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Petra Automotive Products Doubles Revenue Growth in Three Years, Expands Global Reach
Houston, TX – Sept. 9, 2025 - Petra Automotive Products, a leading provider of high-performance automotive solutions, has experienced remarkable growth over the past three years, doubling its revenue while expanding its presence across global markets. Between 2022 and...
Vehicle Prices Climb in August as EV Sales Hit Record High: Kelley Blue Book
New-vehicle prices in the U.S. rose in August, driven by the arrival of pricier 2026 models and a record-breaking month for electric vehicle (EV) sales, according to the latest data from Kelley Blue Book. The average transaction price (ATP) for a new vehicle climbed...
Gee Automotive’s Jake Hales to Speak at #DDCE2025
Jake Hales, Digital Operations Manager at Gee Automotive will be hosting three insightful sessions at Digital Dealer Conference & Expo 2025! He will be presenting two 20-minute talks at Car Wars Booth #625 titled “Customer Experience is a Team Sport - Aligning...
Cerence AI Develops Mobile Work AI Agent, Integrating Microsoft 365 Copilot Into Cars to Enable Safer, Smarter Work on the Go
SUMMARY AND KEY POINTS: Cerence AI is developing a mobile work AI agent for the car that integrates with Microsoft 365 Copilot, enabling hands-free mobile work through a voice-first experience. Designed with automakers, end users, and enterprise IT requirements in...
Fair Isn’t Always Equal: Succession Planning in the Family Dealership
“My wife wants to be sure our children are treated fairly, but that’s easier said than done.” Hardly a week goes by that I don’t hear this statement from a family business owner, particularly auto dealers, working through their estate plan. You’re trying to protect...
Matthew Davis of TradePending to Speak at #DDCE2025
Matthew Davis, CMO of TradePending will be hosting two insightful sessions at Digital Dealer Conference & Expo 2025! First, he’ll have a 20-minute talk at the DealerTech Live stage on the Expo Hall floor titled: “Because Everyone Loves Filling Out 37 Forms to Get...
Raising the Bar: Fuel Retailers Primed to Cure EV Charging Headaches
World EV Day survey reveals drivers want forecourt-style amenities while charging – and there’s generous financial support to get projects moving.
Protective Asset Protection Unveils Expanded AI Driven Training Program for Auto Dealerships
ST. LOUIS - (September 8, 2025) – Protective Asset Protection today announced the expansion of its auto, RV, powersport, & marine training program, introducing new resources designed to equip finance and insurance (F&I) managers with the skills needed for...
The Hidden Hero of the Dealership: Why Wash Matters More Than Ever
Where Sustainability Meets Service: The Wash Innovation Driving Dealership Change
Olivia Stapleton of Dealer Teamwork to Host Session at #DDCE2025
Olivia Stapleton, Marketing Specialist, Sales Enablement at Dealer Teamwork will be hosting an insightful session at Digital Dealer Conference & Expo 2025! The 25-minute talk is titled “Shift Happens: Navigating Gen Z’s New Path to the Dealership” The traditional...
Cyberattacks on Auto Dealers Remain Dangerously High a Year After CDK Incident, Report Finds
A year after an unprecedented cyberattack on CDK Global’s dealership management system shook the retail automotive sector, dealerships across the United States are still grappling with significant threats every day. The newly released "State of Cybersecurity 2025"...
The Dangers of Over-Personalization for Dealerships
Personalization has been a key marketing strategy for nearly two decades, with numerous studies highlighting its effectiveness. For instance, a report from Deloitte Insights found that nearly 70 percent of consumers are more likely to purchase from a brand that offers...
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