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CYD39.410-0.08%
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GM72.540-2.5%
F11.590-0.09%
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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%
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Learn how dealerships can harness AI in their F&I departments to boost sales, streamline operations, and enhance customer satisfaction .

How Dealerships F&I Can Utilize AI to Boost Sales

- July 10, 2024
Finance and Insurance (F&I) departments have long struggled with inefficiencies and missed opportunities. But now, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is emerging as a powerful tool to streamline operations and enhance sales. The question...
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Experian revealed a recent report showing more consumers opting for EVs. Joining us is Melinda Zabritski to provide more insights. first quarter

Melinda Zabritski reveals that the automotive finance market shows strength amid economic challenges

- July 5, 2024
According to Experian, captives accounted for the largest new vehicle market share in the first quarter. Melinda Zabritski, Experian's head of automotive financial insights, will join us on the latest...
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Today, Pete MacInnis concludes the series by focusing on core causes of the disconnect between the sales and finance process.

The disconnect between sales and finance  

- June 18, 2024
In my three recent articles, “From the Fax Machine, to the Future: Auto Finance Disruption Time is Here,” “Digital Finance: Consumer Expectations and Today’s Digital Retail Reality,” and “Automotive Finance:...
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The Finance and Insurance (F&I) department, a critical component of any automotive dealership, plays a pivotal role in driving profitability. We all know the F&I staff often grapples with challenges leading to customer dissatisfaction and employee frustration.  

Alleviating frustrations in F&I departments for enhanced customer satisfaction and profitability

- June 17, 2024
Introduction  The Finance and Insurance (F&I) department, a critical component of any automotive dealership, plays a pivotal role in driving profitability. We all know the F&I staff often grapples with challenges...
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I’m Steve Greenfield from Automotive Ventures, and I’m glad that you could join us.It’s been a tough quarter for many of the legacy automakers. highways emissions

Consumers shift to used cars amid frustration with tech-heavy new models

- June 14, 2024
Welcome back to the latest episode of the Future of Automotive on CBT News, where we put recent automotive and mobility news into the context of the broader themes impacting...
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I’m Steve Greenfield from Automotive Ventures, and I’m glad that you could join us.It’s been a tough quarter for many of the legacy automakers. highways emissions

Legacy automakers struggle with EV transition, hybrids offer profitability amid uncertainty

- June 7, 2024
Welcome back to the latest episode of the Future of Automotive on CBT News, where we put recent automotive and mobility news into the context of the broader themes impacting...
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AI has the potential to streamline the lease and finance payment process for everyone involved—from application to assessing creditworthiness

Are You Ready for AI to Drive Auto Lease & Finance?

- May 28, 2024
Embrace the inevitable Once a new technology rolls over you, if you're not part of the steamroller, you're part of the road. -- Stewart Brand, Project developer, writer, and entrepreneur Almost overnight,...
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AI technologies shouldn’t be used as isolated systems. But instead, as an integral component of your fixed ops department’s overall approach.

Using AI to drive more fixed ops revenue

- May 2, 2024
The fixed ops department is the lifeblood of most dealerships. But this vital profit center continuously faces challenges from rising customer expectations, ever-changing vehicle technology, and competitive pressures. Exploring optimization...
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Earlier this week: Nissan plans to boost sales by 1 million units and slash EV costs through its "Arc" strategy by 2027.

Automotive weekly roundup: Nissan targets growth, online sales rise, Hyundai Invests big in EV future

- March 29, 2024
Earlier this week: Nissan plans to boost sales by 1 million units and slash EV costs through its "Arc" strategy by 2027. CarGurus reports a trend toward online car buying...
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Automotive AI is full of promise–from enhancing the customer experience and empowering staff to driving better business results.

Maximizing performance with automotive AI

- March 26, 2024
As the auto industry begins to stabilize, dealers and OEMs face a new set of challenges. Slowly rising inventory levels, declining margins, brittle supply chains, and persistent labor shortages mean...
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