Dealer World

MARCH 4, 2025

As dealerships face increasing pressure to optimize inventory, reduce risk, and drive profitability, AI and machine learning are providing new ways to automate decision-making and enhance operational efficiency. Using AI-powered assistants to handle dealership customer inquiries and internal reporting.

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Dealerships Retail Technology Finance 75

Auto Remarketing

JANUARY 14, 2025

As we step into 2025, the automotive retail industry is ready to take its next step in modernizing its operations, where artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) are poised to reimagine dealership operations. By using these AI tools, dealerships can pre-empt financial losses and improve inventory turnover efficiency.

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Retail Dealerships Management Customer 59

AutoDealer Today

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Overcoming data challenges in automotive retail to unlock the full potential of your dealership. Dive into actionable strategies that promise to elevate your dealership’s success in today's competitive market. Discover how real-time data, enhanced quality, and intelligent automation can streamline your operations.

Retail 130

Retail Dealerships Automotive Marketing 130

AutoSuccessOnline

DECEMBER 27, 2024

Auto dealerships today face many challenges in maximizing their lead generation efforts. While many dealerships are already using VDPs, they often fail to leverage them to their full potential. This oversight can result in missed opportunities and reduced conversion rates, ultimately impacting the dealership’s bottom line.

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Dealerships Sales Goals Retail Customer 105

AutoDealer Today

AUGUST 1, 2024

Studies show that digital retailing benefits dealers and car buyers, but consumers are frustrated when they repeat steps in-store. Learn how an omnichannel approach builds trust and creates efficiency in your dealership.

Retail 130

Retail Dealerships Buyer 130

Women Driving Auto Retail

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Effective Recon for Retail and Wholesale Markets system.import Published Wed, 02/15/2023 - 02:56 Thu, 01/26/2023 - 14:30 - Thu, 01/26/2023 - 15:30 D163 Variable Operations Today's market has changed how dealers approach the pre-owned market.

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Retail Marketing Management Manufacturing 130

Carscoops

JANUARY 23, 2025

In total, the CLG Motors dealership is parting ways with 13 new and used Maserati cars. At least three Maserati dealerships were forced to close in 2024 as brand sales slipped. As a result of these plummeting sales, some Maserati dealerships are shutting up shop. However, bidding will open at just €80,000 (~$83,200).

MSRP 116

MSRP Retail Dealerships Sales 116

Dealer World

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Matt Bowers Group, owned by Matt Bowers, operates six dealerships located across Louisiana, Alabama, and Tennessee. This transaction represents Kerrigan Advisors 283 rd dealership and 133 rd franchise sold in the South since 2015 and the 79 th franchise sold this year. Bohn in 1924 in New Orleans.

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Automotive Retail Sales Dealerships 88

AutoDealer Today

MARCH 1, 2024

To work with every type of car buyer and close every type of deal, today’s dealerships need to provide a new kind of shopping experience for their customers. In this guide, you’ll learn how personalization, less repetition, and greater price transparency can help your dealership retail smarter.

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Retail Deal Dealerships Buyer 130

Dealer World

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Key Insights: Low Satisfaction with Dealerships: Only 9% of respondents reported being "very satisfied" with their dealership experience, while 39.8% felt "somewhat satisfied," highlighting a substantial need for improvement in the dealership experience. Concerns About Pricing Fairness: A mere 9.7%

Dealerships 89

Dealerships Retail Sales Marketing 89

Vanguard Dealer Services

DECEMBER 24, 2024

Back to Basics: The Imperative of Training in Automotive Dealership Sales In an ever-evolving landscape, automotive dealership sales and F&I sales teams must continuously adapt quickly to thrive. However, one enduring truth remains: our success is rooted in mastering the basics.

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Retail Dealerships Automotive Sales 88

Motor Trader

AUGUST 21, 2024

Drive Motor Retail is the first multi-franchise company to partner with Blue Light Card. The partnership showcases Drive Motor Retail’s commitment to supporting the emergency services, NHS, social care sector, teachers and armed forces. Blue Light Card will offer frontline workers exclusive savings through the new partnership.

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Retail Dealerships 106

Motor Trader

JANUARY 10, 2025

Thats the finding of a Lotlinx which found that 78% of US car dealerships are uncertain about using predictive data, with only 5% implementing AI. It found that just 21% of dealerships are employing AI for customer relationship management and lead scoring. Despite challenges, 80% plan to adopt AI by 2025.

Retail 104

Retail Technology Dealerships Management 104

Call Revu

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

The Growing Cybersecurity Threat in the Automotive Industry As Security Intelligence explains, a huge majority (85%) of surveyed dealerships note cybersecurity as one of the most important aspects of operation. Not surprisingly, only 37% of auto retailers are confident in the current protection, which is a 21% decrease from 2021.

Dealerships 61

Dealerships Retail Banking Finance 61

Motor Trader

OCTOBER 30, 2024

In July 2024, it bought four Mercedes-Benz UK dealerships, which is expected to generate $105m in annual revenues with new car sales recorded as net revenue under the agency model. In August, it completed the acquisition of Inchcape Retail automotive operations in the UK.

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Retail Dealerships Automotive Sales 100

Motor Trader

JULY 16, 2024

Retailers are selected based on recognition from their customers who rate them highly on Auto Trader. To qualify for the accreditation, in the last 12 months retailers must have a high volume of recent reviews on Auto Trader, an average review rating of four star and above on Auto Trader and engagement with any low scoring customer reviews.

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Retail Customer Dealerships Buyer 103

Carscoops

DECEMBER 7, 2024

A new report claims retailers could bank thousands of dollars on every 2024 / 2025 Charger Daytona they sell, and that’s before the inevitable markups enter the conversation. For dealerships, it’s a windfall. Dodge dealers are set for some big paydays if they can persuade drivers to take a new Charger EV home. For buyers?

MSRP 105

MSRP Banking APR Retail 105

Autocar

JULY 29, 2024

That bring a requirement for faster growth, which means we need to expand our retail footprint quite aggressively.” Galvin said that retail expansion isn’t just focused on new car sales, but on growing its approved used offering. The firm currently has nine Spaces across the UK, all of which are based in shopping centres.

Retail 108

Retail Customer Sales Dealerships 108

Auto Remarketing

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

An overwhelming percentage of car dealers who use digital retailing tools are reporting encouraging results, according to the latest research by Cox Automotive. The top benefit of digital retailing, according to both dealers and customers, is the time saved, cited by 60% of dealers and 93% of shoppers.

Retail 111

Retail Deal Finance Customer 111

Carscoops

JANUARY 11, 2025

We’ve seen retailers offering up to $21k off some new R/T and Scat Pack models. A look at dealer ads online shows some retailers are offering almost $21k off one of the new EVs. And Gresham Dodge in Oregon is offering $13k off an $83k Scat Pack but claims it will match any other dealership. That’s a $20,435 saving.

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MSRP Retail Deal Buyer 111

Dealer World

DECEMBER 19, 2024

In addition to being the 80 th franchise Kerrigan Advisors has sold in 2024, the completion of this transaction represents Kerrigan Advisors 54 th franchise sold in the Mid-Atlantic region and its 284 th dealership transaction since 2014. Kerrigan Advisors also is the co-author of NADAs Guide to Buying and Selling a Dealership.

Sales 88

Sales Retail Banking Dealerships 88

Auto Remarketing

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Core metrics were calculated by analyzing Google reviews from the dealership network for each OEM. Google reviews continue to have a critical impact on brand reputations, particularly in the retail automotive industry, Widewail CEO Matt Murray said. The score is relative, based on the other brands it is directly compared to.

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Repairing Networking Retail Customer 139

Motor Trader

JANUARY 29, 2024

Inchcape today confirmed that it had received a number of approaches from companies who want to buy the UK retail business. This story continues at Inchcape UK retail business in play with approaches from buyers Or just read more coverage at Motor Trader

Retail 111

Retail Buyer Dealerships Sales 111

CarExpert

JANUARY 20, 2025

Polestar has arrived in Adelaide, opening the doors to its first South Australian dealership as part of a wider retail expansion. The new dealership is located on Glen Osmond Road in the inner southern Adelaide suburb of Parkside. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now.

Retail 95

Retail Networking Deal Buyer 95

Carscoops

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Scout Motors infuriated VW dealers across the United States last week when it confirmed that the upcoming Terra and Traveler will be available via a direct-sale model rather than through existing dealerships. The company plans to establish dedicated retail spaces across the country, allowing shoppers to place orders online.

Sales 119

Sales Networking Manufacturing Retail 119

Carscoops

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

The goal was straightforward: by bypassing the traditional dealership lot, Ford could cut costs, improve inventory management, and, ideally, make its distribution process more competitive. These centers would serve as hubs, from which vehicles would be shipped to dealerships when an order was placed.

Networking 98

Networking Retail Dealerships Customer 98

Canadian Auto Dealer

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Reynolds and Reynolds recently announced a partnership with Kimoby, a North American software company known for its Dealership Engagement System, that optimizes customer interactions to create great experiences, build loyalty, and drive revenue growth.

Retail 95

Retail Electronics Repairing Dealerships 95

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. auto retail industry and franchised dealer network. But you are also part of something bigger the U.S.

Retail 102

Retail Networking Manufacturing Dealerships 102

Motor Trader

AUGUST 12, 2024

Sue Robinson, Chief Executive of NFDA, said: “It is positive to see that overall satisfaction with franchised dealers remains high and that many consumers rely on the trusted expertise and knowledge of dealerships when purchasing their vehicles. “It 56% said the main dealer was too expensive to buy a car and to save money.

Retail 100

Retail Dealerships 100

Carscoops

MAY 15, 2024

As the luxury arm of the Hyundai Motor Group has spread its reach across the United States, Genesis has opened new retail stores in California, Missouri, Ohio, Arkansas, Texas, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Utah, South Carolina, North Carolina, New York, and Maryland. There are 253 Genesis dealers across the U.S. in the U.S.

Retail 111

Retail Networking Spread Sales 111

Dealer World

DECEMBER 4, 2024

As vehicle transactions increasingly move online and dealerships collect more personal information, the need for robust security measures has never been more critical. The Data Privacy Landscape in Automotive Retail The automotive retail sector has undergone a significant digital transformation in recent years.

Retail 89

Retail Customer Automotive Dealerships 89

Motor Trader

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Eden Motor Group was formed 20 years ago by CEO Graeme Potts, and Vauxhall Motors in 2008, and has grown since launch to over 20 dealerships across the south, representing Hyundai, Mazda, MG, Peugeot and Vauxhall.

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Supply Chain Automotive Repairing Retail 105

AutoSuccessOnline

DECEMBER 27, 2024

For dealerships in states that allow for calendar year submissions, January 1 marks a crucial opportunity to take advantage of favorable state laws and maximize your warranty reimbursement rates. Key Takeaway: Proper coding streamlines reporting, enhances data accuracy and positions your dealership for stronger warranty results.

Repairing 98

Repairing Manufacturing MSRP Retail 98

Shawn Ryder

FEBRUARY 15, 2025

As the digital age evolves, car dealerships in Waterport, New York, and the surrounding areas are finding it increasingly essential to embrace innovative digital marketing strategies. At Shawn Ryder Digital, our dedication lies in empowering dealerships with customized solutions that cater to the unique needs of the automotive market.

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Dealerships Marketing Retail Management 52

Automotive Addicts

JANUARY 22, 2024

Vroom is set to wind down its used vehicle dealership business and focus on other key assets within its portfolio. UACC is a significant automotive finance company, while CarStory specializes in AI-powered analytics and digital services for automotive retail.

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Retail Floorplan Finance Customer 110

Dealer World

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Transaction marks Kerrigan Advisors 286 th dealership sold, 21 st franchise sold in the Northeast region and 37 th Toyota franchise sold since inception. Sale of highest volume dealership in Greensburg, PA, underscores growing success of Pittsburgh market, where Toyota is the top volume import franchise. times the U.S.

Automotive 75

Automotive Retail Sales Banking 75

Drive.com

JANUARY 20, 2025

Disclaimer: Unless stated otherwise, the prices listed in this article are the recommended retail price and do not include on-road costs. Pricing on the HiLux starts from the entry-level HiLux Workmate Single Cab priced from $27,730 and tops out at the HiLux GR Sport Diesel dual cab, which carries a $74,310 retail price tag.

Retail 105

Retail Customer Networking Sales 105