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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…

News May 27
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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…

News May 21
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Tariffs Are Hitting More Than Your Margins — Here’s Where You’re Most at Risk

  Auto dealers understand the economic hit of tariffs — rising costs, inventory delays, shrinking margins. But what…

News May 19
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The Rise of Automotive Cybercrime: How Hackers Target Dealerships and How to Stop Them

Your dealership likely holds an extensive amount of sensitive data on your buyers – and, for that reason,…

News May 16
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Deciphering Q1 Auto Finance Trends: Implications for Lenders and Dealers Amid Mixed Data

The first quarter of 2025 has delivered new insights into the ongoing digital transformation within the auto finance…

News May 14
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Tariffs Are Roiling the Auto Industry: Here’s What It Means for Investors

As the 2025 U.S. election cycle ramps up, tariffs have reemerged as a flashpoint in trade discussions—especially in…

News May 13
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The AI-Powered Car: Inevitable, but Will Drivers Embrace It?

The automotive industry is racing into the AI era, promising smarter, more intuitive vehicles. AI in cars is…

News May 12
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Your Best Hedge Against Tariffs? Using Data and Automation

My experience in the auto industry has taught me that uncertainty is part of the business. Dealers continuously…

News May 6
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AI and Emotional Intelligence: The Future of Talent Assessment in Automotive Retail

You’ve seen it before: a new hire walks onto the dealership floor brimming with confidence. On paper, they’re…

News April 29
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Rethinking What Success Looks Like in Sales

Let’s call it what it is: most car dealers are addicted to the high of the quick close.…

News April 28