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Mercedes-Benz, Starbucks Partner to Add EV Chargers Along I-5

Mercedes-Benz is expanding its electrical vehicle (EV) charging network, teaming with another national retailer to offer drivers a place to recharge their cars along a critical west coast travel corridor spanning from Canada to Mexico. Mercedes and S
Jul 23, 2024

The Tactical Approach of Dealership GMs: A Strategic Misstep?

In the rapidly evolving automotive industry, the role of general managers (GMs) at dealerships is becoming increasingly complex. As they grapple with the challenges of a dynamic market, there is a growing concern that dealership GMs are becoming too
Jul 22, 2024

Street Volkswagen’s John Luciano and Dynatron Software’ Brad Paschal to Present at #DDCE2024

The session schedule for the 2024 Digital Dealer Conference & Expo (#DDCE2024) is now live! John Luciano, Owner and General Manager of Street Volkswagen of Amarillo, and Brad Paschal, market president, Dynatron Software, will present a session ti
Jul 22, 2024

July Used-Vehicle Prices Increases

Wholesale used-vehicle prices increased 1.8 percent from June in the first 15 days of July, the first month-over-month increase excluding the pandemic period for the mid-month report since July 2018. Over the last two weeks, the Manheim Market Report
Jul 22, 2024

SearchLab Digital’s Greg Gifford to Speak at #DDCE2024

The session schedule for the 2024 Digital Dealer Conference & Expo (#DDCE2024) is now live! Greg Gifford, Chief Operating Officer, SearchLab Digital, will lead a two-part session titled, Forget the Snake Oil: A Data-Based Approach to SEO. SEO ses
Jul 19, 2024

EV Sales Set Record in Second Quarter

The average transaction price (ATP) paid for a new electric vehicle (EV) in June was $56,371, an increase of 0.9 percent compared to May, according to data released by Kelley Blue Book (KBB). Despite the increase for the month, EV prices were lower b
Jul 19, 2024

Enhancing Customer Service in the Automotive Industry: A Dealer’s Perspective

In today’s automotive landscape, customer service issues remain a significant pain point for many brands. Persistent complaints highlight the urgent need for improved customer service. According to Widewail’s 2023 Voice of the Customer report
Jul 18, 2024

FlickFusion’s Tim James to Speak at #DDCE2024

The session schedule for the 2024 Digital Dealer Conference & Expo (#DDCE2024) is now live. Tim James, chief operating officer, FlickFusion Video Marketing, will present a session titled, Put the FUN Back in the Sales Funnel. James’s session w
Jul 18, 2024

Spotlight on….EMG

As we look to tell the stories about people and the products that support auto dealerships, Digital Dealer is shining the spotlight on companies that help dealers do their job more effectively. We recently interviewed Brett Hall, Partner and Vice Pre
Jul 18, 2024