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Petra Automotive Products Partners with Christian Brothers Automotive as Preferred Premium Chemical Provider
Petra Automotive Products is proud to announce its new partnership with Christian Brothers Automotive (CBA), becoming a preferred premium chemical provider for CBA franchise locations nationwide. This collaboration provides franchise owners with a
Nov 22, 2024
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Dealer/GM News
Customers Favor AI-Based Technologies, J.D. Power Survey Finds
The results of the J.D. Power’s 2024 U.S. Tech Experience Index (TXI) Study found owners offer praise for some advanced vehicle technologies features, others are found to be lackluster. New artificial intelligence (AI)-based technologies, like smar
Nov 22, 2024
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From Search to Sale: How FAQ Pages Drive Dealership Success
As the e-commerce landscape evolves, consumers increasingly turn to online platforms to make informed purchasing decisions. This shift has sparked a growing expectation for instant, reliable information accessible when needed. Research supports this
Nov 21, 2024
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Meridian Audio Hosts Event at Kia America Headquarters
Meridian Audio hosted a two-day event at Kia America’s headquarters to demonstrate our innovative automotive audio and our groundbreaking Vibrohaptic Audio technology. The event showcased how premium sound is reshaping the driving experience. Merid
Nov 21, 2024
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Don Franklin, Sutherlin, Sam Leman, Taverna Collection: Dealership Deals
Don Franklin Adds Ford Dealership in Kentucky The Don Franklin Automotive Group has acquired Knox Ford in Radcliff, KY. The dealership was sold after owner Gary Haupt decided to simplify his portfolio and focus on his larger Ford dealership in the
Nov 21, 2024
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Marketing & Advertising
Are You Chasing Leads? Or Are You Pursuing Active Buyers?
Dealerships today face an ever-increasing challenge to maximize their marketing efforts and drive sales. While the industry has long focused on lead generation as a primary metric for success, savvy dealers are beginning to recognize that not all lea
Nov 20, 2024
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JM Family Enterprises Names President Dan Chait as next CEO
JM Family Enterprises, a privately held company with more than $20 billion in revenue, announced that Dan Chait, currently president and chief operating officer (COO), has been named president and CEO, effective January 1, 2025. He is succeeding Bren
Nov 20, 2024
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October Inventory Hits 3.14 Million Units for New-Vehicles
New vehicle inventory on auto dealer lots hit 3.14 million units in October, the second consecutive month new vehicle inventory jumped by 90,000 units (2.9 percent), according to the recently released ZeroSum‘s report for November. The “S
Nov 20, 2024
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A Shift in Focus: Leaning on Used Car Departments and Fixed Ops in Automotive
Used car prices are lower than they’ve been in years. Back in 2020, limited inventory supply couldn’t meet customer demand—and as a result, dealerships could charge higher prices and boost profit margins. But the tide has turned. Now, despite l
Nov 19, 2024