personalization at the dealership level are critical to long-term profitability and customer loyalty. On today's episode of Driving Solutions, automotiveMastermind VP of Product, Bill Egan, discusses how the...

How digital screens are driving transparency and engagement at dealerships – Greg Epps & Todd Katcher

- October 20, 2025
Digital screens are reshaping the dealership experience for both customers and employees, and North Georgia Toyota is at the forefront. On today’s episode of Driving Solutions, the dealership’s General Manager,...

Tim Cox and Micah Rowland urge dealers to prioritize performance, human engagement over AI trends

- October 14, 2025
Experts advised that dealerships should focus on performance rather than technology trends, as the industry is flooded with AI solutions. Joining us on the latest episode of Driving Solutions is...

How BlueDriver Max helps dealers avoid costly appraisal mistakes

- September 17, 2025
In today’s used car market, missing a hidden mechanical issue during trade appraisals can cost dealerships thousands of dollars each month. Visual walkarounds and quick drive tests are no longer...

automotiveMastermind, DriveCentric form strategic partnership to streamline dealer operations

- September 16, 2025
On today's episode of Driving Solutions, automotiveMastermind and DriveCentric announce the launch of a strategic partnership designed to integrate automotiveMastermind’s predictive analytics with DriveCentric’s customer relationship management (CRM) platform. Joined by...

Digital Dealer returns with shorter format, new AI focus – Jaymie Nielsen 

- September 15, 2025
Digital Dealer is set to return to Las Vegas Oct. 14–15 at Mandalay Bay with a streamlined format, new content approach, and an expanded focus on artificial intelligence, according to...

Cox Automotive’s Mark Vickery on how AI is personalizing the customer experience

- September 4, 2025
According to Mark Vickery, the Associate Vice President of Performance Management at Cox Automotive, artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the automotive industry experience. On today's episode of Driving Solutions, Vickery...