Sales & Variable OPS
Dealer Services Network Announce Key Leadership Appointments: Chief Technology Officer and VP of Human Resources
Dealer Services Network (DSN), a technology-enabled provider of title and registration services for mobility customers, proudly announces the addition of two senior executives to its leadership team. Daryl Ludvik has been appointed chief technology officer and Melissa...
Report: Auto Dealerships More Effective than DTC Model
Despite the rise of direct-to-consumer (DTC) car sales, the modern dealer franchise model remains more cost effective, according to a study conducted by the consulting firm, Oliver Wyman. The report, commissioned by the National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA),...
The Affordability Challenge: How Dealers Can Help Customers Keep Long-Term Interests in Mind
In today's automotive market, consumers are facing severe affordability challenges when it comes to purchasing and maintaining vehicles. As car prices continue to rise and economic uncertainties persist, dealers must adapt their strategies to meet the evolving needs...
Automotive Risk Management Partners Announces the Auto Industry’s Most Effective Cyber Attack-Deterrent Technology
Terry Dortch, Founder and CEO of Automotive Risk Management Partners, announced on Oct. 15 a strategic leap in auto dealership cybersecurity with the addition of Ridgeback Network Defense to its portfolio of physical and digital compliance and cyber security programs....
Commerce Department Proposes Ban on Chinese, Russian Connected Cars
Last month, the Biden Administration moved to ban on the sale of connected and autonomous vehicles in the U.S. that are equipped with Chinese and Russian software and hardware. The U.S. Department of Commerce officials said the prohibitions on the software would take...
How Dealership Website Issues Impact In-Person Sales
The consumer car-buying journey has evolved, and dealerships need to evolve with it. Today, 69 percent of shoppers say they want to conduct more of the vehicle-buying process from home, particularly price negotiations and trade-in estimates. This preference has...
myKaarma Payments Surcharging Supports Compliance with New Honest Pricing Laws for Automotive Dealerships
myKaarma, a leading provider of communication and payment software solutions for automotive dealerships, announced that its myKaarma Surcharge now supports compliance with new Honest Pricing Laws enacted across various states including California and New York. Honest...
Clement Auto Group, Genesis of Naples, Lou Fusz Automotive Network, Dahl Automotive: Dealership Sales Roundup
Clement Auto Group Purchases Marty Cancila Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram Dealership Marty Cancila Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram in Florissant, MO, has been acquired by the Clement Auto Group in a deal brokered by the Tim Lamb Group. Clement Auto Group owner and president Raj...
From Homes to Cars Transferring Real Estate Success to Auto Dealerships
Automotive dealerships and real estate agencies face unique challenges but share common goals in adapting to changing market conditions and customer preferences. Both sectors manage significant life purchases—homes and vehicles—which require constant updates to...
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