TSLA388.600-5.86%
GM76.620-1.02%
F14.115-0.065%
RIVN16.726-1.0738%
CYD44.980-0.89%
HMC28.7650.875%
TM179.2702.35%
CVNA69.850-0.74%
PAG206.2905.89%
LAD341.86010.49%
AN209.6506.11%
GPI328.8609.46%
ABG227.2308.8%
SAH102.7703.04%
TSLA388.600-5.86%
GM76.620-1.02%
F14.115-0.065%
RIVN16.726-1.0738%
CYD44.980-0.89%
HMC28.7650.875%
TM179.2702.35%
CVNA69.850-0.74%
PAG206.2905.89%
LAD341.86010.49%
AN209.6506.11%
GPI328.8609.46%
ABG227.2308.8%
SAH102.7703.04%
TSLA388.600-5.86%
GM76.620-1.02%
F14.115-0.065%
RIVN16.726-1.0738%
CYD44.980-0.89%
HMC28.7650.875%
TM179.2702.35%
CVNA69.850-0.74%
PAG206.2905.89%
LAD341.86010.49%
AN209.6506.11%
GPI328.8609.46%
ABG227.2308.8%
SAH102.7703.04%


F&I

In this episode of Training Camp, Marburger delivers a message that underscores the relationship between sales managers and F&I departments

Why F&I success starts with the sales desk: building stronger, more collaborative dealership teams

- August 27, 2024
In this episode of Training Camp, Adam Marburger, a seasoned F&I expert, delivers a compelling message that underscores the crucial relationship between sales managers and F&I departments. Marburger draws on...
Training Camp F&I

How top dealers drive profits with synergized F&I and sales strategies

- August 21, 2024
In this engaging episode of Training Camp with Adam Marburger, we delve into how top dealers drive profits with synergized F&I and sales strategies. Top industry leaders Chris Saraceno- VP...
Training Camp F&I
Join Adam Marburger as he shares strategies and insights to transform your F&I operations with the four pillars of F&I success.

Maximizing F&I success: The key role of early involvement in retail transactions

- August 13, 2024
Welcome to another insightful session of Training Camp with Adam Marburger, exclusively on CBT News. In this episode, Marburger dives deep into a critical aspect of dealership operations—the pivotal role...
Training Camp F&I
In today's episode of Inside Automotive, Tony Wanderon, CEO of APCO Holdings, discussed the company's latest acquisitions

Tony Wanderon discusses APCO Holdings’ strategic acquisitions and the future of F&I

- August 8, 2024
In today's episode of Inside Automotive, Tony Wanderon, CEO of APCO Holdings, discussed the company's latest acquisitions of Rider's Advantage and Capital Administrative Professionals. He also shares insights into the...
Inside Automotive F&I
The automotive retailing industry must come together and disrupt to improve the auto finance processes—for all stakeholders.

From the fax machine to the future: auto finance disruption’s time is here

- February 29, 2024
Does anyone remember the last time there was major ‘disruption’ in communications between auto finance lenders and auto dealers? If not, let me refresh your memory, back about 20 years...
F&I Articles
Joining us today on Driving Solutions Gabe Garroni, Senior Vice President of Insurance Sales at Ally to discuss changes in the F&I office.

Ally’s Gabe Garroni explores innovative trends in virtual and digital F&I services

- February 7, 2024
Recognizing the consumer demands for flexibility and convenience, the F&I office is being revolutionized, and much of the automotive sales process has moved online. Here to discuss some of those...
F&I Driving Solutions
As we navigate the automotive landscape in 2024, understanding the factors influencing new vehicle affordability is crucial.

Navigating vehicle affordability challenges in 2024

- January 30, 2024
The automotive industry is constantly evolving, influenced by market conditions, consumer preferences, and various economic factors. The current affordability crisis is no exception, as trends and data shaping vehicle ownership...
F&I Publishing Partners
Today, we explore two of the most common F&I mistakes that can happen at any dealership whether with a veteran or a rookie F&I manager.

Don’t wait to correct F&I mistakes–acting quickly benefits everyone

- January 9, 2024
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 occur at any stage in the...
F&I Articles
There are some easy ways to both be sure current staff is well versed in compliance and that your new hires are too.

F&I checklist and tips for better compliance

- December 27, 2023
Every F&I manager has that thing that’s a perpetual thorn in their side. That thorn is compliance. It’s probably unfair to describe compliance so negatively but it becomes tedious when there...
F&I Articles
Woman choosing a car in a car showroom during the F&I experience

More showing, less selling leads to a better F&I experience

- December 19, 2023
When it comes to the F&I experience, no car buyer wants to be given the fast-talking, hard sales pitch to get them to buy a VSC or appearance protection for...
F&I Articles


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