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JP Sides Automotive Group Acquires Coad Chevrolet & Coad Ford Dealerships in Anna, Illinois

Performance Brokerage Services, North America’s highest volume dealership brokerage firm, is pleased to announce the sale of Coad Chevrolet and Coad Ford in Anna, Illinois from Tim Coad, Mike Coad, and Rick Kennard to JP Sides, Allen Rhodes, and Jo
Dec 12, 2025
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2026 Could be the First “AI Operations Year” as Dealerships Focus on Tech Overhaul

A report from automotive AI company Spyne indicates that U.S. car dealerships are poised to make 2026 their first true “AI Operations Year,” as a staggering 76 percent plan to increase their artificial intelligence budgets. The findings, detailed
Dec 12, 2025
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What Makes a Dealership Brand Unforgettable

In an age where most buyers begin their journey online, your brand makes the first—and often the most lasting—impression. It’s the feeling customers get before they ever step foot in your showroom, and the confidence that makes them believe the
Dec 11, 2025
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Half of Gen Z Car Buyers Made Their Last Purchase Online

The automotive showroom floor has effectively moved to the smartphone screen, according to a comprehensive new study released by Snapchat in partnership with Havas and Alter Agents. The research surveyed over 5,000 recent and prospective car buyers a
Dec 11, 2025
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How AI Tools Are Transforming Automotive Dealerships in 2025

The automotive industry is undergoing a rapid transformation, and artificial intelligence (AI) is at the forefront of this evolution. Dealerships are increasingly integrating AI tools to streamline operations, enhance customer experiences, and make b
Dec 10, 2025
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Car Buying “Ease of Purchase” Score Hits All-Time Low in November

A new report from CDK has revealed a startling decline in customer satisfaction with the car buying process, as the overall “Ease of Purchase” score plummeted to an all-time low of 66 percent in November. This represents a dramatic drop f
Dec 10, 2025
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Advance Automotive to Launch Catalyst IQ, a Marketing Tech Agency Fueled by Real-Time Data, Artificial Intelligence and Human Insights

Catalyst IQ Combines Existing Advance Automotive Companies Adpearance, Fox Dealer, Search Optics, and ZeroSum to Supercharge Dealer Marketing and Advertising
Dec 10, 2025
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Dealer Sentiment Plummets to Pandemic-Era Lows as Economic Headwinds Mount

U.S. auto dealer sentiment has fallen to its lowest point since the height of the global pandemic, as a confluence of economic uncertainty, weak consumer confidence, and rising costs casts a shadow over the industry heading into 2026. The Q4 2025 Cox
Dec 9, 2025
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10 Strategies Separating High-Performing Dealership Websites from the Pack

Long before a shopper submits a lead, schedules a test drive, or walks on to your lot, they’ve already formed an impression of your dealership. How is this possible? Because they’ve already scoured one key place: your website. I’m a numbers guy
Dec 9, 2025