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Rydell Auto Group, Subaru of Hayward, Jack McGee Chevrolet Buick GMC Cadillac: Dealership Deals
Tom Dinsdale Chevrolet GMC Cadillac and Tom Dinsdale Hyundai Acquired by Rydell Auto Group Tom Dinsdale Chevrolet GMC Cadillac and Tom Dinsdale Hyundai have officially been acquired by Rydell Auto Group, in a deal advised by Haig Partners. The dealerships, located in...
The Shifting Sands of Inventory: Why Dealers Must Look Beyond the Auction Lane
For years, the auction house has been a cornerstone of inventory acquisition for auto dealers. It offered a seemingly reliable pipeline of vehicles to replenish lots and meet consumer demand. However, the landscape has dramatically shifted, leaving many retailers to...
Volvo Scales Back U.S. Lineup Amid Tariff Pressures: Tariff Tracker
President Donald Trump's 25% tariff on all cars imported to the United States has sent ripples through the global automotive industry. Officially implemented on April 3, this policy is already reshaping manufacturing decisions and trade strategies. Everything seems to...
Car Buyer Satisfaction Has Plummeted: CDK Global
A new report from CDK Global has revealed a sharp decline in car buyer satisfaction, marking one of the lowest points in recent history. According to CDK data, a combination of inventory shortages, higher vehicle prices, and lengthier buying processes has left...
Pitch Perfect: How Smart Dealers Win Over Modern Buyers
A car sales pitch is a structured, yet flexible conversation delivered by a salesperson to communicate a vehicle’s value to a potential buyer. It’s tailored to highlight key features, address specific concerns, and guide customers toward a confident and informed...
Impel Announces New Automotive AI Tools to Enhance Safety and Efficiency
Impel, an automotive AI solutions provider, has announced two new models looking to shape the future of automotive AI usage. They revealed their domain-tuned large language model (LLM) and launched the industry's first safety-focused research initiative as they aim to...
How to Ship a Car During Peak Season
If you are planning to ship a car, timing matters! The peak season for car shipping is usually: Summer months: When families are on vacation, and college students are relocating Holiday periods: High activity during end-of-year sales and festivities Snowbird season: A...
Halfway Through 2025, Dealer Sentiment on Profitability and Value is Bright: Presidio Survey
The Presidio Midyear 2025 Dealer Direction Survey revealed a cautiously optimistic outlook from U.S. auto dealers. Even as the industry navigates economic turbulence and the ongoing effects of federal tariff policies, dealers are much more bullish than they were just...
Dealers Beware: Crooks See Dollar Signs on Lots as Prices Rise
Auto dealers are no strangers to uncertainty. Between on and off tariffs and material shortages, the road ahead looks bumpy. While tariffs have been stealing headlines, a rare earth minerals shortage is also impacting the auto industry, forcing one Ford plant to shut...
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