TSLA360.590-20.67001%
GM72.540-2.5%
F11.590-0.09%
RIVN15.4000.46%
CYD39.410-0.08%
HMC24.150-0.16%
TM207.010-2.66%
CVNA313.5481.45799%
PAG149.3400.18%
LAD251.8201%
AN197.680-0.29%
GPI329.450-1.34%
ABG194.7600.73%
SAH64.870-0.38%
TSLA360.590-20.67001%
GM72.540-2.5%
F11.590-0.09%
RIVN15.4000.46%
CYD39.410-0.08%
HMC24.150-0.16%
TM207.010-2.66%
CVNA313.5481.45799%
PAG149.3400.18%
LAD251.8201%
AN197.680-0.29%
GPI329.450-1.34%
ABG194.7600.73%
SAH64.870-0.38%
TSLA360.590-20.67001%
GM72.540-2.5%
F11.590-0.09%
RIVN15.4000.46%
CYD39.410-0.08%
HMC24.150-0.16%
TM207.010-2.66%
CVNA313.5481.45799%
PAG149.3400.18%
LAD251.8201%
AN197.680-0.29%
GPI329.450-1.34%
ABG194.7600.73%
SAH64.870-0.38%


car dealership

AI, with the right information present, can quickly and easily deliver personalized information to both salespeople and customers.

How AI can improve your car dealership’s customer experience strategy

- October 24, 2023
Artificial intelligence is on the horizon and can be useful to car dealerships in many ways. While the speed and automation of artificial intelligence can’t do every job at your...
Sales & Marketing Articles
Addressing decision paralysis begins with developing a decision-making framework. This could be as simple as a pros and cons list.

Perfect the art of decision-making for dealership management success

- October 24, 2023
Imagine it’s Monday morning. You walk into your dealership, the third cup of coffee in hand, mentally preparing for the week. Suddenly, you’re inundated with urgent emails, a barrage of...
Management & Leadership Articles
At the recent 2023 Digital Dealer conference, anchor Jim Fitzpatrick spoke with Rick Dearden, a regional director for Lotlinx.

How dealers can take control of their inventory management — Rick Dearden | Lotlinx

- October 24, 2023
Rick Dearden is a regional director at Lotlinx, a technology platform that provides auto dealers and manufacturers with enhanced operational control over their retail business. CBT News anchor Jim Fitzpatrick...
Event Coverage
Tapping into your pe­rsonal power for sales unlocks a multitude of benefits that go beyond simply boosting your sales numbers.

6 strategies to harness your personal power an increase sales success

- October 23, 2023
In the world of sale­s, a profound understanding of the industry and its products is undeniably crucial. Howe­ver, true advanceme­nt in your sales performance de­pends on unleashing your personal powe­r....
Sales & Marketing Articles
Auditing your service scheduling process is the best way to find potential bottlenecks and implement techniques to improve fixed operations. 

Auditing your dealership’s service scheduling processes

- October 20, 2023
The gateway to your dealership’s service department is scheduling. Make this process effortless, and the journey for a satisfied customer gets off on the right foot. However, you may never...
Fixed-Ops Articles
This article offers valuable­ insights and strategic approaches to help de­alerships navigate the use­d EV market successfully.

How to successfully navigate the used EV market

- October 19, 2023
The automotive­ industry is undergoing a notable shift towards ele­ctric vehicles (EVs), driven by the­ growing environmental awarene­ss among consumers and advancements in EV te­chnology. In the midst of this...
Sales & Marketing Articles

How to make F&I meetings a home run for everyone

- October 19, 2023
Who likes meetings? Not many of you reading this right now have department meetings at the top of your list of fun things to deal with every day at the...
F&I Articles
Encouraging a culture of creativity and innovation within your organization makes employees feel much more comfortable sharing new ideas.

Fostering a culture of creativity to drive innovation in your dealership

- October 18, 2023
As with most sectors, the automotive industry must continue to come up with creative solutions and groundbreaking innovations to keep consumers happy. Professionals in the automotive retail industry have to...
Management & Leadership Articles
Providing tailored, personalized suggestions based on a user’s browsing history, mobile apps can make customers feel appreciated and understood.

Leveraging mobile apps for improved customer engagement in dealerships

- October 18, 2023
On any given day in your dealership, a mechanic will grapple with diagnosing a perplexing issue in a customer’s vehicle. A tool that swiftly and accurately solves the mystery would...
Sales & Marketing Articles
The world of fixed ops is changing rapidly. If you don’t pay attention to the latest trends, you could find yourself lagging behind.

5 trends impacting your fixed ops profits and how to address them

- October 17, 2023
Since the dawn of the car business, dealerships have been focused primarily on selling cars. Fixed ops has often been an afterthought. Ironically, fixed ops profit margins are significantly higher...
Fixed-Ops Articles

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