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Why Is Senator Warren Saying These Things About Car Dealers?
What’s unquestionable is Senator Warren’s disdain for dealers. It’s a matter of public record.
By David Robertson • June 12, 2015 -
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No Detour Ahead for Chevy Marketing, GM’s Batey Says
Chevy sales are up 3.9% against an industry that’s ahead of last year’s pace by 5.8%, according to WardsAuto data. GM’s 4.9% year-to-date sales increase also trails the industry.
By James M. Amend • June 10, 2015 -
Explore the Trendline➔
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TrendlineArtificial Intelligence
Automakers and dealers alike are increasingly seeing the use case for AI within their operations. Explore some use cases in this trendline.
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Annual U.K. Auto Dealer Conference Around Corner
James Baggott, managing director-Car Dealer magazine, says U.K. car-retailing professionals can take part in an event on par with the National Automobile Dealers Assn. in the U.S.
By Alan Harman • June 5, 2015 -
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Testing Done, Ally Rolls Out Longer Extended Warranty on Vehicles
In a survey of dealers, 87% said the overall transition went well.
By Steve Finlay • June 2, 2015 -
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Anti-Theft Systems Appeal to Car Dealers, Buyers Alike
Wheel and tire thefts are making a comeback.
By Jim Leman • June 1, 2015 -
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Used-Car Marketing: Four Modern Strategies
If you’re going to thrive, step it up. Here’s how.
By Eric Weisbrot • May 27, 2015 -
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Auto Dealers Set for Big Holiday Weekend
Selling used cars requires extra effort but offers higher yields, according to DealerSocket data on last year’s holiday.
By Steve Finlay • May 22, 2015 -
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Predictions and AutoNation’s Predicament at the Top
Will Warren Buffett make a bid for the Hendrick auto dealership group?
By Phil Villegas 1 • May 19, 2015 -
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Megadealers Leave Mark on Auto Industry
An analysis for the 27th annual WardsAuto Megadealer 100 looks at how grand-scale auto retailing started and where it went.
By Phil Villegas • May 19, 2015 -
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The Dealer 5 | May 18, 2015
Dealer news and information from WardsAuto and around the web.
By Steve Finlay • May 18, 2015 -
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What’s the Rush at Car Dealerships?
Let’s take a deep breath, slow down and stop the silliness.
By David Ruggles • May 18, 2015 -
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Car Dealers Can Cut Wasted Time
Here are the biggest time wasters and what can be done to eliminate them.
By Mark Rikess • May 15, 2015 -
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Walker Automotive: Walk, Don’t Run
Starting out selling REOs, the Louisiana dealership group now holds 10 franchises.
By Tom Beaman • May 14, 2015 -
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Startling New Findings on Auto Dealers and Buyers! Or Maybe Not
Here’s a potential survey question: Why do you say one thing and do another?
By David Ruggles • May 13, 2015 -
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Using Email for Car Dealership Prospecting? Do It Right
Tips on doing digital marketing campaigns correctly, both from a legal and marketing sense.
By Dan Smith • May 11, 2015 -
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F&I Dos and Don’ts
Training experts tell how to be a great car dealership finance and insurance manager.
By Jim Leman • May 11, 2015 -
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Study Looks at Easing Car Dealership F&I Pain Points
Customers are conflicted when it comes to the finance and insurance process at dealerships.
By Steve Finlay • May 4, 2015 -
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Ally Financial, Aston Martin Form Partnership
Ally becomes the preferred lender for the British luxury brand with 37 U.S. dealers.
May 1, 2015 -
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75% Say They Would Buy Vehicles Online
The A-to-Z digital purchase would include financing, negotiating, completing paperwork and arranging delivery.
By Steve Finlay • May 1, 2015 -
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Ally Replaces Mitsubishi’s Captive Lender
Broadening an existing relationship, a new agreement brings all of Ally’s financial products and services to the automaker’s nearly 380 U.S. dealers.
By Steve Finlay • April 28, 2015 -
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The Dealer 5 | April 27, 2015
Dealer news and information from WardsAuto and around the web.
By Steve Finlay • April 27, 2015 -
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Are 1-Hour Deals Doable at Car Dealerships?
eLend Solution’s Pete MacInnis believes a typical car purchase takes too long, and the culprit is F&I.
By Steve Finlay • April 27, 2015 -
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Maximize Your F&I Time
Step back, analyze your customer base and pick products that meet their needs. This qualitative approach will deepen your product penetration, shorten the sales process and increase revenue potential.
By John Stephens 1 • April 22, 2015 -
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Auto Dealership Service Dept. Relationships Need Repairs
Two groups with different backgrounds and pay plans don’t often see eye to eye.
By Steve Finlay • April 22, 2015 -
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Have Phone, Will Shop at Car Dealerships
Editor's note: This story is part of the WardsAuto digital archive, which may include content that was first published in print, or in different web layouts.My wife gave in. She stood out among the last holdouts who claim all they need is a basic phone to make and take calls. Hello? Now, Jackie u...
By Steve Finlay 2 • April 21, 2015
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