It was 1990 and the dealership was Marvin Star Cadillac in Toronto, Canada. This was the first dealership I visited when I started my career in the automotive industry. It...
The 2022 NADA Show has come and gone, but we're still hearing from industry experts and attendees as it was the first time many of us have gathered since the...
In Good to Great, by author and business researcher Jim Collins, most top executives are successful because they have BHAG or Big Hairy Audacious Goals. Their goals then become the vision for the...
If you’ve ever stopped to consider how many parts are walking away from the dealership unbilled, whether through theft or due to oversight, you would be amazed at the money...
No matter what business you are in, retaining and growing your customer base must be a priority in your business plan and operational culture. On the latest episode of Service...
Another six weeks of winter are coming, according to the least official weather predictor in the nation. Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow on Tuesday, and that lore says that winter...
Welcome to this week’s episode of Used Cars Weekly, the original CBT News show dedicated to bringing car dealers best practices and tips for the used car department, in-depth dealer...
The average car dealership relies on fixed ops to bring in enough income to cover the operating expenses. With the latest chip shortages and people hanging onto their cars longer,...
How do you get more people in the service drive to utilize your BDC and increase profits? Is there a solution in today’s climate? On today’s show, we’re pleased to...
As auto dealerships continue to navigate the challenges of a prolonged new vehicle inventory shortage and disruptions within the supply chain, many now face mounting pressure to find or better...