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

Joseph Michelli

Avoid These 5 Outdated Practices to Gain Your Customer’s Trust – Joseph Michelli, NYT Best-Selling Author

- May 13, 2019
Every dealer knows that providing clients with an excellent customer experience is the easiest and fastest way to win their loyalty. And while there are many strategies out there to...
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vehicle affordability

April Car Sales: As New Vehicle Prices Rise, Consumers Continue to Trend Toward Used Vehicles, But For How Long? – Karl Brauer, KBB

- May 9, 2019
April Car Sales: As New Vehicle Affordability Issues Persist, Consumers Continue to Trend Toward Used Vehicles, But For How Long? - Karl Brauer, Autotrader & KBB While U.S. auto sales softened...
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Brian Finkelmeyer

How Dealerships Can Adapt to Changes in Consumer Demand – Brian Finkelmeyer, vAuto

- May 6, 2019
Auto sales were reported down for most manufacturers in the month of April and the Federal Reserve decided to keep interest rates where they are for the foreseeable future. So...
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Workplace Harassment

How to Avoid Workplace Harassment Scandals and Appropriately Address Claims – David Druzynski, Auto/Mate

- May 2, 2019
On today's show, we welcome back David Druzynski, Chief People Officer at Auto/Mate Dealership Systems. David recently wrote an article for WardsAuto Magazine called "How to Deter Dealership Workplace Harassment"....
Management & Leadership Auto News
Comcast Spotlight

Track Your TV Advertising Data to Make Marketing Spend More Efficient – Max Steckler, Chief Product Officer, AutoChoice

- May 1, 2019
Cable television's data capabilities have evolved, creating a powerful marketing channel for automotive marketers, but are these marketers taking advantage of the opportunities? There's a disconnect it seems between what...
Sales & Marketing Auto News
Mark Rikess

Changes Your Dealership Can Make Today to Build a Lasting Sales Team – Mark Rikess

- April 30, 2019
On today’s show, we welcome back Mark Rikess, CEO of The Rikess Group, a training and consulting group focused on helping dealers implement a one-price selling method. In this segment,...
Management & Leadership Auto News
Car Buyer Journey

How the Car Buyer Journey Has Changed and What it Means for Your Dealership – Isabelle Helms, Cox Automotive

- April 29, 2019
On today’s show, we’re pleased to welcome back Isabelle Helms, vice president of research and market intelligence for Cox Automotive. Isabelle is here to discuss Cox’s recent 2019 Car Buyer...
Daily Automotive News Auto News
MotorTrend

Chevy Dealer Tim Roberts Discusses MotorTrend’s CPO Program

- April 25, 2019
You know those cars you have on your lot that aren't the same brand of vehicles that you sell at your franchise, and you have no way to certify them...
Sales & Marketing Auto News
F&I

Increase Your F&I Department’s PVR with These 3 Strategies – Adam Marburger, Ascent Dealer Services

- April 24, 2019
On today’s show, we welcome back Adam Marburger, F&I expert, and President of Ascent Dealer Services. Adam always has great insight into what makes a successful F&I office and what...
F&I Auto News
middle managers

How to Set Up Your Middle Managers for Long-Term Success in the Dealership – Brian Finnegan, Advanced Dealer Concepts

- April 23, 2019
On today's show, we discuss the turnover dealers see with middle managers and the challenges they face on the showroom floor every day with Brian Finnegan, president of Advanced Dealer...
Management & Leadership Auto News

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