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Dealers Beware: Crooks See Dollar Signs on Lots as Prices Rise
Auto dealers are no strangers to uncertainty. Between on and off tariffs and material shortages, the road ahead looks bumpy. While tariffs have been stealing headlines, a rare earth minerals shortage is also impacting the auto industry, forcing one Ford plant to shut down recently. And in May, reports indicate that 8.9% fewer cars and […]
92% of Vehicle Sales are Untraceable, Smarter Attribution is Needed: Autotrader
A new report from Autotrader, completed by Perficient using Clarivoy data, has revealed a critical issue in automotive sales tracking. According to the whitepaper, “From Click to Car Sale: How Multi-Touch Attribution Improves Marketing Measurement for Auto Dealers,” a staggering 92 percent of car sales were untraceable in dealership CRM systems, exposing significant inefficiencies in […]
Patriot Nissan, Trust Kia of Palmdale, Hodges Mazda: Dealership Deals
Patriot Automotive Group Sells Patriot Nissan in Salem, N.H. Patriot Automotive Group has sold its Nissan dealership in Salem, New Hampshire, to James and Erik Kirste in a deal advised by The Presidio Group. This transaction, closed on June 2, was a strategic decision by Patriot owner Adam Arens to streamline his operations, while continuing to […]
Four Ways the Automotive Aftersales Market is Evolving
Today’s drivers are holding onto their vehicles for longer than ever. With the average U.S. car now a record 12.6 years old and traffic volumes back to pre-pandemic levels, demand for service is poised to rise. At the same time, new pressures are reshaping the aftersales landscape. Consumers are prioritizing convenience and proximity. Battery electric […]
Japanese Automakers Cut Prices to Offset New Tariffs: Tariff Tracker
President Donald Trump’s 25% tariff on all cars imported to the United States has sent ripples through the global automotive industry. Officially implemented on April 3, this policy is already reshaping manufacturing decisions and trade strategies. Everything seems to be in flux as automakers reevaluate their approach to the U.S. market. Some are shifting production […]
Dealerships Get Boost in Market Share with Digital Audio Campaigns: Study
Combining connected TV (CTV) advertising with programmatic digital audio campaigns has delivered impressive results for dealerships according to a recent study by EMG in collaboration with SiriusXM Media. Dealerships leveraging this dual-platform approach saw an average 21.8 percent increase in local market share. Auto dealerships are always seeking a competitive edge in their local markets […]
Mastering Negotiation: Winning Strategies for Car Dealers
Negotiation is one of the most critical moments in the car-buying process. It’s where concerns are addressed, trust is built, and value is clarified. A recent CDK Global survey found that most buyers want the opportunity to negotiate the price or trade-in value, and approximately a third stated that this was a key reason they […]
Digital Dealer Conference and Expo 2025 Full Schedule is Live!
The full schedule for Digital Dealer Conference and Expo is finally here! Prepare for an unforgettable experience October 14-15, at the Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas with an agenda full of impactful sessions and meaningful networking opportunities. Day 1 of #DDCE2025 kicks off with our all-new Briefing Sessions, quick 25-minute sessions packed with actionable insights […]
Beyond Impressions: Measuring What Really Matters in Streaming Ads
Streaming has overtaken traditional broadcast and cable as the primary way people watch TV. On average, viewers now spend about 17 hours a week on streaming platforms. This shift extends well beyond younger audiences. In fact, around 70% of Americans aged 55 and older stream video content at least once a month, and 44 percent […]
