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Interview with Dennis Snyder, Rich Ford

  Customer satisfaction is a big deal at Rich Ford. It’s such a big deal, when one irate…

Dealer News July 1

“Lincoln Dealers” the truest form of entrepreneurship

I have had the privilege in my automotive career since 1971 to see a lot of old brands…

Dealer News July 1

Effective Communication is Essential to Avoiding Litigation

Last week I participated in a mediation conference and explained to a consumer that the “issue” they were…

Dealer News July 1

Fewer Service Bays Mean More Opportunities!

GRAPH TO BE INCLUDED There are 50,000 fewer service bays in the United States than there were ten…

Dealer News July 1

Sub-prime Acquisition Fees Being Attached

So…what do you do when a self-professed liar and thief who used to be one of yours now…

Dealer News July 1

The New Playing Field: Today’s Women’s Market

Salesperson Rick escorts prospective customer Sandra to the door and shakes her hand then turns back to his…

Dealer News July 1

Research is Increasingly Important!

Two years ago I wrote an article on the importance of local dealer research, and why “throwing your…

Dealer News July 1

Eight Fresh Ideas to Generate Cost Savings, Top Line Revenue, Risk Mitigation

As a purchasing group, we are continually investigating, interacting with and meeting new suppliers and industry experts who…

Dealer News July 1

Should you Own your Dealership Real Estate? What is the Opportunity Cost?

Dealers often assume that dealership real estate is a good investment. In this low interest rate environment, why…

Dealer News July 1