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Don’t Settle for Automatic Warranty Labor Rate Increases: A Smarter, More Profitable Alternative

As inflation impacts every corner of the retail automotive industry, many manufacturers continue to offer dealers CPI-based programs…

Leadership May 27
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Cox Dealer Sentiment Index Down with Concerns About the Economy, Tariffs Growing

Despite a strong sales finish to the first quarter of the year, dealer market sentiment has taken a…

Dealer News May 27
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Mastering the Car-Buying Journey: A Dealership’s Guide to Winning Customers

The car-buying journey spans from discovery to purchase and beyond, shaping trust and long-term loyalty. Each stage includes…

Sales and Finance May 23
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Senate Votes to End California EV Mandate

The United States Senate voted Thursday to repeal California’s plan to end the sale of gas-powered vehicles by…

Dealer News May 22
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Honda Served Cease-and-Desist by CNCDA Over Afeela Sales

The California New Car Dealers Association (CNCDA) issued a cease-and-desist to American Honda Motor Co. and Sony Honda…

Dealer News May 22
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The REAL ID Deadline: Challenges Auto Dealers May Still Face Verifying Identities

The May 7, 2025, enforcement of the REAL ID Act marks a new moment for identity verification in…

Leadership May 21
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Traver Connect Expands Training Solutions to Assist Dealerships

Traver Connect has announced the expansion of its Learning & Development programs to better assist dealers. Designed to…

Dealer News May 21
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LLMs, Agentic AI, and Vertical AI: How Machines Are Improving Dealer Retail Operations

As dealers face rising complexity in inventory management, pricing, and profitability, especially with the 25% tariff on imported…

Sales and Finance May 20
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Dealership Outlook Optimistic Among OEM Executives: Kerrigan

The 2025 Kerrigan OEM Survey provided a glimpse into the perspectives of automotive OEM executives, and it appears…

Dealer News May 20