Dealer OPS & Leadership
New-Vehicle Prices Dip in October as EV Sales Plummet
The average price paid for a new vehicle in the U.S. saw a slight decline in October, pulling back from the record high set in September. According to a new report from Kelley Blue Book, the average transaction price (ATP) for a new vehicle fell to $49,766 last month....
The Paper Ghost in the Machine: The State of the Deal Jacket in Late 2025
As the automotive industry continues to look toward a fully digital retail future, an important, high-stakes process remains stubbornly tethered to the past: the deal jacket. For auto dealers, general managers, F&I directors, and dealer principals, this isn't just...
Turn Missed Calls into Captured Revenue in 5 Steps
Have you ever measured the value of a missed call? In sales, everyone knows what it costs. A missed call means a lost lead and lost money. In fixed operations, the loss is harder to see. And in the parts department, it happens every day. Each call that goes unanswered...
Ford Partners with Amazon Autos to Offer Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles Online
Customers can now browse, finance, and purchase Ford Blue Advantage certified pre-owned vehicles from participating Ford dealers on Amazon Autos
Dealerships Lose 12% of Service Visits Since 2018, Cox Automotive Study Finds
A new study from Cox Automotive revealed a concerning trend for dealership fixed operations: despite a growing number of service opportunities, U.S. dealerships have lost 12 percent of their service visit market share to independent competitors since 2018. The...
EU Prepares New Plan to Implement U.S. Trade Agreement: Tariff Tracker
President Donald Trump's 25% tariff on all cars imported to the United States has sent ripples through the global automotive industry. Officially implemented on April 3, this policy is already reshaping manufacturing decisions and trade strategies. Everything seems to...
Haig Partners Welcomes Emily Bourne as Managing Director
Enhancing Midwest Presence and Aligning with Lexus and Porsche Dealers Nationwide
Scout Motors to Establish Corporate Headquarters in Charlotte, NC
Scout Motors announced it will establish its new corporate headquarters in Charlotte, North Carolina. The company plans to invest $206 million in the new site and create 1,200 jobs over the next five years, significantly boosting the region's economy and reinforcing...
Harnessing the Power of AI in Automotive Digital Advertising to Maximize ROI
The automotive industry is highly competitive, and dealerships are constantly seeking innovative ways to stand out and attract potential buyers. AI-driven advertising solutions from Meta offer a game-changing approach for dealers to reach and engage their desired...
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