Dealer World

DECEMBER 10, 2024

The customer seemed legitimate, the electronic payment cleared initially, and everything appeared to be by the book." What follows is a carefully orchestrated dance of fake electronic payments and quick vehicle releases that leaves dealerships holding the bag and buyers out thousands of dollars. But then things went sideways.

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Automotive Addicts

MARCH 18, 2025

Yes, thats right, I said 492 electric miles (WT Max Range) thanks to GMs Ultium Battery pack and dual motor electronic 4WD platform with Performance Torque Vectoring. Truck customers tell us range is one of the main barriers to considering an EV. Some configurations may meet the $7,500 federal tax credit for eligible customers.

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Auto Remarketing

OCTOBER 2, 2024

If the cost of holding a pre-owned vehicle can’t be offset by a retail sale, wholesaling or sending it to auction could be the best option. As a vehicle ages, if you’ve already invested in reconditioning, it may make sense to retail it at a smaller loss rather than wholesale it for a larger loss.

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Automotive Addicts

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Lexus additionally partnered with various accessory companies for customizations that can be installed directly at the dealer. Pricing is set from headquarters so retailers don’t upcharge you. Alloy rim choices are available in 20s and 22s depending on model selection.

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Automotive Addicts

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

The HEV system is paired with Electronic On-Demand All Wheel Drive, making this SUV not only stylish but also practical for various driving conditions. Over the years, it has become a favorite among families, achieving the title of #1 retail midsize SUV for eight consecutive years (2016–2023). ft of torque stands out.

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AutoSuccessOnline

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

The automotive retail landscape has undergone significant change in recent years, with dealerships facing new challenges with their inventory acquisition strategies. By offering a seamless and secure platform for consumers to sell their vehicles directly to the dealership, businesses can build stronger relationships with potential customers.

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Drive.com

MARCH 3, 2024

Per The Guardian , car theft in the UK and Wales from March 2023 to this year “was at its highest level for more than a decade” In response to the concerning rising trend of keyless car thefts, some manufacturers have invested in upgrading their security systems to better protect customers.

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Automotive Addicts

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Everything the automaker curates for customers — from cars and crossovers to culinary and educational platforms — is based on respect, values, and principles. The flagship engagement, which is akin to inviting friends into your home for brunch, has been inherited by Genesis retailers. With the 3.3L

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DealerTrack Insights

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

This might be a familiar scene in your dealership: your customers have just test-driven their dream car, checked all the cool features, and are living on cloud 9. All this saves time upfront since customers can fill out fields, sign once, and then simply tap after that, and later on because it reduces the risk of errors.

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Canadian Auto Dealer

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

We’ve found dealers are concerned now about full transparency as they are under more scrutiny from customers and regulators. When it comes to the consumer experience in auto retail, we want sales consultants to put themselves in their customer’s shoes and learn to dance with the client instead of trying to control their experience.

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CarExpert

AUGUST 4, 2024

Australian G6 pricing is not scheduled to be announced until September, but we can expect Xpeng’s local importer, distributor and retailer, TrueEV, to follow Europe’s lead. On that basis, the entry-level G6 RWD is likely to retail for $55,000 to $60,000, targeting the $55,900 Model Y Rear-Wheel Drive. How does the Xpeng G6 drive?

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AutoSuccessOnline

AUGUST 1, 2024

VitalEdge , a provider of innovative solutions for dealerships, announced the release of VESign, a cutting-edge electronic document signature software designed to streamline operations and enhance efficiency in automotive retail environments. Enhanced Security: Verify and store customer signatures securely in one centralized location.

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AutoSuccessOnline

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

With a career spanning my entire adult life in the automotive industry, I have witnessed firsthand the gradual evolution of retail (where I began), which has been greatly accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic. Consumer behavior has changed dramatically, necessitating a corresponding adaptation within the automotive sector.

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Shawn Ryder

SEPTEMBER 28, 2024

The Role of Augmented Reality in Modern Showroom Design Immersive Product Interaction Augmented Reality (AR) serves as a powerful tool in modern showrooms by enabling customers to interact with products in ways that were previously unimaginable.

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Drive.com

APRIL 6, 2025

It is an electronic vehicle diagnostic device primarily used by locksmiths or mechanics to create a genuine replacement key. What is a key-copying tool? Depending on the age, make and model of a car, these tools can be used to program a new key or fob by following a step-by-step process and can be easily purchased online.

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AutoSuccessOnline

DECEMBER 13, 2024

“The customer seemed legitimate, the electronic payment cleared initially and everything appeared to be by the book.” What follows is a carefully orchestrated dance of fake electronic payments and quick vehicle releases that leaves dealerships holding the bag and buyers out thousands of dollars. The worst part?

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AutoSuccessOnline

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

People understand the connection between identity verification and a positive customer experience with 63% saying it’s extremely or very important for businesses to be able to recognize them online. consumers about their online interactions and expectations regarding security and customer experience. in March 2024.

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CarExpert

JANUARY 29, 2025

litre flat-six powerplant that joyfully sings its way to 9000rpm, and Porsche also stands alone in offering customers a choice of manual and dual-clutch automatic transmissions. Also new is the optional Weissach Package, which offers even more custom configuration for track use. How much does the Porsche 911 cost?

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Drive.com

APRIL 28, 2025

GWM has cancelled a nation-wide drive-away pricing scheme for its 2025 GWM Cannon Alpha PHEV ute in favour of traditional retail pricing, though the updated pricing has paved the way for more affordable state-based drive-away deals. GWM says the discounted retail prices are guaranteed for orders placed before June 30, 2025.

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DealerTrack Insights

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

The digital age of automotive retail has arrived—it’s out with the old and in with the new way of buying and selling cars. This retail revolution has allowed dealers to keep up with customer preferences. A New Year’s Revolution What better way to start off the new year than with a fresh start with your HR technology?

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Automotive Addicts

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Priced at $225, the adapter isn’t being handed out for free, unlike Ford’s free rollout to its customers. GM has started taking orders for the adapters, which will ship directly to customers through the end of the year at no cost.

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Drive.com

JANUARY 30, 2025

Volkswagen Australia says the 195TSI R-Line is a successor to the 235kW Tiguan R offered towards the end of the outgoing Tiguan’s life, while also providing a more powerful flagship option for existing Tiguan 162TSI customers looking to upgrade. Volkswagen says a fully-optioned 1.4-litre seconds Tiguan 150TSI Elegance 150kW/320Nm 2.0-litre

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Turbo Marketing Solutions

NOVEMBER 15, 2019

Drop the hype, make your messages ultra-personal and non-salespitchy; and most of all, time them to perfection, so you’re in front of your ideal audience before all the other retailers. I’m sorry to pop your automotive bubble here, but with this knowledge, you can now make your communication efforts much more powerful.

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Solera

JANUARY 16, 2024

By revolutionizing and reinvigorating dealership operations, customer relationship management, marketing and digital advertising, and fixed operations, Solera’s dealer solution suite has the potential to change the game in the industry. This collaboration aims to enhance the overall customer experience.

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Canadian Auto Dealer

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Car dealerships are becoming prime targets for cybercriminals in part because they handle sensitive customer data, high-value transactions and operate with complex supply chain networks. At the federal level, the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) sets the baseline for privacy protection.

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Shawn Ryder

OCTOBER 8, 2024

For instance, a study conducted by the Automotive Enthusiasts Association revealed that customers who were educated about automotive terms felt more confident negotiating vehicle prices and discussing features, leading to a 15% increase in customer satisfaction ratings at participating dealerships.

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Canadian Auto Dealer

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

With 24 months of ownership and over 42,000 kms travelled, it now seems a good time to reflect on my experience and share the good, the not so good, and the implications for retailers and OEMs. Over 90 per cent of my kilometres driven have come from electrons from my L2 home charger. The EV is my primary ride.

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Drive.com

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

With manual versions now discontinued, the automatic T60 Max Pro now opens the line-up with the changes resulting in a $2105 price rise to $45,253 drive-away for private customers. Australian Business Number (ABN) holders can bag the 2025 LDV T60 Max Pro for $42,990. The 2025 LDV T60 will arrive in Australian showrooms in this month.

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CarExpert

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Numerous range restructures and price adjustments haven’t helped, and it seems that more and more customers are just choosing German alternatives as a result. Save $20,000 off retail and start with the SE, then add a couple of choice options and opt for more expressive colours inside and out, and you have something truly unique.

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CarExpert

MAY 2, 2024

If you want to do without the more aggressive shifting and throttle response this brings, you can program a custom drive mode with, for example, the powertrain set to Comfort but the suspension set to Sport. On a trip from Genesis’ Prahran retail location to the Mornington Peninsula, we saw fuel consumption of 10.7L/100km;

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Shawn Ryder

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

Dealerships must recognize that fostering an effective online presence is now paramount to meeting these evolving customer preferences. Features such as virtual reality showrooms, 360-degree vehicle views, and detailed online inventories enable customers to explore their options from the comfort of their homes.

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Shawn Ryder

JANUARY 22, 2024

Digital marketing is a way to promote products or services using the internet and electronic devices. Some Examples of Digital Marketing: – Websites: Companies create websites where they can provide information about their products or services, and customers can visit these websites to learn more and make purchases.

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Autocar

MAY 22, 2024

But just who is Leapmotor and what is the appeal, both to customers and to Stellantis dealers, who might want to take a punt on stocking the range? The company was founded in 2015 by Jiangming Zhu, an engineer who had previously helped to set up electronics company Dahua Technology.

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CarExpert

JANUARY 22, 2025

Smart vehicles are being imported and distributed here by Australias largest Mercedes-Benz retailer, LSH Auto, and sold via its dealerships in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane, with other outlets to follow. It is important to respond to the increasingly diverse demands and desires of the customers.

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Canadian Auto Dealer

JULY 29, 2024

A rough estimate for auto retailers puts the device at about $399 for three years. We call them Nano-Tags; it’s electronic marking. As with all other product suppliers we spoke to, Kendrick said he does not believe they are 100 per cent undetectable, but that it is “unlikely that most scanners will actually sense the device.”

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AutoSuccessOnline

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Auto manufacturers and large-scale distributors face the continued challenge of not only differentiating themselves from competitors but also creating value that resonates deeply with these smaller partners and their customers. Can invoices or claims be electronically scanned? And this makes sense. How much of it could be?

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Drive.com

AUGUST 28, 2024

The money has been spent because this Commodore needs to be good enough to sell on its merits to fussy customers in the Gulf States, Brazil and perhaps even Europe. There are big gains in electronics that go beyond traction control and anti-lock brakes. It had to build a wagon with a similar load area to keep fleet customers happy.

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