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The Merging Worlds of Technology and Cars

The line between the technology and automotive industries is blurring. The rise of rideshare companies such as Uber and Lyft means that transportation is being tied ever more closely to your cell phone,
Jul 1, 2016
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AUTO FOCUS: Preparing for an Automotive Downturn

The strong recovery over the past seven years was a welcome antidote to the economic downturn of 2008-2009, when vehicle demand and production fell off a cliff. It is worth briefly reviewing
Jul 1, 2016
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The Facts and Myths Said About Salespeople on the Phones [VIDEO]

Automotive salespeople aren’t good on the phone. Is this the common thought because salespeople aren’t naturally wired to talk on the phone? Or maybe because salespeople thrive in the face
Jun 30, 2016
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Injecting the Power of Video into Your Content Marketing

Video content has pretty much become the preferred medium for consumers. Social media platforms increasingly give video content preferential reach and content producers have adjusted
Jun 30, 2016
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Food is the Way to a Man’s Heart…But Not That Kind of Food

This common saying is certainly one that everyone knows. And, whether it’s true or not, has endured time. Why? Because someone cooking for you is an intimate act that is satisfying and elicits
Jun 30, 2016
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The Road to Credit Card Security

In the months leading up to the October 1, 2015 “deadline” for converting to chip-enabled credit cards, consumers generally welcomed and prepared for the change as it promised more secure
Jun 29, 2016
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Hard-Charging Dealer Tries to Make It Fun

Some dealers shun subprime customers, treating them as undesirables. But Scott Simons insists, “You can do special finance with class.” He does so not only out of respect, but also because it
Jun 29, 2016
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How Long Should a Phone Call Be in Your Dealership?

Your website and inventory are stellar, your reviews are impeccable, you’ve caught a potential customer’s attention, and now they want to use the phone to get to know you better.
Jun 29, 2016
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Gen Z Buying 6.5 Times More Used Cars Than New

Shoppers age 18 to 24, or Generation Z, buy 6.5 times more used cars than new cars, according to an analysis of Polk vehicle registration data analyzed by Edmunds.com. While it’s not surprising
Jun 29, 2016