TSLA377.3243.60419%
GM77.630-0.89%
F12.450-0.03%
RIVN16.870-0.0801%
CYD41.440-0.43%
HMC24.240-0.24%
TM193.050-3.03%
CVNA399.930-3.09%
PAG159.545-0.455%
LAD275.050-1.34%
AN202.085-0.885%
GPI336.460-3.32%
ABG201.105-0.905%
SAH69.880-1.34%
TSLA377.3243.60419%
GM77.630-0.89%
F12.450-0.03%
RIVN16.870-0.0801%
CYD41.440-0.43%
HMC24.240-0.24%
TM193.050-3.03%
CVNA399.930-3.09%
PAG159.545-0.455%
LAD275.050-1.34%
AN202.085-0.885%
GPI336.460-3.32%
ABG201.105-0.905%
SAH69.880-1.34%
TSLA377.3243.60419%
GM77.630-0.89%
F12.450-0.03%
RIVN16.870-0.0801%
CYD41.440-0.43%
HMC24.240-0.24%
TM193.050-3.03%
CVNA399.930-3.09%
PAG159.545-0.455%
LAD275.050-1.34%
AN202.085-0.885%
GPI336.460-3.32%
ABG201.105-0.905%
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8 influences on consumer buying behavior in dealership service drives

- December 23, 2022
‘Tis the season when consumers are more active and dealership traffic increases. So, it is important to know what is influencing buys. Today on Inside Automotive, John Fairchild, high-performance fixed...
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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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What should car dealers look for when hiring fixed-operations employees? – John Fairchild

- April 8, 2021
Today on CBT News, host Jim Fitzpatrick is joined by John Fairchild, President of Fairchild Automotive Solutions. Fairchild specializes in retail automotive training and improving every area of dealership fixed-operations. Fairchild...
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4 Disciplines that Create a Standard of Accountability in the Service Drive

- August 13, 2020
In almost every state across the U.S., dealership service departments were considered essential services and allowed to remain open throughout the COVDID-19 pandemic. With the majority of showrooms closed at...
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Taking Care of Your Service Technicians

- March 16, 2020
On this week's episode of the Weekly Tune-Up, CBT's Jim Fitzpatrick talks to fixed-ops expert, and regular CBT contributor, John Fairchild of Fairchild Automotive Solutions. The two discuss the current...
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Customer Acquisition and Retention

- March 9, 2020
On this week's episode of the Weekly Tune-Up, CBT's Jim Fitzpatrick talks to fixed-ops expert, and regular CBT contributor, John Fairchild of Fairchild Automotive Solutions. Jim and John discuss the...
Daily Newscast
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The Best Way to Pay Technicians

- March 2, 2020
On this week's episode of the Weekly Tune-Up, CBT's Jim Fitzpatrick talks to fixed-ops expert, and regular CBT contributor, John Fairchild of Fairchild Automotive Solutions. Jim talks to John about what...
Daily Newscast
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Current Trends and Challenges in Fixed-Ops

- February 24, 2020
On this week's episode of the Weekly Tune-Up, CBT's Jim Fitzpatrick talks to fixed-ops expert, and regular CBT contributor, John Fairchild of Fairchild Automotive Solutions. Jim and John talk about creating...
Daily Newscast
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Why Dealers Should Invest in More Training for Their F&I Staff | Generate More Fixed Ops Revenue Using John Fairchild’s 5 Step TO Strategy | How These Dealerships Leverage Technology In Order to Improve the Sales Process

- August 2, 2019
 CBT News Week In Review for Friday, August 2nd, 2019: Why Dealers Should Invest in More Training for Their F&I Staff – Adam Marburger & Paul Brown, Ascent Dealer Solutions (Part...
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Generate More Fixed Ops Revenue Using John Fairchild’s 5 Step TO Strategy | 3 Women Now Hold Top Leadership Positions at GNYADA | Keeping Up Appearances: The Importance of Dealership Cleanliness and Comfort

- July 30, 2019
 Today on CBTNews.com - Tuesday, July 30th, 2019: Generate More Fixed Ops Revenue Using John Fairchild's 5 Step TO Strategy If you're a salesperson working in the dealership today, chances are your...
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