Fladco

MARCH 12, 2025

Even though the auto industry has been granted a 30-day reprieve, these policy changes are expected to increase vehicle prices, disrupt supply chains, and create financial challenges for dealerships nationwide as they go into effect. Understanding the Tariff Impact on Auto Dealerships Whats Changing? The post How New U.S.

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Turbo Marketing Solutions

MAY 23, 2024

Reflecting on the precision of robots on the factory floor immaculately welding steel bodies, consider how AI imparts similar perfection to video creation, right down to personalizing dealership branding and offering tailored deals. The implementation of artificial intelligence in assembly lines has notably optimized manufacturing processes.

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Motor Trader

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Bowker said the move would help optimise resources and meet growing customer demand for manufacturer-approved used vehicles. It operates seven dealerships, representing BMW and MINI in Blackburn and Preston, BMW Motorrad in Preston and Porsche Centres in Bolton and Preston.

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Motor Authority

APRIL 19, 2024

Ford has confirmed price cuts for most 2024 F-150 Lightning grades, and has started shipping trucks from its Rouge Electric Vehicle Center manufacturing facility near Detroit to dealerships. The biggest price cut goes to the Flash Extended Range, which now starts at $70,090 with the mandatory $2,095 destination charge.

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AutoSuccessOnline

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

One of the key drivers of customer loyalty is how often a customer returns to a dealership for service and repairs after purchasing a vehicle. It’s well known that customers who service their vehicles at the dealership are more likely to not only return for future maintenance but also buy their next car from that dealership.

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Motor Trader

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

West Yorkshire based car dealership, Cars 2, has been sold by its Shareholders to an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT). Josh Stokes from the Castle Square Corporate Finance team provided advice on transaction value, structuring, manufacturer approval and the fundraising process, supported by Director Kevan Shaw.

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Carscoops

DECEMBER 31, 2024

The recall impacts 1,385 vehicles manufactured from April 2 to October 17, 2024. To address the problem, Kia dealerships will install an additional protective covering around the fuel line of affected vehicles. Kia’s latest recall impacts Sorento PHEVs that risk fuel leaks during frontal crashes.

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Carscoops

JANUARY 23, 2025

Ford issues so many recalls you start to wonder if it’s not just a ploy to get owners back into a dealership so the salesman can work on them to upgrade. The latest of those recalls concerns more than a quarter of a million Bronco Sports and Mavericks.

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Shawn Ryder

MARCH 7, 2025

In the digital age, automotive dealerships are learning how to leverage technology and online marketing to connect with potential customers more effectively. In a small town like Ursa, Illinois, embracing digital marketing strategies can make a world of difference for local car dealerships vying for attention in a competitive market.

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Carscoops

DECEMBER 26, 2024

This latest recall impacts 11,922 models manufactured from November 5, 2023, to February 13, 2024. Dealerships will inspect the nuts on affected vehicles and run a torque test. The Blue Oval plans to alert owners starting February 3, 2025. If the nut fails the test, both the nut and the knuckle assembly will be replaced.

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CarExpert

MARCH 2, 2025

“Due to a manufacturing defect, brake fluid may leak into the Antilock Braking System (ABS) control module,” Hyundai Australia says in its recall notice. Almost 9000 examples of the Hyundai ix35 have been recalled as they pose a fire risk.

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Carscoops

DECEMBER 6, 2024

I’ve long considered Mazda’s Soul Red Crystal paint one of the finest paint options offered by any car manufacturer. Pricing And Availability The 2025 Corolla Cross is expected to roll into Toyota dealerships in late December 2024. A handful of minor other tweaks have been made to the 2025 Corolla Cross.

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Crest Nissan

JANUARY 2, 2025

Nissan executives, community leaders, and manufacturing employees gathered to celebrate as the first 2025 model rolled off the assembly line. The new Murano is expected to arrive at dealerships in early 2025. If you have any questions, dont hesitate to contact our Nissan dealership today.

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Motor Trader

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

The implications of the tax increase would see VED rates for cars emitting more than 76g of CO2 per kilometre effectively double, impacting the financial viability for many in the car dealership sector.

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Carscoops

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Other Findings The study also quizzed owners about the education and training they received from dealerships or the manufacturer. Other strong performers included the Kia EV6 (743), Chevrolet Equinox EV (737), and Hyundai Ioniq 5 (728). The vast majority of EV owners are also eager to stick with an EV.

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Carscoops

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

The owner alleges that GM breached the vehicle’s warranty and that her dealership never attempted to repair the fault. Additionally, Buick Encore models manufactured between 2020 and 2023 are included in this expanded suit.

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AutoSuccessOnline

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Tom Castriota addressed the countrys franchised new-car dealers for the first time as the NADA chairman at the NADA Show 2025 , setting the tone for a year of advocacy and emphasizing the community impact of dealerships. And like all of you, at my familys dealership, we prioritize taking care of them.

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Carscoops

DECEMBER 31, 2024

The fix involves updating the powertrain control module software, which will be performed free of charge at the nearest dealership. A potential manufacturing defect could cause an internal short circuit, which, you guessed it, leads to battery failure. First, let’s talk about the 2024-2025 Lincoln Nautilus.

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Carscoops

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

According to the lawsuit, 2018-2021 Honda Odyssey models were manufactured with defective polyurethane seals that are prone to cracking. This complaint adds that the root cause of the problem was confirmed after an inspection at a Honda dealership.

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Automotive Addicts

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

How Black Americans Rescued Cadillac In 1934, Cadillac became the first car manufacturer to actively market to Black Americans, integrating its sales operations. This unprecedented recovery helped pave the foundation for the brand’s resurrection and solidified its position as a leader in luxury automotive manufacturing.

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CarExpert

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Due to a manufacturing issue with the side airbag mounting sensors, forceful closing of the driver or passenger door may cause unintended vibration of the mounting frame. If you own an affected Trafic, Renault will contact you to book an appointment with your nearest authorised dealership to have the work carried out free of charge.

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CarExpert

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

These CO2 caps will reduce every year until 2029, when they will be much lower at 58 and 110g/km respectively, forcing manufacturers to sell increasingly efficient vehicles. How manufacturers will manage these additional costs remains uncertain.

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Shawn Ryder

MARCH 7, 2025

In the fast-paced automotive market, the rise of cheap fakes and counterfeit products has become a growing concern for dealerships. These alternatives often lure customers with their seemingly attractive price points, posing significant threats to your dealership’s sales and reputation.

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AutoSuccessOnline

MARCH 10, 2025

Dealerships are gaining significant value through predictive insights and automation. By leveraging data from previous purchases, online interactions and even social media, car dealerships not only increase operational efficiency but also create a highly personalized buying experience.

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Drive.com

FEBRUARY 23, 2025

RELATED: Is it better to buy a used car from a dealership or a private dealer? If a car is deemed an RWO, its registration details will be cancelled, and the car will then be filed in the state or territory’s written-off vehicle registry (WOVR) either by an insurer, a wrecker, or a dealership. What is a write-off?

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Shawn Ryder

MARCH 7, 2025

In the ever-evolving landscape of digital marketing, automotive dealerships are keenly aware that brand building is a critical component of achieving long-term success. For example, if a respected automotive blog or a major car manufacturer links to your dealerships website, this association enhances your brand’s credibility.

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AutoSuccessOnline

JANUARY 20, 2025

Based on the class-leading Belanger tunnel line, the field-proven insta-KLEEN draws on decades of engineering know-how to create the simplest, most rugged was In dealership service centers, more than in most businesses, time really is money. This Porter Proof design should be a prerequisite for all dealership washes.

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Motor Trader

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Overall, Savills said that automotive property trading rose 10% last year amid a general improvement in car dealership investment prime property pricing. It said this is expected to continue in 2025.

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Motor Trader

AUGUST 6, 2024

Bristol Street Motors has opened its first BYD dealership at Cosgrove Close, Blackpole in Worcester, co-located with its Ford dealership. We eagerly anticipate the opening of our second BYD dealership in Gloucester later this year and look forward to a long and mutually beneficial relationship with the manufacturer.”

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Carscoops

FEBRUARY 23, 2025

That’s where the manufacturer’s warranty is supposed to step in—and for a while, it did, covering Dustan Broom and his SoFlo Customs-modified electric Hummer. Called a few dealerships no one was of help, one told me to drive it into the road so I didn’t burn my house down. “I flipped out.

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Spidersnet

MARCH 5, 2025

With digital marketing evolving at an unprecedented pace, automotive dealerships need to stay ahead of the curve to capture customers where they spend their time. These ads leverage TikToks powerful algorithm to c onnect dealerships with users who are actively searching for cars, helping to drive leads, website traffic, and ultimately, sales.

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Motor Trader

JUNE 5, 2024

Brayleys is celebrating the purchase of two Honda dealerships and a Suzuki business from Crown Motors. By a wonderful twist of fate, the Honda dealership in Bushey is where I started my first sales executive job some 40 years ago. “It’s Paul Brayley, CEO of Brayleys cars and West Way, took to LinkedIn to announce the move. “It

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Drive.com

NOVEMBER 3, 2024

As both an electric vehicle manufacturer and a Chinese brand, which are still facing some prejudice in 2024, the firm is keen to make greater headway in reaching more Australians, particularly away from the major cities. You’ll start to see our dealerships progressively move further west, for servicing and parts as well.”

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Shawn Ryder

JANUARY 19, 2025

As the calendar year draws to a close, car dealerships roll out an array of enticing discounts and promotions, aiming to lure in customers looking for the best deals. As dealerships aim to clear their lots of older inventory, they often offer substantial markdowns, trade-in incentives, and financing deals to attract buyers.

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Motor Trader

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Harwoods Group opened its new BYD dealership in Crawley (Manor Royal) yesterday and its BYD dealership in Coulsdon (Brighton Road) will open on Friday. As our manufacturer partners implement changes to streamline its dealer structure these closures reflect the necessity of adapting to the evolving market and retail.

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Dealers Edge

AUGUST 5, 2024

In recent years, there has been a quickly expanding trend towards the consolidation of auto dealerships into large auto groups rather than operating as single-location, single-franchise businesses.

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Carscoops

MARCH 6, 2025

The recall is due to a manufacturing defect in the high-voltage battery cells, which could cause an internal short circuit. Ford plans to notify owners about this recall on April 7, 2025, and will ask them to bring their vehicles to dealerships, where the half shafts will be inspected and replaced if necessary.

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