We are two years removed from the height of the pandemic and the automotive market has never been more volatile than it is now. Certainly, there are dealers still making...
In the dynamic world of automotive dealership fixed operations, the pursuit of excellence is paramount. Dealerships rely on a dedicated team of technicians, service advisors, and parts personnel to deliver...
In an era where change is the only constant, Jonathan Dawson's latest episode of Mind Your Own Business offers a masterclass on leadership resilience and strategic foresight. As businesses navigate economic turbulence...
Does anyone remember the last time there was major ‘disruption’ in communications between auto finance lenders and auto dealers? If not, let me refresh your memory, back about 20 years...
In an industry as challenging and complex as fixed operations, attracting and retaining top-tier talent is not just a goal—it's a necessity. The landscape of finding and recruiting in fixed...
Group 1 Automotive, one of the nation's largest and top-selling automotive retailers, announced the acquisition of Newport Lexus and Tustin Lexus from Wilson Automotive. The two high-performing Lexus dealerships are in...
As the automotive retail industry settles into 2024, there's cautious optimism about returning to 'near-normal' vehicle inventory levels. This is a welcome change from the shortages that began in 2020....
Facing fluctuating supply chains, shifts in consumer preferences and normalizing trends, used car dealers have implemented new strategies to source inventory and keep sales high in the post-pandemic economy. Here...
In 2024, the world of dealership marketing is witnessing a significant shift. Traditional methods like email marketing are becoming less effective, paving the way for more direct and engaging strategies....
If you google the average age of a car on the road in America today you will find it's an astounding 12.5 years and growing! I am in dealerships every...