TSLA435.790-6.31%
GM83.240-1.11%
F17.4400.79%
RIVN16.3001.1%
CYD56.7200.39%
HMC26.990-0.3%
TM189.950-1.89%
CVNA73.000-0.49%
PAG167.370-0.8%
LAD290.890-4.73%
AN187.720-6.02%
GPI316.340-10.09999%
ABG187.710-7.04%
SAH82.620-1.12%
TSLA435.790-6.31%
GM83.240-1.11%
F17.4400.79%
RIVN16.3001.1%
CYD56.7200.39%
HMC26.990-0.3%
TM189.950-1.89%
CVNA73.000-0.49%
PAG167.370-0.8%
LAD290.890-4.73%
AN187.720-6.02%
GPI316.340-10.09999%
ABG187.710-7.04%
SAH82.620-1.12%
TSLA435.790-6.31%
GM83.240-1.11%
F17.4400.79%
RIVN16.3001.1%
CYD56.7200.39%
HMC26.990-0.3%
TM189.950-1.89%
CVNA73.000-0.49%
PAG167.370-0.8%
LAD290.890-4.73%
AN187.720-6.02%
GPI316.340-10.09999%
ABG187.710-7.04%
SAH82.620-1.12%


CDK Global

The simple 'paperwork' mistake that could cost dealers $10,000

The simple ‘paperwork’ mistake that could cost dealers $10,000

- May 13, 2026
On the Dash: CDK Global says a paperwork problem cost a dealer $10,000 during a manufacturer audit. NADA calls federal record-keeping requirements among the most burdensome rules dealers face today. ...
Fixed-Ops Articles
Car buying ease falls to 3 year low as tight inventory squeezes dealers. CDK Global data shows April's Ease of Purchase score hit its lowest point in three years.

Car buying ease falls to 3 year low as tight inventory squeezes dealers

- May 4, 2026
On the Dash: Car buying ease hit a three-year low in April. Fewer than half of buyers, 44%, found the vehicle they wanted on the lot. Tight inventory drove many...
Market Reports Articles
Anu Roberts, J.D. Power, CDK Global,

2026 J.D. Power Auto Summit: Anu Roberts | CDK Global

- February 13, 2026
We’re on-site at the 2026 J.D. Power Auto Summit. Joining us today is Anu Roberts, Senior Director of Product Marketing for CDK Global, to explain how dealers can unify customer data, apply...
Event Coverage Featured
car buying experience

CDK data shows improved car buying experience in January

- February 6, 2026
On the Dash: Ease of Purchase scores rose to 85% in January, up from 69% in December. In-stock vehicle availability improved from 31% to 57%, boosting satisfaction. Buyers completed more...
Industry News Articles
CDK Global, NADA Show 2026

NADA Show 2026: Brian MacDonald | CDK

- February 5, 2026
Dealerships generate massive amounts of data, but turning it into actionable insights is where the advantage lies. At NADA Show 2026, Jim Fitzpatrick sits down with CDK CEO Brian...
NADA Show Event Coverage
CDK, dealers brace for EV lease influx

Dealers brace for influx of off-lease EVs in 2026, CDK reports

- January 26, 2026
On the Dash: EV lease returns are projected to exceed 300,000 units in 2026, driven by heavy leasing in 2022–23. Most off-lease vehicles will be low-mileage and warranty-backed, supporting CPO...
Pre-Owned Sales & Remarketing Articles
A CDK survey finds 54% of car shoppers say tariffs make them more likely to consider American brands amid rising vehicle prices.

Tariffs push more car shoppers toward American brands

- January 21, 2026
On the Dash: More than half of U.S. car shoppers say tariffs make them more likely to consider American vehicle brands. Interest in domestic brands is strongest among EV and...
Data & Analytics Articles
December car-buying survey shows lower satisfaction, limited inventory, harder negotiations, and more dealership visits for shoppers.

CDK survey reveals rising frustration among vehicle buyers in December

- January 14, 2026
On the Dash: December Ease of Purchase score lands at 69%, below 2025’s 84% average. Vehicle availability dropped to 31%, forcing more shoppers to buy in transit or choose alternatives. ...
Data & Analytics Articles
AI guides car buyers but creates misinformation, unrealistic expectations, and cross-market confusion for dealerships.

AI-informed buyers present new challenges for dealerships

- November 25, 2025
On the Dash: AI-informed buyers may arrive overconfident with outdated or inaccurate vehicle and pricing information. The technology can generate unrealistic negotiation and purchase expectations based on past market trends. ...
Articles Headlines

Ease of Purchase dips in October despite improved car-buying steps

- November 4, 2025
On the Dash: The overall Ease of Purchase score fell to 85% in October despite improvements in nearly all individual steps of the car-buying process. Vehicle availability improved, with 55%...
Articles Headlines

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