TSLA376.3002.58%
GM78.050-0.47%
F12.385-0.095%
RIVN16.520-0.43%
CYD42.2400.37%
HMC24.340-0.14%
TM192.320-3.76%
CVNA409.0506.03%
PAG160.4200.42%
LAD274.920-1.47%
AN203.0700.1%
GPI341.3901.61%
ABG203.0601.05%
SAH71.8400.62%
TSLA376.3002.58%
GM78.050-0.47%
F12.385-0.095%
RIVN16.520-0.43%
CYD42.2400.37%
HMC24.340-0.14%
TM192.320-3.76%
CVNA409.0506.03%
PAG160.4200.42%
LAD274.920-1.47%
AN203.0700.1%
GPI341.3901.61%
ABG203.0601.05%
SAH71.8400.62%
TSLA376.3002.58%
GM78.050-0.47%
F12.385-0.095%
RIVN16.520-0.43%
CYD42.2400.37%
HMC24.340-0.14%
TM192.320-3.76%
CVNA409.0506.03%
PAG160.4200.42%
LAD274.920-1.47%
AN203.0700.1%
GPI341.3901.61%
ABG203.0601.05%
SAH71.8400.62%


car-buying process

Explore the evolving car buying process: blending digital strategies with tradition, emphasizing customer experience and human touch.

Modernizing the car buying process in a tech-driven world

- October 4, 2023
As technology continues to push boundaries and redefine norms, it's essential to understand where the industry stands and where it's headed. According to a recent Cox Automotive study, 8% of...
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OfferLogix partners with Equifax to provide vendors with credit-perfect payments – Aaron Bickart | EVP

- June 21, 2022
OfferLogix has a history of enabling seamless customer experiences with their penny-perfect payments, and now they have a new partnership sure to take things to the next level. Joining Inside...
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The 4 essential rules to successful selling

- June 15, 2022
On the latest episode of Straight Talk, host David Lewis, President of David Lewis & Associates, discusses the rules that are applied to every structured process, which are the four rules to...
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Why penny-perfect payments are vital to the car buying experience – Aaron Bickart | EVP at OfferLogix

- May 17, 2022
Are you looking for ways to increase your bottom line? You may want to start by looking at your customer experience and digital retailing solutions. Today on Inside Automotive, we're...
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Achieve the ultimate customer experience with penny-perfect payments – Aaron Bickart | EVP at OfferLogix

- April 19, 2022
Today on Inside Automotive, we're pleased to welcome back Aaron Bickart, Executive Vice President and General Manager at OfferLogix, to discuss why penny-perfect payments are essential to the customer buying...
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Why instant payment accuracy can help your dealer partners sell more cars – Aaron Bickart | EVP at OfferLogix

- February 15, 2022
How are you ensuring that your car dealership is providing remarkable customer service? Today on Inside Automotive, we're pleased to welcome back Aaron Bickart, Executive Vice President and General Manager...
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How car dealers can gain a competitive edge in the turbulent used car market

- January 19, 2022
Welcome to another edition of Inside Automotive with Jim Fitzpatrick. Car dealerships tackled some major headwinds in 2021 as supply chain shortages put the brakes on new car production. Car...
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Where is digital retailing headed in 2022 and how can car dealers prepare? – Aaron Bickart | EVP at OfferLogix

- January 18, 2022
We’ve seen tremendous changes as well as innovation in the automotive industry throughout the past year, so what’s in store for 2022? Today on Inside Automotive, we're pleased to welcome...
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Cox Automotive’s Kevin Filan on how dealers can best meet today’s consumer demands

- November 19, 2021
More and more, car buyers expect a flexible, streamlined experience, whether that’s a mostly in-store purchase, a fully online process, or in most cases, a combination of both. Dealerships have made tremendous strides and continue to look...
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Dealer Inspire’s Joe Chura and Credit IQ’s Bill Liatsis talk $30M acquisition

- November 16, 2021
In case you missed it, Cars.com has acquired fintech company Credit IQ. The $30 million deal is welcome news for many dealers as a seamless car-buying transaction is at the...
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Stellantis to prioritize four core brands in turnaround strategy, sources say The automaker plans to shift funding toward Jeep, Ram, Peugeot, and Fiat while maintaining its broader portfolio. On the Dash: Expect increased product investment and marketing support for Jeep, Ram, Peugeot and Fiat. Regional and niche brands may see reduced volume but more targeted positioning and shared platforms. Platform-sharing and rebadging strategies could affect inventory mix and model differentiation. Stellantis will concentrate most of its investment on four core brands as CEO Antonio Filosa pushes a turnaround strategy set for release May 21, according to a Reuters exclusive. The automaker has identified Jeep, Ram, Peugeot, and Fiat as its priority brands. It will allocate a “material increase” in funding to them, driven by their stronger global sales and profitability, marking a shift away from the company’s previous approach of distributing investment more evenly across its portfolio. Sign up for CBT News’ daily newsletter and get the latest industry stories delivered straight to your inbox. Stellantis will retain its 14-brand lineup, the largest in the industry, and will not shut down underperforming marques. Instead, the company will reposition secondary brands such as Citroën, Opel and Alfa Romeo to operate in regional or niche roles. These brands will rely on shared platforms and technology developed by the core brands while maintaining distinct styling and market identity. The strategy comes as Stellantis works to regain market share in the United States and Europe while facing growing competition from Chinese EV makers. The company earlier reported a 22.2 billion-euro charge tied to scaling back its EV plans, underscoring the urgency of the strategic shift. Its market valuation has also declined significantly in recent months. To support the transition, Stellantis will expand its use of shared “multi-energy” platforms that support electric, hybrid and internal combustion (ICE) vehicles. Additionally, the company is evaluating rebadging strategies and joint development programs, including collaborations with its Chinese partner, Leapmotor. Executives and investors backing the plan expect the increased focus on core brands to improve efficiency and strengthen financial performance. Analysts say Stellantis could still consider further consolidation if results fall short of expectations. Meta description (140 characters) Stellantis to boost funding for Jeep, Ram, Peugeot and Fiat, shifting strategy while maintaining its 14-brand global portfolio.
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