The UK automotive industry operates within a complex regulatory landscape, where compliance is no longer an afterthought but a critical factor for success. From stringent data protection laws to evolving financial regulations, dealerships face increa

The automotive industry is undergoing a huge transformation as this rise of software-defined vehicles (SDVs) and connected mobility drives OEMs to adopt more tech-driven strategies. This rise in SDVs is currently set to create over $650 billion in va

The automotive retail world is changing fast, and dealerships are under pressure to keep up with customer expectations while staying profitable. One big shift is the move to direct-to-consumer (DTC) inventory sourcing. By cutting out auctions and who

Editor’s Note: This article was originally published in the January/February edition of Dealer magazine A word from Charlie Polston: “My friends, as you know I retired December 31, 2024 after 42 years in the automotive industry. I’m delighted t

Editor’s Note: This article was originally published in the January/February edition of Dealer magazine Bringing family into your dealership can be tricky. Adding an in-law to the mix? That’s next-level complicated. Between managing emotions, exp

The tariff situation may be fluid, but one thing is certain—dealers who wait for a final ruling on March 6 will already be behind. Smart operators aren’t reacting; they’re adapting. New car affordability is already strained, and whether tariffs

As we enter the first quarter of 2025, lenders and dealers are presented with a unique opportunity to revisit and rejuvenate their business and data strategies. The Winter holiday rush is over. Employees have returned from holiday vacations. And it i

Ever since I was a kid, I have loved cars. Since I’ve started driving recently and starting taking automotive shop classes, I have become even more attached. I love driving my car and working on it in my shop class, where I can tinker around with c

In today’s fast-evolving automotive industry, customer expectations have shifted dramatically. The days of transactional interactions are expected to be long gone, replaced by a demand for personalized, seamless, and memorable guest experiences. I