TSLA426.0108.16%
GM78.7901.58%
F14.9301.26%
RIVN14.2200.07%
CYD57.3501.69%
HMC26.4700.21%
TM189.080-0.58%
CVNA68.2803.89%
PAG164.7303%
LAD276.5802.05%
AN189.9803.55%
GPI326.1806.07%
ABG187.7202.34%
SAH78.1602.26%
TSLA426.0108.16%
GM78.7901.58%
F14.9301.26%
RIVN14.2200.07%
CYD57.3501.69%
HMC26.4700.21%
TM189.080-0.58%
CVNA68.2803.89%
PAG164.7303%
LAD276.5802.05%
AN189.9803.55%
GPI326.1806.07%
ABG187.7202.34%
SAH78.1602.26%
TSLA426.0108.16%
GM78.7901.58%
F14.9301.26%
RIVN14.2200.07%
CYD57.3501.69%
HMC26.4700.21%
TM189.080-0.58%
CVNA68.2803.89%
PAG164.7303%
LAD276.5802.05%
AN189.9803.55%
GPI326.1806.07%
ABG187.7202.34%
SAH78.1602.26%


automotive industry insights

Gail Rubinstein joins Inside Automotive to discuss social media strategies and artificial intelligence tools for the dealership.

Enhancing your dealership’s social media strategy with AI — Gail Rubinstein | Retail Resilient

- July 25, 2023
Social media and artificial intelligence have completely transformed the way dealers connect and interact with customers. On this episode of Inside Automotive, host Jim Fitzpatrick is joined by Gail Rubinstein,...
Mike Hoyser from Phone Ninjas joins Inside Automotive to discuss how dealerships are handling an increase in phone call volume.

How to take back control of your dealership’s call center — Mike Hoyser | Phone Ninjas

- July 25, 2023
As new car inventory across the country expands, so too has the number of calls placed to dealerships. The increase in volume has made it challenging for employees to keep...
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has rebranded Twitter as "X," replacing the platform's iconic blue branding with a new black-and-white theme.

Tesla CEO Musk swaps out Twitter bird with ‘X’ logo after ad revenue declines

- July 24, 2023
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has formally rebranded Twitter as "X," substituting the social media platform's iconic white-and-blue bird logo on Monday with a simple black-and-white design featuring the titular letter. The...
Jeep-maker Stellantis and South Korean tech manufacturer Samsung SDI have confirmed plans to build a new electric vehicle battery plant.

Stellantis and SDI agree to build second electric vehicle battery plant

- July 24, 2023
Jeep-maker Stellantis and South Korean tech manufacturer Samsung SDI have confirmed plans to build a new electric vehicle battery plant, slated to launch in 2027. The facility is the second project...
Tesla financing

Tesla now offers a 7-year financing term for all vehicle models

- July 24, 2023
Tesla is producing vehicles at an all-time rate. The EV manufacturer is starting to cling to its inventory despite its excellent delivery rates. Considering the Model 3 and Y, Tesla has kept a few cars throughout...
On today’s edition of Inside Automotive, we’re pleased to welcome Ted Smith, President of the Florida Automobile Dealers Association (FADA).

FADA Pres. Ted Smith on direct-to-consumer sales ban, Ford’s Model e program

- July 24, 2023
In June, Florida Governor Ron Desantis signed a bill banning direct-to-consumer sales (excluding Tesla) to protect franchise dealers in the state, which went into effect on July 1. On this...
AutoNation strengthened its position over the second quarter, beating analyst revenue forecasts thanks to higher earnings and new car sales.

AutoNation beats forecast, maintains revenue in Q2 despite sluggish sales

- July 21, 2023
AutoNation strengthened its position over the second quarter, beating analyst revenue forecasts thanks to higher earnings from after-sales services and increasing demand for new vehicles. Analysts had expected AutoNation to announce...
The automotive business has been significantly impacted by artificial intelligence. According to Future Market Insights, sales of driverless vehicles are expected to reach $70 billion by 2033. However, AI-powered self-driving cars are not the only change; the manufacture of cars is already incorporating AI technology.  

CNBC report: BMW uses AI to expedite vehicle assembly

- July 21, 2023
The automotive business has been significantly impacted by artificial intelligence. According to Future Market Insights, sales of driverless vehicles are expected to reach $70 billion by 2033. However, AI-powered self-driving...
According to an Auto Trader report, the number of people interested in buying a “Chevy Convertible Corvette” has increased by 120% since the release of the “Barbie” trailer.

Hagerty CEO says ‘Barbie’ is fueling a significant uptick in vintage car purchases

- July 21, 2023
According to an Auto Trader report, the number of people interested in buying a “Chevy Convertible Corvette” has increased by 120% since the release of the “Barbie” trailer.  In a time...
Lena Bourgeois joins Inside Automotive to discuss how dealers often underestimate female car shoppers and why that needs to change.

Female car buyers: Why dealers shouldn’t underestimate women — Lena Bourgeois | Equifax

- July 21, 2023
Women make up one of the largest car buyer demographics in the U.S., but many dealers are still relying on outdated practices or old-school perspectives that deter female shoppers, both...


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