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Kelley Blue Book and Experian Partner to Enhance Vehicle History Reports
Kelley Blue Book and Autotrader have announced a collaboration with Experian that aims to improve the car buying and selling experiences through enhanced vehicle history reports. The partnership will integrate Experian’s AutoCheck® vehicle history reports into Kelley Blue Book and Autotrader vehicle listings, further solidifying their role as trusted resources for automotive consumers and dealerships. […]
Tariff-Proofing: How Auto Marketers Can Educate and Inform Consumers Amidst Uncertainty
Mark Twain’s adage of “if you don’t like the weather, wait a few minutes” rings true to the current state of tariffs in the automotive industry. On a seemingly daily basis, reports on new tariffs, subsequent pullbacks and the response from auto brands and suppliers is dizzying even for the most well-informed industry insiders. Imagine […]
Tariffs Are Changing the Way Americans Buy Cars
The tariffs implemented by President Trump have dominated the news cycle for months. Whether it’s the tariffs on auto parts and imported vehicles or the more general reciprocal tariffs the president announced back in April, it’s been hard to avoid the constant stream of new updates and potential impacts. It appears that the onslaught of […]
Transforming Car Sales for Dealers: How AI is Making a Difference
As competition intensifies in the automotive industry, the ability to move quickly from lead to sale has become a key differentiator. Today’s car buyers expect fast, seamless online and in-store experiences, and that’s exactly where AI steps in. In this article, we’ll explore how artificial intelligence is helping dealerships accelerate the sales process, meet rising […]
Used-Vehicle Sales and Prices Both Decrease in May
May 2025 saw a slight softening in wholesale used-vehicle prices, with Cox Automotive’s Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index declining by 1.4 percent from April. It now sits at 205.2. Despite this month-over-month dip, prices remain four percent higher year over year. April’s surge, triggered by tariff-related buying activity, set a high benchmark, and May’s decline […]
Avoiding Supply Chain Disruptions in Auto Retail: Lessons from 2025
Before 2025 had even begun, it was dubbed an “uncertain” year for automotive supply chains. Economic and political shifts loomed, leaving many automotive suppliers, manufacturers, and dealers wary of possible supply chain disruptions. It’s said that “hindsight is always 20/20,” but savvy supply chain leaders will learn valuable lessons from the disruptions of 2025 and […]
Digital Dealer Spotlight: Interview with Darin Wade of Rich Ford
DigitalDealer.com recently had the pleasure of interviewing Darin Wade, General Manager of Rich Ford. Wade has over 30 years of dealership experience, starting as an invoice filer at Rich Ford when he was just 18 years old. He is an expert at turning around failing dealerships, helping grow other stores in the Albuquerque, Las Vegas […]
Car Shipments to U.S. Drop Over 70%: 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 […]
Digital Dealer Partners with CNCDA to Offer Exclusive Member Discounts
The California New Car Dealership Association and Digital Dealer Conference & Expo are excited to introduce a brand-new partnership offering CNCDA members an exclusive rate to attend #DDCE2025. CNCDA members can use code “CNCDA” when they register to get a Dealership/OEM Full Conference & Expo Pass for just $500. That’s an almost 50% discount versus […]
