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What’s Preventing More Auto Retailers from Additional Cyber Defense?

Sure, technology is rapidly advancing the automotive retail and lending industries, but this evolution has also brought about…

News April 2
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The Hard Conversations: Why Your Service Department Must Tell the Whole Truth

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News March 31
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Passing the Baton Gets Harder

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News March 28
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4 Key Strategies Every Dealer Needs to Implement Now

I’ve worked with my fair share of dealerships over the years, and I’ve seen firsthand how fragmented technology,…

News March 25
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Insights from CES 2025: The Convergence of In-Cabin Sensing and Software-Defined Vehicles

As regulatory frameworks such as the EU’s Advanced Driver Distraction Warning (ADDW) near enforcement, automotive OEMs increasingly integrate…

News March 20
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From Skepticism to Confidence, Upselling Strategies That Work

Upselling for car dealerships can be more challenging than it seems. Many car buyers view such offers with…

News March 17
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The Missing Ingredient With Today’s Digital Deal Jackets

Today’s leading auto retailers widely recognize the significance of digital deal jackets in their operations. These comprehensive electronic…

News March 12
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Mastering the Pendulum Swing: Navigating Dealership Leadership Overreach with Precision

In today’s rapidly evolving automotive retail landscape, the interplay between outstanding service and effective sales is more critical…

News March 11
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Understanding How The U.S. Treasury Views The Use of AI in Auto Finance

On December 19, 2024, the U.S. Department of the Treasury published a comprehensive report examining the applications, benefits,…

News March 7
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How More Auto Lenders Are “Pledging” Electronic Loan Assets

Financial institutions today are constantly seeking innovative ways to optimize their liquidity and capital utilization strategies. One such…

News March 4