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March New Car Sales Projected to Increase 12 Percent Over Last Year

According to a joint forecast from J.D. Power and GlobalData released March 21, total new-vehicle sales for March 2024 are projected to reach 1,525,700 units, a 12.1 percent increase from March 2023 The seasonally adjusted annualized rate (SAAR) for
Mar 21, 2024

Jeff Wyler Automotive Family Completes First New Car Sale 100% Online with WylerComplete, a First in the United States

Cincinnati, Ohio, March 20, 2024 – Jeff Wyler Automotive Family announced the first new car sold completely online with its WylerComplete tool. Unlike other dealers who promote “100% Online” buying solutions which are designed to generate a sal
Mar 21, 2024

EV Voice of the Customer Welcomes EPA Relaxations on Emissions, But Wants More Done on EV Targets

While happy that the Biden Administration relaxed tailpipe limits, a group representing over 5,000 dealerships reiterated a more realistic goal is needed when it comes to the sale of electric vehicles (EV). Announced on March 20 by the federal Enviro
Mar 21, 2024

Stellantis Reaches Emissions Agreement with California

Stellantis reached a deal on March 19 with the California Air Resources Board (CARB) on emissions aligned with the state’s efforts to combat climate change. Under the agreement, the maker of Chryslers and Jeeps will comply with California’
Mar 20, 2024

Lexus Leads for Third Consecutive Year in Dealer Services

Lexus, Buick and Mini were the top of their category on the latest J.D. Power survey when it came to dealer service. Lexus ranks highest in satisfaction with dealer service among premium brands for a third consecutive year, with a score of 897 out o
Mar 20, 2024

Dealers More Hopeful in Q1 2024: Cox Poll

A recent survey found dealers more optimistic than they were at the end of last year—but are still worried about major economic headwinds consumers are facing. The recently released Cox Automotive Dealer Sentiment Index (CADSI) resulted in a score
Mar 19, 2024

Dealer Magazine Preview: Interview with NADA Chairman Gary Gilchrist

We had the privilege of talking with Gary Gilchrist, the 2024 chairman for the National Automotive Dealers Association (NADA) for the upcoming edition of Dealer magazine. Gilchrist is president of Gilchrist Chevrolet Buick GMC, Inc. in Tacoma, WA, a
Mar 19, 2024

Fisker Pauses EV Production for Six Weeks

In the latest sign of slowing electric vehicle market, Fisker announced on March 18 that it  pause production for six weeks as looks to raise more money to stay in business. In a press statement, the company wrote that the pause on the assembly line
Mar 18, 2024

Dealer Image Pro Announces New YouTube Web Series: “Dealers in Cars Getting Coffee”

Dealer Image Pro, a leader in automotive dealership merchandising solutions, is excited to launch a groundbreaking YouTube web series titled “Dealers in Cars Getting Coffee.” This innovative series is set to redefine the automotive indust
Mar 18, 2024