TSLA376.3002.58%
GM78.050-0.47%
F12.385-0.095%
RIVN16.520-0.43%
CYD42.2400.37%
HMC24.340-0.14%
TM192.320-3.76%
CVNA409.0506.03%
PAG160.4200.42%
LAD274.920-1.47%
AN203.0700.1%
GPI341.3901.61%
ABG203.0601.05%
SAH71.8400.62%
TSLA376.3002.58%
GM78.050-0.47%
F12.385-0.095%
RIVN16.520-0.43%
CYD42.2400.37%
HMC24.340-0.14%
TM192.320-3.76%
CVNA409.0506.03%
PAG160.4200.42%
LAD274.920-1.47%
AN203.0700.1%
GPI341.3901.61%
ABG203.0601.05%
SAH71.8400.62%
TSLA376.3002.58%
GM78.050-0.47%
F12.385-0.095%
RIVN16.520-0.43%
CYD42.2400.37%
HMC24.340-0.14%
TM192.320-3.76%
CVNA409.0506.03%
PAG160.4200.42%
LAD274.920-1.47%
AN203.0700.1%
GPI341.3901.61%
ABG203.0601.05%
SAH71.8400.62%


Jim Roche

fixed-operations

Why your dealership should double-down on fixed-operations – Jim Roche

- December 10, 2020
2020 has posed many challenges for the automotive industry. However, car dealers have been extraordinarily resilient. We have seen the majority of dealers implement digital toolsets and adapt their operations...
Fixed-Ops Featured
Jim Roche

The Keys to Sustaining Profitability in Your Fixed-Ops Department – Jim Roche, Cox Automotive

- February 25, 2020
Vice President for Cox Automotive, Jim Roche joined Jim Fitzpatrick on the CBT Stage at NADA 2020 in Las Vegas to discuss the new chapter of his book Fast Break, the...
Daily Automotive News Fixed-Ops

CBT News Week In Review: February 7, 2020

- February 7, 2020
CBT News Week In Review for Friday, February 7th, 2020: Integrating Your Online Reputation Strategy into Your Dealership's Marketing Plan In the automotive industry, positive consumer reviews are crucial ways dealers can...
Daily Newscast

How to Create and Retain Loyal Customers for Your Service Drive – Jim Roche, Cox Automotive

- February 4, 2020
Today, we welcome back Jim Roche, Vice President at Cox Automotive. In this segment, Jim discusses the latest additions to his book "Fast Break", the new Kelley Blue Book Auto...
Daily Automotive News Fixed-Ops
Jim Roche

CBT Automotive Newscast for February 4th, 2020

- February 4, 2020
Today on CBTNews.com - Tuesday, February 4th, 2020: How to Create and Retain Loyal Customers for Your Service Drive - Jim Roche, Cox Automotive Today, we welcome back Jim Roche, Vice President...
Daily Newscast
week in review

CBT News Week In Review: November 15, 2019

- November 15, 2019
CBT News Week In Review for Friday, November 15th, 2019: Dennis McGinn and Jon Burkeen Discuss the Best Ways to Manage Your Recon Process I'm very excited to have in our studio,...
Daily Newscast
newscast

Jim Roche of Cox Automotive Explains How the KBB Auto Repair Guide Can Help Drive Additional Revenue to Your Dealership | Six Motivational Quotes Dealers Can Use to Inspire Their Team | New Developments in the On-Going Auto Tariffs Saga

- November 13, 2019
Today on CBTNews.com - Wednesday, November 13th, 2019: Jim Roche of Cox Automotive Explains How the KBB Auto Repair Guide Can Help Drive Additional Revenue to Your Dealership On today's show, Cox...
Daily Newscast
repair guide

Jim Roche of Cox Automotive Explains How the KBB Auto Repair Guide Can Help Drive Additional Revenue to Your Dealership

- November 13, 2019
On today's show, Cox Automotive Vice President, Jim Roche joins CBT to discuss the many capabilities of Kelley Blue Book's brand new auto repair guide. VIDEO TRANSCRIPT: Jim Fitzpatrick: Hi everyone. I'm...
Fixed-Ops Auto News

NADA 2019: Xtime, Jim Roche

- January 30, 2019
We caught up with longtime friend of CBT Jim Roche, Vice President of Marketing and Managed Services at Xtime during NADA 2019. Jim told us about what Xtime is showcasing at this year's...
Daily Automotive News Featured
newscast

How to Become More Customer Centric at Your Dealership – Jim Roche | 2019 Looking to be a Year of Change in the Auto Industry | Optimism, Healthy Sales, and Incentives Highlight the Finish Line of 2018 Sales

- January 4, 2019
Today on CBTNews.com - Friday, January 4th, 2019: How to Become More Customer Centric at Your Dealership - Jim Roche, Xtime The quality of your customer’s overall experience in the service department...
Daily Newscast

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