TSLA400.4904.11%
GM79.290-0.29%
F14.0400.08%
RIVN16.5200.26%
CYD48.700-2.35%
HMC26.2600.07%
TM173.9401.17%
CVNA66.5503.69%
PAG175.2003.87%
LAD294.8501.83%
AN188.7402.38%
GPI313.1608.09%
ABG197.0506.92%
SAH80.7302.6%
TSLA400.4904.11%
GM79.290-0.29%
F14.0400.08%
RIVN16.5200.26%
CYD48.700-2.35%
HMC26.2600.07%
TM173.9401.17%
CVNA66.5503.69%
PAG175.2003.87%
LAD294.8501.83%
AN188.7402.38%
GPI313.1608.09%
ABG197.0506.92%
SAH80.7302.6%
TSLA400.4904.11%
GM79.290-0.29%
F14.0400.08%
RIVN16.5200.26%
CYD48.700-2.35%
HMC26.2600.07%
TM173.9401.17%
CVNA66.5503.69%
PAG175.2003.87%
LAD294.8501.83%
AN188.7402.38%
GPI313.1608.09%
ABG197.0506.92%
SAH80.7302.6%


New Car Sales

Sean Gardner joins Inside Automotive to discuss techniques for closing the sales process and winning over more customers.

Understanding the sales process: how to close more deals — Sean Gardner | Joe Verde Group

- July 18, 2023
Closing is a critical step in the sales process, and having a technique that works almost every time can make things much easier on the floor. On this episode of...
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Patrick Manzi joins Inside Automotive to look back at the 2023 auto market and discuss what may be in store for the remainder of the year.

The 2023 auto market: a look back at the first six months — Patrick Manzi | NADA

- July 17, 2023
The U.S. auto market saw an uptick in sales and inventory over the course of 2023, as dealers and car manufacturers made progress clearing post-pandemic hurdles. On this episode of...
Featured Sales & Marketing
The best salespeople develop rapport with the customer and help the customer understand the vehicle's value without talking about price.

How to win over a customer who is fixated on price

- July 17, 2023
It's no secret that prices are certainly a focus of customers who come into your dealership. Amongst many other parts of car shopping that make customers happy about their experience,...
Sales & Marketing Articles

Tell, don’t sell: The old way of doing business is the wrong way, but it’s still practiced today

- July 10, 2023
Robert “Bob” DiGiacomo has been immersed in the retail side of the automotive industry for nearly 30 years. He has enjoyed a very successful career optimizing several finance departments in...
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Last September, Tom Masano Auto Group made the pivotal decision to adopt a new CRM. Immediately the auto group saw an influx of engagement.

Unleashing growth: what Tom Masano Auto Group did that transformed their dealership operations

- June 29, 2023
In the ever-evolving automotive industry, staying ahead of the competition requires embracing innovation. That’s exactly what Kevin Pitts and Tom Masano Auto Group did when they chose a company that...
Sales & Marketing Publishing Partners
In this article we discuss how to turn difficult car sales situations into opportunities for both the customer and the dealership.

Why ‘bad news’ doesn’t exist in car sales

- June 28, 2023
Car salespe­ople tackle various challenge­s every day, ranging from customer he­sitancy to financial hurdles. Although these type­s of tough conversations are a common aspect of the­ job, it's worth wondering...
Articles Sales & Marketing
With some forethought and customer insight, ethical upselling can be used to reinforce trust and confidence in the dealership.

Upselling with integrity: building trust and value for long-term customer loyalty

- June 20, 2023
Upselling is a crucial strategy for improving the bottom line of every deal, but how sales staff approach this essential task can make all the difference now and down the...
Sales & Marketing Articles
To further support affordability, median income experienced a growth of 0.3% during May. Manufacturers also offered increased incentives to entice buyers.

New vehicle affordability improved in May despite higher prices and interest rates

- June 15, 2023
In May, the affordability of new vehicles experienced a slight improvement compared to previous months, according to new data from Cox Automotive. This positive trend was primarily driven by solid...
Headlines Articles
Bob Morris joins Inside Automotive to discuss a new EV brand titled ARRA, which aims to leverage franchised dealers in the U.S.

How ARRA is looking to upend the direct-to-consumer EV market — Bob Morris | Tim Lamb Group

- June 14, 2023
Dealers concerned about OEMs and industry disruptors that aim to sell electric vehicles directly to consumers may have a possible solution in ARRA, a new EV brand looking to establish a...
Featured Sales & Marketing
Mike Darrow, president and CEO of TrueCar, to discuss the DrivenToDrive initiative and his perspective on the new and used market.

Talking shop: vehicle affordability, digital retailing, and philanthropy — Mike Darrow | TrueCar

- June 12, 2023
TrueCar, a digital dealer based in California, is the nation's "easiest, most efficient and transparent online destination for buying and selling new and used vehicles." On this episode of Inside...
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