TSLA391.060-3.4%
GM77.7200.08%
F14.1800%
RIVN17.090-0.71%
CYD44.720-1.15%
HMC28.7700.88%
TM179.7602.84%
CVNA70.6400.05%
PAG204.7504.35%
LAD339.1607.79%
AN209.0005.46%
GPI331.65012.25%
ABG226.6608.23%
SAH102.8103.08%
TSLA391.060-3.4%
GM77.7200.08%
F14.1800%
RIVN17.090-0.71%
CYD44.720-1.15%
HMC28.7700.88%
TM179.7602.84%
CVNA70.6400.05%
PAG204.7504.35%
LAD339.1607.79%
AN209.0005.46%
GPI331.65012.25%
ABG226.6608.23%
SAH102.8103.08%
TSLA391.060-3.4%
GM77.7200.08%
F14.1800%
RIVN17.090-0.71%
CYD44.720-1.15%
HMC28.7700.88%
TM179.7602.84%
CVNA70.6400.05%
PAG204.7504.35%
LAD339.1607.79%
AN209.0005.46%
GPI331.65012.25%
ABG226.6608.23%
SAH102.8103.08%


automotive technology

For dealers, technology remains the one aspect that has managed to bridge the "perfect storm," AI, customer data platform, and GA4, together.

How dealers can better utilize the technology in their stores – Kevin Frye | Jeff Wyler

- October 31, 2023
Today's dealers are faced with perplexing operational challenges, yet technology remains the one factor that has managed to bridge the "perfect storm" of artificial intelligence (AI), customer data platforms (CDPs),...
Event Coverage
Highlights from the 2023 Digital Dealer Conference: PureCars CEO discusses data's role and challenges of EVs in the auto industry.

Exploring the evolution of data in automotive marketing — Aaron Sheeks | PureCars

- October 30, 2023
Recently, at the 2023 Digital Dealer conference in Las Vegas, CBT News anchor Jim Fitzpatrick spoke with Aaron Sheeks, the Chief Executive Officer for PureCars. The pair explored the nuances of data-driven strategies...
Event Coverage
BP, is the first company to buy $100 million of Tesla's Supercharger hardware, to use in a third-party charging network.

BP strikes deal with Tesla for $100 million worth of Superchargers

- October 27, 2023
The largest oil and gas conglomerate, BP, is the first company to buy $100 million of Tesla's Supercharger hardware. The purchase marks the first for a company to buy DC charging...
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Digital Dealer coverage: Anchor Jim Fitzpatrick speaks with Noah Lee, the Director of Product Consulting for Dealer.com, Cox Automotive about the importance of first-party data collection.

Why first-party data is more important than ever for your dealership — Noah Lee | Cox Automotive

- October 27, 2023
During the recent Digital Dealer conference in Las Vegas, CBT News anchor Jim Fitzpatrick connected with Noah Lee, the Director of Product Consulting for Dealer.com, Cox Automotive. Together with Jade...
Event Coverage
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

McLaren’s world record Formula 1 pitstop is a lesson in team coordination

- October 27, 2023
Welcome to another edition of The Future of Automotive, with Steve Greenfield, Founder and CEO of Automotive Ventures, where I put recent automotive and mobility news items into context in...
Future of Automotive Featured
Generative AI has the potential to revolutionize marketing, streamlining the traditionally labor-intensive and speculative process.

Where does generative AI fit into dealership operations?

- October 25, 2023
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been revolutionizing different industries, and the dealership sector is not immune to its impact. Generative AI, a specific type of AI, focuses on generating new data...
Daily Automotive News Articles
AI, with the right information present, can quickly and easily deliver personalized information to both salespeople and customers.

How AI can improve your car dealership’s customer experience strategy

- October 24, 2023
Artificial intelligence is on the horizon and can be useful to car dealerships in many ways. While the speed and automation of artificial intelligence can’t do every job at your...
Sales & Marketing Articles
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

Dubai’s GITEX Global: A glimpse into the future of tech and mobility

- October 20, 2023
Welcome to another edition of The Future of Automotive, with Steve Greenfield, Founder and CEO of Automotive Ventures, where I put recent automotive and mobility news items into context in...
Future of Automotive Featured
Providing tailored, personalized suggestions based on a user’s browsing history, mobile apps can make customers feel appreciated and understood.

Leveraging mobile apps for improved customer engagement in dealerships

- October 18, 2023
On any given day in your dealership, a mechanic will grapple with diagnosing a perplexing issue in a customer’s vehicle. A tool that swiftly and accurately solves the mystery would...
Sales & Marketing Articles
The world of fixed ops is changing rapidly. If you don’t pay attention to the latest trends, you could find yourself lagging behind.

5 trends impacting your fixed ops profits and how to address them

- October 17, 2023
Since the dawn of the car business, dealerships have been focused primarily on selling cars. Fixed ops has often been an afterthought. Ironically, fixed ops profit margins are significantly higher...
Fixed-Ops Articles

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