Dealers: Page 8
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Security Breach Just One Click Away
Discover how your employees help hackers break into your system – without even knowing it.
By Steven Finlay • April 23, 2025 -
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Dealer Shortage Delays Nio European Firefly
The Chinese automaker is seeking more contracts to build sales and servicing networks for its entry-level BEV.
By Paul Myles • April 22, 2025 -
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J.D. Power: Prepare Now for Price Volatility
Brands relying more heavily on imported models will be hit hardest as Q3 pricing shifts loom.
By Nancy Dunham • April 22, 2025 -
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Dealers Flip the Script: Car Buying Moves into the Fast Lane
Dealers need used-car inventory and are using subtle offers to appraise and buy during service visits.
By Steve Finlay • April 21, 2025 -
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Tariffs, Long Loans Stretch Buyers – and Dealer Risk
Record-long 84-month loan terms, soaring payments and tariff turmoil put pressure on affordability and inventory planning.
By Nancy Dunham • April 18, 2025 -
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Senator: Tariffs Will Launch Auto Industry ‘Golden Age’
Sen. Bernie Moreno defies industry outlook, calling tariffs short-term pain, long-term gain at Auto Forum New York.
By Jim Henry • April 16, 2025 -
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Fast EV Valuations? There’s an App for That
Dealers get fast, data-driven EV valuations with Plug’s new Trade Desk tool.
By Alysha Webb • April 16, 2025 -
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Dealers Tackle Tariff Confusion With Facts, Not Fear
Dealers ease worry after 4,000% rise in tariff-related questions.
By Alysha Webb • April 15, 2025 -
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Column
Legendary Dealer Jack Fitzgerald, Jr. Dies at 89
Dealer icon Fitzgerald championed transparency, mentorship and employee ownership.
By Steve Finlay • April 14, 2025 -
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Dealers Brace for BEV, Tariff Price Crunch
March sales surged – but summer sticker shock looms for budget buyers.
By Nancy Dunham • April 11, 2025 -
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Dealers Rush to Buy Amid Tariff Fears
Seasonal trends break as dealers race to beat looming tariffs.
By Jim Henry • April 10, 2025 -
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EV Demand Holds Strong Despite Political Shifts
Tesla’s dip doesn’t slow overall EV shopper momentum.
By Nancy Dunham • April 8, 2025 -
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Opinion
Industry Voices | Compliance Is the New Customer Trust Currency
Trust hinges on strong safeguards, smart tech and airtight compliance practices.
By Robert Newman • April 8, 2025 -
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Fewer Cars, More Friction: Tariffs Rattle Dealership Floors
Dealers brace for low inventory, rising prices and shopper dissatisfaction.
By Alysha Webb • April 7, 2025 -
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Fixed Ops Fix: New Dealer Sees 81% Profit Jump in Months
Warranty focus, leadership hire drive quick success for new dealer Nathan Shaver.
By Alysha Webb • April 4, 2025 -
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Charged Uncertainty: Dealers Weigh In as Politics, Tariffs Cloud the Road Ahead
With BEV adoption stalling in some markets and political winds shifting, dealers across the U.S. share what’s really driving (or slowing) electric vehicle sales.
By Steve Finlay • April 3, 2025 -
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Trump Installs 10% Baseline Tariff, Country-specific Duties
The new duties will not be stacked on top of automotive-specific tariffs set to begin April 3, and exemptions for USMCA-compliant products remain in effect.
By Philip Neuffer • April 3, 2025 -
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Aggressive Moves Keep Old Inventory Moving
Inventory discipline, tech tools drive faster vehicle turn rates.
By Alysha Webb • April 2, 2025 -
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Fewer Lost Leads with Smart Chatbot
Subaru dealer uses AI chat to triple lead engagement.
By Jim Henry • April 1, 2025 -
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Cox Automotive Revises Sales Forecast Down
Trump’s tariffs will be “highly disruptive,” says Cox’s Jonathan Smoke.
By Jim Henry • March 31, 2025 -
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Tariff Start Date Sparks Dealer Urgency, Opportunities
“The silver lining here is real,” says Cox’s Jade Terreberry.
By Nancy Dunham • March 28, 2025 -
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Sticker Shock 2.0: Why Insurance Costs Are Killing Deals
Affordability woes shift focus from selling cars to guiding customers.
By Nancy Dunham • March 27, 2025 -
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Opinion
Industry Voices | Security vs. Speed: Stop Employees From Bypassing Cyber Protocols
Human error remains dealerships’ biggest threat despite advanced cyber defenses.
By Terry Dortch • March 26, 2025 -
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Tires Can Boost Profits or Drive Customers Away
Roll ahead with tire sales but educate customers to steer clear of dealer – and brand – dissatisfaction.
By Nancy Dunham • March 25, 2025 -
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Spring Bounce Falters as Wholesale Prices Dip
Spring sales surge, but margins and supply disappoint.
By Nancy Dunham • March 24, 2025
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