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On the latest episode of CBT NOW, Sean Gardner joins us to share some effective techniques to help dealerships' sales teams close more deals.

How sales teams can outperform the competition and close more deals...

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Inventory management is no longer a major issue for many dealerships. Therefore, one key factor in achieving success today is the ability to outperform...
Tesla said it will unveil a robotaxi later this year, following a report claiming its affordable Model 2 project had been cancelled.

Tesla sets date for robotaxi debut following Model 2 cancellation claims

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Tesla is building a robotaxi, according to company CEO Elon Musk. The self-driving vehicle will apparently make its debut this August, according to a short...
On this episode of Mind Your Own Business, host Jonathan Dawson discusses how to lead dealership teams through times of change.

Simple strategies to lead your dealership employees through change

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Adapting to change is a considerable task, one that often leaves dealership leaders at a loss. However, by focusing on the right things, even...
Stellantis CEO wants electric vehicle batteries to lose half their weight, citing the environmental impacts of current-gen technology.

Stellantis CEO calls for lighter electric vehicles amidst hybrid surge

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Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares is calling for lighter electric vehicles as the industry grapples with massive materials costs in current-generation battery technology. Speaking at the...
Eric Schlesinger of ActivEngage joins Kain & Co. to discuss the evolution of dealership technology and how it affects the car buying process.

Diversifying your dealership technology tool kit – Eric Schlesinger | ActivEngage

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On the latest episode of Kain & Co., host David Kain sits down with Eric Schlesinger, chief revenue officer at ActivEngage, to discuss how dealership...
Fisker has withdrawn its earnings forecast for the year shortly after reports circulated of a wave of Ocean SUV cancellations.

Fisker withdraws earnings forecast for 2024 as financial woes mount

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Fisker has withdrawn its 2024 financial forecast as it faces a regulator probe over its Ocean SUV, the latest in a series of troubles...
Stellantis sales declined once more during the first quarter as it cedes market share to Detroit counterparts Ford and General Motors.

Stellantis U.S. sales drop again in Q1 after weak 2023

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Stellantis' U.S. sales continued to decline in the first quarter, causing it to bleed market share while other automakers reported strong year-over-year gains. The European...
Tesla sales declined in the first quarter for the first time in four years, underlining the impact of cooling electric vehicle demand.

Tesla posts disappointing Q1 sales under weakening EV demand

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Tesla posted first-quarter sales on Tuesday, with disappointing forecasts and a sharp decline in deliveries that underline the impact of the electric vehicle market's...
Coulter McMahen joins CBT Now to discuss his new position as the head of the LADA and the important role of dealer associations.

Educating the public on the strengths of franchised dealerships — Coulter...

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The Louisiana Automobile Dealers Association (LADA) plays a critical role in the state's retail automotive environment, working with legislators to preserve the franchise model...
BYD witnessed a sharp quarter-over-quarter electric vehicle sales decline amidst a slowdown in demand and an economic downturn in China.

BYD EV sales plummet in Q1 as hybrids surge

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China-based automaker BYD has reported a significant drop in electric vehicle sales after aggressive price cuts drove record-high volumes in the previous quarter. On Monday,...