I’ve had the unique opportunity to witness the evolutionary impact of technology on dealer operations throughout the years, and the automotive industry moves faster than you might think. Tech has grown to become the main focus and the biggest pain point for dealerships of every manufacturer, of every size, and of every market, either making […]

Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe is not a fan—to put it mildly—of current U.S. laws that he sees as protecting franchised auto dealers. The electric vehicle company has gone the direct-to-consumer model to sell its vehicles. But much like fellow EV car company Tesla, the company has had to navigate protections for car dealers codified into […]

In its bid to continue to be the on the leading edge of auto technology, Audi has entered with companies advancing hands-free secure car access modern chat and digital retailing tools. NXP’s TrimensionNCJ29Dx family is the technology foundation being used for Audi’s advanced new UWB platform, delivering precise and secure real-time localization required by leading […]

“Do you have any good recommendations to binge?” “What are you going to stream this weekend?” and “That is such a good podcast” are regular conversations made by all of us these days. While television has long been a staple of the auto advertising playbook, the vehicle for TV viewing has changed. For auto marketers, […]

As the automotive industry pivots toward electric vehicles (EVs), Canadian dealerships are uniquely positioned to assist small businesses in navigating a lucrative but underutilized government tax incentive. This program allows eligible businesses to deduct up to 75 percent of an EV’s purchase price as a taxable expense, offering a significant advantage over leasing. By educating […]

Sheehy Auto Stores Expands in Maryland Sheehy Auto Stores recently acquired the Maryland dealerships of Bill Kidd’s Timonium Toyota and Bill Kidd’s Volvo Cars. The Toyota dealership is located in Timonium, MD and the Volvo dealership is in nearby Hunt Valley, MD. Sheehy Auto Stores was ranked 33rd on Automotive News Top 150 dealership group […]

High-performance teams thrive on a foundation of trust, shared purpose, and commitment to each other’s success. In contrast to competitive environments where individuals may feel isolated or pressured to stand out, collaborative teams work towards mutual goals that leverage everyone’s unique skills. These teams understand that each member’s contribution strengthens the whole, leading to higher […]

Despite numerous challenges, auto dealers continue to deliver strong financial performance, with profits per store remaining double pre-pandemic levels and rooftop sales continuing on a record pace. That is the topline takeaway from the recently released Q3 2024 Haig Report from Haig Partners LLC  that provide an analysis of the trends shaping the automotive retail […]

Baby Boomers, born between 1946 and 1964, are one of the largest generational groups, significantly influencing industries like healthcare, housing, leisure, and notably, the automotive sector. Holding over 50 percent of the total wealth in the U.S., they wield significant purchasing power, shaping consumer trends across industries. They accounted for a significant portion of new […]