Tag: car dealership
From the fax machine to the future: auto finance disruption’s time...
Does anyone remember the last time there was major ‘disruption’ in communications between auto finance lenders and auto dealers? If not, let me refresh...
How dealerships can win the talent war in fixed operations
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...
Group 1 acquires 2 high-volume Lexus stores in California
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...
2024 auto industry steers through vehicle affordability, inventory roadblocks
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...
40 under 40 Honoree: Colin Liss | Green Mazda Lincoln
CBT News 40 Under 40 honors recipients of the inaugural CBT News 40 Under 40 awards. In this exclusive interview, anchor Jim Fitzpatrick engages...
Rethinking used car management in a post-COVID economy — Josh Callahan...
Facing fluctuating supply chains, shifts in consumer preferences and normalizing trends, used car dealers have implemented new strategies to source inventory and keep sales...
Revving up engagement: how text message marketing puts dealerships in the...
In 2024, the world of dealership marketing is witnessing a significant shift. Traditional methods like email marketing are becoming less effective, paving the way...
Beyond the manual: why additional preventative maintenance is key for longevity...
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...
Trends in automotive TV advertising—still worth it for dealers?
Television advertisements are a big deal for car manufacturers. Minding our language, and depending on who you ask, it might be fair to say...
The high-income club’s grip on auto sales
The auto sales landscape is undergoing a seismic shift. In April of last year, CBS Detroit reported that Jonathan Smoke, chief economist at Cox Automotive,...
