Trending Auto Retail News
Strategies to sell and service more vehicles more profitably – The 13th Digital Dealer Conference & Exposition expands speaker roster
Speakers from top dealerships, fixed operations, pre-owned, and social media specialists, along with some of the industry’s leading trainers and consultants were recently added to the agenda of the 13th Digital Dealer Conference & Exposition. The three day event,...
Senior Vice President and General Manager of MAX Systems Reveals How to Hook Shoppers Online, and Buyers on the Lot
Smart dealers and managers are using the Internet to super-size their traffic—and avoiding the dreaded race to the bottom that puts a squeeze on gross profits. But in the crush of third-party sites and the sea of competitive listings, how will your inventory stand...
Distracted Driving Exposes Corporations to New Universe of Risk
Drive by Example launched Corporate Protection Program allowing human resource managers to limit liability and enhance corporate wellness by injecting driver safety Drivers’ safety organization Drive by Example has announced the launch of the Drive by Example...
Edmunds.com Reaches Facebook Milestone, Boasts Largest Social Media Presence Among Car Shopping Sites
SANTA MONICA, Calif. — Edmunds.com has officially surpassed 100,000 Facebook likes, and is now the most popular automotive information website on both Facebook and Twitter. As of this morning, Edmunds.com’s 101,700 Facebook likes and 34,400 Twitter followers topped...
Group 1 Automotive Selects ExxonMobil as Preferred Supplier of Engine Oil Products
A suite of ExxonMobil automotive lubricant products to be featured at Group 1 dealerships throughout the U.S. FAIRFAX, Va. -- ExxonMobil Lubricants and Petroleum Specialties Company, a division of Exxon Mobil Corporation has been selected as the preferred supplier of...
Percentage of teen drivers continues to drop
ANN ARBOR, Mich.—Thirty years ago, eight in 10 Americans ages 17-19 had a driver's license. Today, it's six in 10, say University of Michigan researchers. In a follow-up to their previous studies examining the percentage of young persons with driver's licenses,...
America’s Car-Mart Opens 116th Dealership
Bentonville, AR -- America's Car-Mart, Inc. this week announced the opening of its 116th dealership. The dealership is located in Saint Joseph, Missouri and represents Car-Mart's 15th location in Missouri. "We very proud to be expanding into great towns like Saint...
Rep. Introduces New Motor Vehicle Safety Legislation
Bill Addresses Vehicle Electronics WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Rep. Mary Bono Mack (R-Calif.) has introduced House Bill 6051, the Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 2012. The bill was referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. Bono Mack is a member of the committee...
ASA Announces New, Renewing Associate Members for Second Quarter 2012
COLLEYVILLE, TEXAS - The AutomotiveService Association (ASA) is pleased to announce its newest associate members - Blue Light Integrated Services, Indiana Autobody Association (IABA), Motor Trade Association of South Australia and Specialty Footwear International LLC...
Survey: The Three Year Vehicle Purchase Cycle is Dead and Not Coming Back
More practical consumers are getting used to older vehicles -- but are more scrupulous about service, with independent repair shops trumping dealership service centers for aging vehiclesCARSON, Calif. -- Reports of the death of the two to three year vehicle purchasing...
Sonic Automotive Reports Parts and Service Revenue Up 3.2%
CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- Sonic Automotive, Inc. (NYSE: SAH), one of the nation's largest automotive retailers, today reported 2012 second quarter earnings from continuing operations of $27.5 million for an 20% increase over the prior year results. Earnings from continuing...
Honda Recalls 172,000 Vehicles
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, America Honda Motor Co. is recalling a little over 172,000 2013 and 2012 model year Acura ILX and Honda CR-V vehicles. The website said there is an issue with the door latch that may cause the door to...
Join us for Digital Dealer Las Vegas 2021