TSLA360.840-6.31999%
GM83.6200.57%
F12.2050.155%
RIVN12.835-0.115%
CYD26.540-0.03%
HMC34.0550.605%
TM192.6004%
CVNA60.4002.44%
PAG211.10016.31%
LAD300.60019.11%
AN160.8857.695%
GPI242.05013.68%
ABG170.8208.85%
SAH65.0605.01%
TSLA360.840-6.31999%
GM83.6200.57%
F12.2050.155%
RIVN12.835-0.115%
CYD26.540-0.03%
HMC34.0550.605%
TM192.6004%
CVNA60.4002.44%
PAG211.10016.31%
LAD300.60019.11%
AN160.8857.695%
GPI242.05013.68%
ABG170.8208.85%
SAH65.0605.01%
TSLA360.840-6.31999%
GM83.6200.57%
F12.2050.155%
RIVN12.835-0.115%
CYD26.540-0.03%
HMC34.0550.605%
TM192.6004%
CVNA60.4002.44%
PAG211.10016.31%
LAD300.60019.11%
AN160.8857.695%
GPI242.05013.68%
ABG170.8208.85%
SAH65.0605.01%


Dealer Interviews

On today’s Inside Automotive, we’re joined by the CEO of Ken Garff Automotive Group, Brett Hopkins, to tell us more about this acquisition and the state of his operations today.

How Ken Garff Auto Group is fusing its mainland culture with its Hawaii acquisitions — Brett Hopkins

- August 16, 2023
Automotive powerhouse Ken Garff Automotive Group, number nine of the top 150 dealership groups, recently expanded its portfolio on the islands of Hawaii. On this edition of Inside Automotive, we’re...
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Scott Gruwell of Courtesy Automotive Group joins Inside Automotive to discuss what car dealers can expect to see for the remainder of 2023.

The halfway point: where car dealers see themselves in the next 6 months — Scott Gruwell | Courtesy Automotive Group

- August 8, 2023
For the better part of seven decades, the Courtesy Automotive Group, one of the top car dealers in the U.S., has been known for its innovative solutions and a strong...
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Adapting to the auto industry’s dynamic market — Jonathan Fowler | Fowler Holding Company

- August 3, 2023
Dealers have found ways to adapt to today’s changing market conditions, like selling electric vehicles. On today’s Inside Automotive, we’re catching up with Jonathan Fowler, the President of Fowler Holding...
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Sonic Automotive president Jeff Dyke joins Inside Automotive to discuss the second quarter and the need for inventory in the used market.

More inventory, more sales: analyzing the second quarter — Jeff Dyke | Sonic Automotive

- July 31, 2023
Despite the announcement of suspending operations at several EchoPark locations and delivery/buy centers, Sonic Automotive is yet again reporting all-time revenue records. On this episode of Inside Automotive, host Jim...
Inside Automotive Management & Leadership
Bill Feinstein

How Honda is making progress on inventory, EVs and affordability — Bill Feinstein

- July 21, 2023
 On this episode of Inside Automotive, CBT News anchor Jim Fitzpatrick is joined by Bill Feinstein, President of Planet Honda in New Hampshire, General Manager of Planet Honda in New...
Featured Management & Leadership
Tim Bergstrom joins Inside Automotive to discuss new automotive industry trends and how dealers are adjusting to the changed landscape.

How Bergstrom Automotive is adapting to post-COVID industry trends — Tim Bergstrom

- July 4, 2023
While the industry collects itself in the aftermath of COVID, dealers are on the frontline tackling never-before-seen automotive trends. On this episode of Inside Automotive, host Jim Fitzpatrick is joined...
Featured Management & Leadership

From car salesman to mega-dealer: Cuban-born Mario Murgado’s journey to unparalleled success

- June 22, 2023
On today’s Executive Profile, we visited Mario Murgado, President and CEO of Murgado Automotive Group, at his brand new, state-of-the-art Cadillac dealership in Miami, Florida. Like many Cuban immigrants seeking...
Featured Executive Profile
Gary Barbera, owner of Barbera Autoland

Dealer Gary Barbera takes a gamble on providing ‘casino-like’ buying experiences

- June 8, 2023
While dealers have experienced incredible growth, consumer demand is primarily driving those figures. On today's edition of Inside Automotive, Gary Barbera, founder of Barbera's Autoland, discusses his company's market and operational...
Management & Leadership Inside Automotive
Today on Inside Automotive, we’re pleased to welcome Sutherlin Automotive CEO, Brett Sutherlin, to tell us about the group's latest deals.

View from the top: How dealer Brett Sutherlin is leading his group to long-term success

- May 31, 2023
As our M&A experts have reported, public transactions have slowed, but the private market is still very active, especially for Sutherlin Automotive. Recently, the group sold three of its  dealerships...
Management & Leadership Featured
Ginny Bowden, dealer principle of the world's oldest Chevrolet store, joins Inside Automotive to discuss the West Virginia car business

Behind the success of the world’s longest-running Chevrolet dealer — Ginny Bowden | McClinton Chevrolet

- May 30, 2023
McClinton Chevrolet of West Virginia is the world’s oldest Chevrolet store with over 100 years of business. Since its founding 1915, it has remained in the ownership of the McClintons,...
Management & Leadership Inside Automotive


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