Sales & Variable OPS
Physical Audits Support Compliance Software in Thwarting CARS Rule Violations and Other Auto Dealership Cyber Crimes
CRYSTAL LAKE, IL, May 22, 2024 -- As cyber crimes against auto dealerships escalate, dealers must recognize the importance of conducting frequent physical security audits to supplement any software-driven compliance tool they may be using. This advice comes from Terry...
Urban Science: Auto Dealers Relevance Increases for Buyers
Urban Science recently released their annual 2024 Urban Science Dealership Transformation Index (DTI) shows improvement from the year before, especially with Gen Z consumers. The 2024 Urban Science DTI score overall stands at 56, up a percentage point from the year...
EpiCar Announces First Auction Event for Dealers on June 17
EpiCar, a new unique platform, has recently announced its first auction event scheduled for June 17. This platform facilitates direct connections between dealers and private car sellers, providing a streamlined, efficient inventory sourcing solution. EpiCar's...
EV New Vehicle Price Remains Virtual Unchanged in April
Kelly Blue Book’s (KBB) estimates for electric vehicles (EV) sales forecast no marginal difference in April from the previous month. EV transaction prices in April were up roughly 0.1 percent at $55,252, an increase of only $75 from the prior month. Year-over-year,...
Reynolds Looks at What Dealers, Customer Want in Service Check-In
You never get a second chance to make a first impression—and a recent survey shows what dealers and customer are looking for from each other when it comes to this all-important initial interaction when it comes to the drop off for vehicle service. Reynolds and...
Key Tactics to Elevate Your Dealership’s Online Reputation
A positive online presence can significantly impact a dealership's ability to attract and retain customers, directly influencing its overall success and growth. Furthermore, according to Cox Automotive, more than half of today's car shoppers view a dealership's online...
New-Vehicle Prices Rise for First Time in 2024: KBB
The price for new vehicles increased for the first time in 2024, according to a Kelly Blue Book (KBB) estimate released May 14. The average transaction prices (ATPs) for April is expected to increase by 2.2 percent to $48,510, the highest price since December 2023....
CallRevu Acquires TotalCX: A Strategic Move to Redefine Industry Standards and Automotive Customer Excellence
In a strategic industry leadership initiative, CallRevu, a premier entity in the automotive communication intelligence sector, has announced the acquisition of TotalCX, a leading call management platform and integrated hosted telephony solution. This pivotal...
Dennis & Co. Auto Group, Steve Marshall Group, Performance Lexus of Northern Kentucky, America’s Car-Mart: Dealership Sales Roundup
Dennis & Co., Kyle Busch Purchas New Jersey Dealership Dennis & Co. Auto Group expanded its dealership network by purchasing New Jersey-based Hawthorne Chevrolet, fueled by a partnership with NASCAR Cup Champion. “We are excited to add a third Chevy store to...
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