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Conference & Expo: September 22-23, 2026
DealerPoint: April 22-24, 2026

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We’re Headed to Detroit!

Digital Dealer Conference & Expo is moving to Detroit, September 22-23, 2026, at Huntington Place. Detroit isn’t just the Motor City, it’s the epicenter of the American automotive industry.

Why Exhibit

Exhibiting in Motor City places your brand directly in front of dealership decision-makers who are actively searching for tools to drive profitability. In a city synonymous with automotive innovation, your booth becomes a space for real conversations

DealerPoint

DealerPoint, a Digital Dealer Event, VIP networking experience is highly curated for each dealership attendee. 1:1 private meetings and boardroom presentations foster long-term relationships for both the Dealer Executives and Solution Providers.  

Insights

Why the First-Time Buyer Should Be Every Used Car Dealer’s Top Priority in 2026

The used car market in 2026 is being reshaped by a buyer most dealerships aren’t built to serve: the first-time purchaser. Tariff driven new vehicle prices, tighter household budgets, and…

Leadership

VMS Launches Virtual Fleet Manager to Automate Uptime

Launch of Virtual Fleet Manager: Vehicle Management Systems (VMS) has introduced the Virtual Fleet Manager, an AI-driven platform designed to automate fleet maintenance. AI-First Technology: The platform leverages advanced AI technology…

Dealer News

Why Misaligned Risk Functions are Costing Dealers and Lenders More Than They Realize

In the high-pressure environment of an auto dealership, the goal is simple: get the customer into the right car and get the deal funded as quickly as possible. However, a…

Sales and Finance
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myKaarma Announces Winners of the 2026 Tech Video Grand Prix

Contest recognizes technicians for high-quality inspection videos that drive repair approvals and customer confidence

Press Releases

Why the Coming Wave of EV Lease Returns Demands a New Calculation Standard

At almost any other time, franchised auto dealers would greet tens of thousands of low-mileage lease returns streaming onto their lots as a welcome windfall. But the wave approaching in…

Sales and Finance

Texting at Scale Without Burning Your Database

Texting has become one of the most powerful tools in a dealership’s communication stack. It’s one of the fastest ways to reach customers, yet it’s also easy to misuse, and…

Marketing

The Rise of Auto Lending Fraud: What Dealers Need to Know

Rising Auto Lending Fraud Costs: Auto lending fraud exposure has surged to an estimated $10.4 billion, highlighting the urgent need for robust fraud prevention strategies in the financial sector. Key…

Dealer News

Luther Automotive Group Acquires Two Minnesota Dealerships

Eich Mazda & Eich Volkswagen in Saint Cloud, Minnesota Sold to David Luther

Press Releases
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U.S. Government to Refund $20 Billion in Tariffs Following Supreme Court Ruling: Tariff Tracker

President Donald Trump’s 25% tariff on all cars imported to the United States sent ripples through the global automotive industry. Officially implemented on April 3, 2025, the policy has reshaped…

Dealer News