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Conference & Expo: September 22-23, 2026
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Auto Retail News

Digital Dealer covers the latest news affecting auto dealerships and their dealers. Additionally, it provides expert commentary from those in the industry, including vendors supplying the latest technology used at dealerships.

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Insights

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BMW CEO Urges EU to Finalize US Trade Deal Amid Mounting Tariff Costs: 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…

Dealer News

How Advanced Data Insights Can Revolutionize Dealer Operations

Every auto dealer is quickly becoming a digital business in response to the drive from leaders to access integrated data and gain greater oversight of operations. That plus the pressure…

Leadership

81% of Dealerships Lose Leads to Disconnected Systems, Study Finds

A common disconnect between dealership software systems is costing retailers valuable leads and customer interactions, according to a new study from Spyne, an automotive AI technology provider. The study reveals…

Dealer News
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2026: When Your Next Customer Is an Algorithm (And Why That’s an Opportunity)

In 2026 and beyond, auto dealers will navigate a rapidly evolving landscape shaped by three converging forces: AI-powered consumer behavior, persistent affordability pressures, and shifting demand toward pre-owned inventory. These…

Leadership

Brookshire Hyundai Sold to 2Autogroup

Pinnacle Mergers & Acquisitions Advises on Sale of Brookshire Hyundai to 2Autogroup

Press Releases

The Uptime Imperative: How AI is Transforming the Dealership Service Lane into a Proactive Profit Center

For decades, the dealership service model has been largely reactive: a vehicle breaks down, the customer brings it in, and the dealership service team performs the repair. This break/fix mentality…

Leadership

Used Hybrid and EV Prices Tumble in November, Carfax Report Shows

Used car prices saw a broad decline in November, with hybrid and electric vehicle (EV) values experiencing the most significant drop, according to the latest Carfax Used Car Index. The…

Dealer News

How Small Car Dealerships Compete Against Big Players

As big names lead the market, smaller businesses win by competing smarter, not harder. This is especially true in the automotive industry, where large dealerships often enjoy bigger inventories, higher…

Marketing

Dealership Profits and Valuations Remain Near Record Highs: Haig

Dealerships have demonstrated remarkable resilience and strength throughout 2025, and it has consistently paid off with high valuations despite a rocky economic climate. In the third quarter, dealership profits were…

Dealer News