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AutoSoft Releases New Kia VIN Inquiry Interface
WEST MIDDLESEX, PA – AutoSoft Inc. announced the addition of the Kia VIN Inquiry Interface to the AutoSoft DMS. Kia dealers can now view and retrieve KMA Vehicle Service History from within the Service module. The new interface simplifies the wa
Mar 5, 2012
Webasto Introduces Sophisticated New Switch Design for the Hollandia 700-II Sunroof Series
Fenton, MI. – Webasto Product North America (WPNA) Aftermarket Sunroof division is excited to bring to market a stylish new switch to the new and improved Hollandia 700-II Sunroof series. The new Hollandia 700-II switch is available in thre
Mar 5, 2012
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New Study Reveals Dealership Service Profits Threatened by Aging Customer Base
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — DMEautomotive (DMEa), the science-inspired, results-based automotive marketing leader, has released its new white paper, “The Changing Service Loyalty Landscape,” the most comprehensive study of the $215 billio
Mar 5, 2012
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O’Brien Auto Group Acquires Bob Bridge Toyota Scion of Renton
BELLEVUE, Wash. — O’Brien Auto Group (OAG), the largest auto dealer in the Pacific Northwest, announced that it has purchased Bob Bridge Toyota Scion of Renton – one of the most-recognized businesses in Renton and a nine-time winner of
Mar 5, 2012
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Fixed Operations Expert Shares What Really Works and Does Not Work on Today’s Service Drives
Jeff Cowan, president of Jeff Cowan’s Pro Talk, Inc., is sharing his expertise with automotive dealers and managers on the truth about express services & oil changes, price comparison boards, extended service hours, closing sales, selling exten
Mar 5, 2012
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Sonic Automotive Reports Parts and Service Revenue Up 3%
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Sonic Automotive, Inc., one of the nation’s largest automotive retailers, this week reported 2011 fourth quarter adjusted earnings from continuing operations of $25.4 millionfor a 46% increase over the prior year adjus
Mar 5, 2012
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Nissan Recalls 23,000 Vehicles
Nissan North America, Inc. has issued a recall of 23,531 2011-2012 model year Nissan Quest vehicles to fix a problem with the electrical system, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s website said. The website said the software malfun
Mar 5, 2012
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Toyota Responds to CNN Story
In the face of overwhelming scientific evidence to the contrary, CNN has irresponsibly aired a grossly inaccurate segment on Anderson Cooper 360 that attempts to resurrect the discredited, scientifically unproven allegation that there is a hidden d
Mar 5, 2012
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Autobytel Reports 24% Year-over-Year Revenue Growth, Achieves Profitability for 2011 Fourth Quarter and Full Year
IRVINE, Calif.– Autobytel Inc., a leading provider of online consumer purchase requests and marketing resources for the automotiveindustry, today reported increased revenues and the achievement of profitability for the fourth quarter and ful
Mar 4, 2012