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President of PRO TALK Discusses Why Business Development Centers, Customer Retention Programs, Technology and Software Don’t Work

While business development centers, customer retention programs, technology and software are necessary and important to a dealership and its development, Jeff Cowan, President of PRO TALK, will explain to you the key reasons why these products routin
Sep 24, 2012
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GM Welding Breakthrough Enables More Use of Aluminum

Increased use of lightweight metal can help improve fuel economy, performance DETROIT – General Motors Research & Development has invented an industry-first aluminum welding technology expected to enable more use of the lightweight metal on fut
Sep 22, 2012
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Luxury Automaker Stops Selling Some 2013 Models

According to a post on Autoblog.com, BMW has issued a stop sale on the 2013 BMW M5 and M6 models. The website said the stop sale is due to a problem with the engine oil pump. Click here to read more about this stop sale.
Sep 21, 2012
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Manheim Experts Share Ways That Dealers Can Improve Sourcing Inventory and Marketing to Consumers

DETROIT, MI – Chris Hill, customer relations manager for Manheim, and Laura R. Hunnicutt, director of user experience with Manheim, are sharing their expertise with automotive dealers and managers on how to improve sourcing inventory and marketing
Sep 21, 2012
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OnlineDrive, Owner of ShowroomMagnet, Launches RemarketingMagnet

New product combines the best of remarketing with the best of behavioral targeting and show marketing to help drive return site visitors to dealership showrooms Houston, TX – OnlineDrive, the first company to focus specifically on inbound marketing
Sep 21, 2012
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Nine New Models in Next 12 Months for Buick and GMC

Product surge comes amid third year of consecutive retail sales gains for both brands DETROIT – Buick and GMC told dealers today that it will introduce nine new or significantly updated models in the next 12 months, starting with the new Buick Encl
Sep 21, 2012
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New SkyLINK Service Provides Early Detection of Stolen Vehicles

SkyLINK Early Theft Detection instantly notifies vehicle owners via smartphone when their car has moved Inilex®, a leading provider of aftermarket telemetry solutions for vehicles, is helping motorists ensure the safety and security of their vehicle
Sep 21, 2012
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New app from Preferred Warranties Puts F&I Presentations on Dealers’ iPads

Orwigrburg, PA — A new marketing tool from Preferred Warranties Inc. allows dealers to use iPads to customize and compare protection plans, financing options and insurance products for customers anywhere on the lot, at any time during the sales
Sep 21, 2012
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Michael A. Carpenter, CEO of Ally Financial Inc., Joins Autobytel’s Board of Directors

IRVINE, Calif. —  Autobytel Inc. (Nasdaq: ABTL), a leading provider of online consumer purchase requests and marketing resources to the automotive industry, today announced that Michael A. Carpenter has joined the company’s board of dire
Sep 21, 2012