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 27Latest in: News
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
