TSLA391.95027.75%
GM77.780-1.68%
F12.700-0.01%
RIVN16.4100.42%
CYD42.2900.13%
HMC24.2600.1%
TM213.1801.63%
CVNA371.115-3.09499%
PAG155.130-2.14%
LAD274.480-7.3%
AN195.810-4.19%
GPI332.730-5.25%
ABG202.540-4.03%
SAH65.820-2.41%
TSLA391.95027.75%
GM77.780-1.68%
F12.700-0.01%
RIVN16.4100.42%
CYD42.2900.13%
HMC24.2600.1%
TM213.1801.63%
CVNA371.115-3.09499%
PAG155.130-2.14%
LAD274.480-7.3%
AN195.810-4.19%
GPI332.730-5.25%
ABG202.540-4.03%
SAH65.820-2.41%
TSLA391.95027.75%
GM77.780-1.68%
F12.700-0.01%
RIVN16.4100.42%
CYD42.2900.13%
HMC24.2600.1%
TM213.1801.63%
CVNA371.115-3.09499%
PAG155.130-2.14%
LAD274.480-7.3%
AN195.810-4.19%
GPI332.730-5.25%
ABG202.540-4.03%
SAH65.820-2.41%


fixed operations

after-sale

AutoNation to expand after-sale products with RepairSmith purchase

- December 14, 2022
On Monday, one of the country’s largest automotive retailers, AutoNation, announced the acquisition of maintenance company RepairSmith to boost its after-sale options. The purchase is expected to cost the dealership network...
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retail automotive service departments performance pro forma compensation

Why car dealers must have a consistent service menu process

- October 19, 2022
Many car dealerships ignore the use of menus in their F&I department, though they have been around for decades. In fact, according to one recent study, 80% of service departments...
Daily Newscast
ICE

4 strategies to manage vehicle servicing in an ICE and EV world

- September 7, 2022
The rise in popularity of electric vehicles, thanks to a combination of consumer demand and regulatory efforts, will drive a significant increase in their market share over the next two...
Fixed-Ops Articles
service

How service managers can drive profits and keep customer service intact during busy times

- September 2, 2022
Welcome to another edition of Inside Automotive with anchor Jim Fitzpatrick. We're joined by Jennifer Suzuki, President of eDealer Solutions, acclaimed sales trainer, and NADA Dealer Academy guest instructor on...
Fixed-Ops Inside Automotive
service visit

Why booking the first service visit is key for customer retention

- September 2, 2022
With new vehicle inventory still hard to obtain and used car prices significantly higher than just a year ago, it’s to be expected that the service department will be busier....
Fixed-Ops Articles
automated vehicle inspections

Should your service department consider using automated vehicle inspections?

- July 26, 2022
The automotive industry is evolving rapidly, and with that comes changes in how dealerships operate. In particular, automated vehicle inspections are changing the game regarding service lane efficiency, customer trust,...
Fixed-Ops Articles
retail automotive service departments performance pro forma compensation

Commit to Success: Don’t settle for an average career in retail automotive

- July 20, 2022
Welcome to another episode of Service Drive with Don Reed, CEO of DealerPRO Training. Far too often in the retail automotive industry, dealer principals, general managers, and service directors, among others,...
Headlines
retail automotive service departments performance pro forma compensation

3 C’s to effectively manage and motivate your auto technicians

- June 13, 2022
Welcome to another episode of Service Drive with Don Reed, CEO of DealerPRO Training. Most car dealers and fixed operations managers are familiar with the three 'C's of repair orders: condition,...
Headlines
retail automotive service departments performance pro forma compensation

The value fixed operations training can bring to your car dealership

- May 25, 2022
Welcome to another episode of Service Drive with Don Reed, CEO of DealerPRO Training. One of Reed's fixed operations specialists from DealerPRO Training recently spent two days completing a performance evaluation...
Headlines

Is it time for a fixed ops refresh? Here are 3 areas to focus on – John Fairchild

- May 13, 2022
We’ve heard from many car dealers around the country who continue to face challenges like managing inventory and retaining staff. Today on Inside Automotive, we’re pleased to welcome John Fairchild,...
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