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4 Keys to Reinsurance in a Buy/Sell Transaction

AutoDealer Today

Reinsurance is often one of the last topics raised in buy/sell discussions. It should be among the first. Download our free guide to accurately valuate the selling dealer’s position — and reveal untapped potential.

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It’s not easy to be on the other side of the camera

Machines with Souls

“What’s up guys?!” The booming voice echoes off the walls of the AMMO NYC garage studio. We are, of course, making some automotive content. “How does he do that?”, I wonder as I watch Larry Kosilla turn on a smile and talk into the camera. I guess the answer is simple – years of practice.… The post It’s not easy to be on the other side of the camera appeared first on Machines With Souls.

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Toyota Recalls Some Corolla Cross Models

AutoDealer Today

Automaker says vehicle inspections missed instrument panel error that may cause airbag malfunctions.

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Everything To Know About The Nissan Safety Shield® 360 Technology

Crest Nissan

New Nissan Inventory New drivers quickly learn the importance of focusing on the road ahead, but staying aware of what's behind and in the blind spots is equally vital. While this can challenge human attention, the Nissan Safety Shield 360 simplifies this task. What's the Nissan Safety Shield 360 all about? It integrates cutting-edge safety features like blind spot monitoring and emergency braking systems.

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Buy-Sell Market Accelerates in Q3

AutoDealer Today

Kerrigan Advisors finds buy/sell market hit a new high and is on track for another record year.

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Russia Has A New Electric Car That's Totally Going To Destroy Tesla

Jalopnik

As you can imagine, after Putin invaded Ukraine (on my birthday, no less!) and major automakers abandoned Russia as all the international sanctions rolled in, it’s been harder for Russians to get access to new cars. Don’t you worry, though, Russia isn’t going to let a little total alienation from the rest of the… Read more.

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AEB Systems More Common But Could Be Better

AutoDealer Today

Safety groups says many automakers now include such systems in most light vehicles.

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Millions of Hondas, Acuras Recalled

AutoDealer Today

Fuel pump problem could lead to engine stalls, potentially causing crashes.

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What Really Happened When Fullpath’s ChatGPT Chatbot Went Viral

Autoleadstar

We took a bold step in the car world by creating Fullpath’s ChatGPT integration for car dealers, aiming to make car shopping chats awesome for shoppers – quick, helpful, and all about the customer. It has been great to see it take off, handling thousands of daily chats and boosting car sales and service inquiries. What that success didn’t do is make us famous…until last weekend.

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New-Vehicle Sales Soar in December

AutoDealer Today

J.D. Power and GlobalData forecasts 13.2% year-over-year growth.

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‘Gooey Mess’ Tesla Cybertruck Deliveries Held Up By Battery Production Nightmare

Jalopnik

Good morning! It’s Thursday, December 21, 2023, and this is The Morning Shift , your daily roundup of the top automotive headlines from around the world, in one place. Here are the important stories you need to know. Read more.

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How Much Does Automotive SEO Cost?

Dealers United

Learn typical SEO costs for tools, services and maintenance. Discover what impacts SEO budgets and find out if the investment pays off.

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Flying Firehose Robot Could Revolutionize Firefighting Forever

Jalopnik

Humanity has come a long way over the last few hundred years, but we are still terrifyingly vulnerable and susceptible to fires. Firefighters have employed tank-like robots that carry hoses into burning structures to minimize the amount of time that humans must endure the unpredictable dangers of a rampant fire, but… Read more.

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2023 Dealers United Wrap Up

Dealers United

Find out what happened in 2023 for Dealers United, our team, our services, and more. Happy almost 2024!

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Bird Scooters' Fall From A $2 Billion Valuation To Bankruptcy

Jalopnik

Remember that era where tons of companies tried to convince us that rentable electric scooters were the future of transportation ? The two-wheeled menaces started popping up on city streets like a micromobility plague , becoming the favored mode of travel for drunk folks in cities. But that dream has died. Bird Global,… Read more.

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Toyota Recalls Some Corolla Cross Models

F&I and Showroom

Automaker says vehicle inspections missed instrument panel error that may cause airbag malfunctions.

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Taylor Swift And Travis Kelce's Relationship Is Killing The Planet

Jalopnik

Taylor Swift was the biggest celebrity polluter in the world in 2022 , and that pace is being kept up this year because of her new romance with Kanas City Cheifs tight end Travis Kelce. She has apparently tallied up over 12 journeys (and counting) in the past three months alone, according to the Daily Mail. Read more.

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Buy-Sell Market Accelerates in Q3

F&I and Showroom

Kerrigan Advisors finds buy/sell market hit a new high and is on track for another record year.

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Family-Owned NASCAR Museum Shut Down Thanks To Greedy Tobacco Company

Jalopnik

Back in the good ol’ days, tobacco companies were some of the biggest sponsors of NASCAR , with iconic liveries from Skoal to Camel to Winston, and the legendary Winston Cup Series ran from 1971 to 2003. The Winston Cup meant far more than just tobacco sales over its 32-year history, even inspiring the Disney movie… Read more.

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AEB Systems More Common But Could Be Better

F&I and Showroom

Safety groups says many automakers now include such systems in most light vehicles.

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Lucid Will Debut $50,000 Competitors For Tesla Model 3 And Model Y 'In A Few Years'

Jalopnik

Last month American startup Lucid debuted the Gravity , its first entry in the hotly contested three-row SUV segment and an important model for the brand that currently only builds the Air luxury sedan. Speaking with Autocar in a new interview, Lucid CEO Peter Rawlinson says the company’s next focus is on two… Read more.

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Millions of Hondas, Acuras Recalled

F&I and Showroom

Fuel pump problem could lead to engine stalls, potentially causing crashes.

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DUI Offenders Drive These Brands The Most

Jalopnik

Nissan Altima drivers, here’s an alternative story to read instead of this one. Okay, now that the coast is clear – we all have stereotypes that we hold about people who drive certain vehicles, mainly negative ones. Those views are usually shaped by anecdotes and watching crash videos posted on social media. Read more.

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New-Vehicle Sales Soar in December

F&I and Showroom

J.D. Power and GlobalData forecasts 13.2% year-over-year growth.

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Honda Recalls 2.6 Million Vehicles For Bad Fuel Pumps

Jalopnik

Honda is recalling 2.6 million Honda and Acura vehicles in the U.S. because of a fuel pump defect that could cause the engine to stall while driving. In a statement, the automaker said it hasn’t received any reports of crashes or injuries related to the issue, which is always a good thing. Read more.

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Control Your Dealership Data with Right DMS Partner – Autosoft DMS

Autosoft

Control Your Dealership Data with Right DMS Partner – Autosoft DMS Executive Summary Autosoft DMS is the game-changer in dealership data management, reshaping the automotive landscape. This robust platform redefines data control, delivering unparalleled efficiency, fortified security, and informed decision-making. With a centralized repository and streamlined operations, Autosoft DMS enhances accessibility while fortifying data security with cutting-edge encryption and multi-factor authent

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These Are The Dumbest Things You Did In Your Cars As Teens And Somehow Survived

Jalopnik

Man, those teenage years; bad skin, bad mental health, and bad decision making skills. Yet somehow, it’s supposed to be the best time of your life. I asked you for your youthful automotive indiscretions , and you delivered. Some of you treated the comments section like a confessional and dished out truly crazy stories. Read more.

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Extreme E's Final Race As An EV Series Will Take Place In America

Jalopnik

Extreme E , the all-electric off-road racing series, is set to transition to hydrogen power in 2024 — but before it does, it’ll bid adieu to its electric powertrains with its first-ever race in America. Unfortunately, the Phoenix, AZ season finale will conflict with Formula 1's sophomore Las Vegas Grand Prix. Read more.

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Driver Pleads Guilty To Drinking Pint Of Tequila And Hitting Drunk Driving Sign

Jalopnik

A 27-year-old Texas woman crashed her Land Rover into an electronic signboard in Palm Springs, California last August. The sign ironically read, “Don’t drink and drive.” Local police claim she admitted to drinking a pint of tequila before getting behind the wheel. Yesterday, she pleaded guilty to misdemeanor counts of… Read more.

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Make DIY Race Car Christmas Tree Ornaments To Add Some Sweet Victory To Your Holiday

Jalopnik

Each year, my family rings in the holiday season with a massive sugar cookie baking and decorating party. We cut cookies out of a rolled-out slab of dough, bake them, frost them, and then go absolutely hog wild covering them in sprinkles until they’re bordering on the edge of inedible. This year, I had an idea: What… Read more.

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Half-Eleven Is The V8-Powered Porsche Hot Rod You Never Knew You Wanted

Jalopnik

The Half11 project has been a several-year process to build the ideal car dream shared by the Bridan brothers behind Southern California’s Oil Stain Lab. The idea behind this ridiculous car is the kind of thing only a kid could dream up, as they long ago dreamed about smashing a 911 and an IndyCar together. They… Read more.

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I'm Upgrading My Nissan Z To Something With More Luxury! What Car Should I Buy?

Jalopnik

Naomi lives in Nashville , recently graduated from college, and has landed what she calls a “big girl office job.” She is looking to upgrade her Nizzan Z to something a bit more luxurious and practical. With a $35,000 budget, what car should she buy? Read more.

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At $16,000, Will This 1983 Chevy El Camino Make You Feel Like Royalty?

Jalopnik

Today’s Nice Price or No Dice El Camino proudly wears a dragon crest on its hood, part of its Royal Knight trim package. Let’s see if that unique and rare aesthetic upgrade makes it worth dragging out one’s wallet. Read more.

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Passengers On Carnival Cruise Get Back Only To Find Their Cars Were Destroyed By A Storm

Jalopnik

Cruise ships are terrible for the environment , breeding grounds for everything from norovirus to Covid and often end up costing more than expected, but at least if you take one, you can generally expect to be able to drive home once it’s over. That ended up not being the case for dozens of Carnival Cruise passengers… Read more.

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Aston Martin Valhalla PHEV Supercar Starts Testing At Silverstone, Revealing New Details

Jalopnik

Aston Martin first unveiled the Valhalla mid-engine supercar in concept form in 2019, saying that it would use a hybrid V6 engine and only 500 would be sold for more than $1 million each. Then, in 2021 Aston debuted the production-intent Valhalla design , announcing that it would instead use an AMG-based V8 hybrid… Read more.

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The NYPD Spent $155 Million On Subway Overtime In 2023, Nearly 39 Times Last Year's Cost

Jalopnik

If there’s one thing New York City’s government loves, it’s the NYPD. They’re the perfect child , the enforcement arm that can do no wrong , and the cops will always see budget increases regardless of the effect — positive or negative — they have on their local community. Case in point: The subway. Read more.

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‘Fast And Furious’ Star Vin Diesel Has Reportedly Been Accused Of Sexual Battery

Jalopnik

A woman who served as an assistant to Vin Diesel is alleging that the actor and star of the Fast and Furious movie series sexually assaulted her in 2010. The allegations, as reported by Vanity Fair, come from a suit filed by Asta Jonasson in Los Angeles. In the suit, Jonasson claims that when she was fresh out of… Read more.

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