Tag: car dealers
Don’t wait to correct F&I mistakes–acting quickly benefits everyone
With so many people involved in every car deal, there are several ways that things can go sideways. Between sales, F&I, delivery, etc…breakdowns can...
Is there a disconnect between your service managers and technicians? Here’s...
Strong connections between service department managers and technicians are vital on two fronts: productivity and customer satisfaction. But sometimes poor communication, lack of training,...
AutoFi’s platform expansion delivers overwhelming results with Deal Time Reduced by...
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. (January 8, 2024)—AutoFi Inc. the leading provider of sales and finance technology across the automotive industry, has expanded its platform into...
The Executive Profile: How Corina Diehl overcame adversity to build a...
Welcome to another edition of the Executive Profile. Recently, anchor Jim Fitzpatrick traveled to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and spoke with the owner and CEO of...
7 essential video lead response tips for car dealerships
Video has become part of everyday life, ranging from entertaining people to providing a quick education on just about any subject you could imagine....
Penske acquires Don Allen Auto for $12.34 million, Feldman enters Indiana...
Despite a slight decline from 2022's record highs, blue sky values—a key metric in dealership valuation—remain elevated, standing at 2.3 times above pre-pandemic levels....
How to grow your dealership’s online reviews and reputation
It's no secret that online reviews are essential for businesses, which goes double for auto dealerships. With so much competition, it's crucial to have...
Harnessing big data for dealerships: analysis, techniques and tools
Data has become the driving force behind informed decision-making in retail and marketing. And this is especially so in the automotive industry. MarketWatch states,...
Honda’s leap into used car leasing: a signpost to the future...
As Honda announces its foray into certified pre-owned (CPO) vehicle leasing, it may be that the automotive industry stands at a curious crossroads. This move...
In your backyard: what to do if competitive dealers are advertising...
Dealerships are competitive with one another, to say the least. Whether you are seeing more license plates from competitive dealers in your area or...