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PODCAST: What we’ve learned about EVs in 2023

Auto Remarketing

Two of the experts at Experian Automotive — John Howard and Kirsten Von Busch — spent part of their time at Used Car Week discussing electric vehicles for this episode of the Auto Remarketing Podcast. Howard and Von Busch recapped what the industry has learned about EV retailing and more this year. The conversation can be found in the window below. The post PODCAST: What we’ve learned about EVs in 2023 appeared first on Auto Remarketing.

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Even A Tesla Cybertruck Prototype Can't Mess With San Francisco Parking Enforcement

Jalopnik

There have been a lot of Tesla Cybertruck ‘release candidates’ on the back of tow trucks lately , but they’ve all been related to breakdowns. This time a Cybertruck driver parked in the wrong place and the city of San Francisco brought down its fist of righteous retribution to enact justice. If you’ve ever parked in… Read more.

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Elevating Dealership Sales Through Proper F&I Training

Vanguard Dealer Services

In the dynamic realm of automotive sales, competition is fierce, and customer expectations are ever-evolving. Therefore, if you want to stay ahead of rivals and satisfy clients, getting your dealership's Finance and Insurance (F&I) side right is non-negotiable.

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Exploring the Process of Petroleum Refining

DealerXT

Understanding the Stages and Significance of Refining Crude Oil Oils, petroleum products, chemicals, biofuels, and gasses play essential roles in our daily lives worldwide. Many of these essential substances originate from the complex process of refining petroleum. Petroleum refining, also known as oil refining, is a sophisticated procedure designed to separate various hydrocarbon fractions from unprocessed crude oil, commonly referred to as petroleum.

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Porsche Killed The Panamera Wagon Because You Losers Didn't Buy Them

Jalopnik

Porsche unveiled a brand new third-generation Panamera last week , and everything about it looks pretty great. There’s just one catch. The totally rad Panamera Sport Turismo wagon variant is dead, and there’s nothing we can do about it except put on a Smiths record and cry. Porsche poured its heart and soul into the… Read more.

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Renovating the Vehicle Purchase Experience in the Digital Age

DealerXT

Modernizing Car Buying for the Tech-Savvy Consumer Technology’s Impact on Car Buying As technology continues to modify industries and redefine conventions, it becomes imperative to assess the automotive scenarie’s current position and its future trajectory. A recent study by Cox Automotive delivers a striking revelation: 8% of contemporary car buyers express their preference for an exclusively in-store car shopping experience.

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Watch A Boomer Try To Chop Down A No Right-On-Red Sign With World's Dullest Axe

Jalopnik

Even if you’re not concerned about the potential for pedestrian deaths , there are plenty of intersections that are too dangerous to allow drivers to turn right on red. If drivers can’t see traffic coming from the left, it makes sense that a city would put up a sign that tells drivers they can’t turn right at a red… Read more.

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Malaysian Elephant Herd Tramples Car After Driver Hits Baby Elephant

Jalopnik

Here in the U.S., there’s always the risk of a deer damaging your car or a bear breaking in to drink your soda , but you don’t exactly have to worry about anything actually attacking your car while you’re driving. That’s not the case in a country such as Malaysia where they have elephants, and one driver recently found… Read more.

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Why Is Local SEO Important For Car Dealers?

Dealers United

Learn more about why local SEO is important for car dealers to connect with nearby searchers, outrank competitors & build their brand locally

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Lotus Debuts Futureproof High-Speed EV Charging Stations Coming To Europe And China

Jalopnik

Charging infrastructure and range anxiety are two huge roadblocks impeding the mass adoption of EVs, and Lotus aims to nullify them both with the reveal of three new charging systems, the fastest of which is capable of adding over 88 miles of range in five minutes. Read more.

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Tis the Season for Profits

DealerTrack Insights

Learn how leveraging technology to increase the efficiency of your operations will boost profitability across your business.

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Sheeple Blindly Follow Google Maps Into Desert Road Nightmare

Jalopnik

We’ve seen it happen too many times before. People blindly follow GPS directions from apps like Google Maps or Waze, only to then find themselves in sticky or dangerous situations. And now it’s happened again. SFGate reports that a group of cars got led into the California desert because Google Maps directed them to… Read more.

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First Heritage Federal Credit Union Partners with CULA for Vehicle Leasing

Dealer World

The leader in indirect vehicle leasing for credit unions partners with New York-based credit union to expand its reach in the northeastern U.S. San Diego, CA & Corning, NY – November 28, 2023 – Credit Union Leasing of America (CULA) today announced that it has been selected by New York-based First Heritage Federal Credit Union to bring the affordability and flexibility of vehicle leasing to its more than 45,000 members.

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The First All-New Toyota Tacoma In Over Eight Years Starts At $32,995

Jalopnik

Toyota seems to be very aware of just how anticipated and popular the 2024 Tacoma is going to be. It’s trickled out information about the truck for months now. Probably the most anticipated information – just how much this thing going to cost – is finally here. The 2024 Tacoma starts at $32,995, including a $1,495… Read more.

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Smart #3 review: a quirky and fun electric car

Auto Express

The Smart #3 is a practical mid-size coupe-SUV that’s great to drive but with annoying infotainment and quality issues

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The Crown Signia Is A Wagon Regardless Of What Toyota Says

Jalopnik

American car buyers, for the most part, are not fans of wagons. The long roof body style has almost disappeared from the U.S. car market with only a few models remaining. There is the ever-popular Subaru Outback , and some more expensive options from Audi, Mercedes, and Volvo. The all-new Crown Signia sure seems like… Read more.

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CAR DEALER SALES TRAINING PROGRAMS THAT WORK

Dealer World

You’ve hired some wonderful people to help your dealership sell vehicles, but the numbers just aren’t where they should be. Why are the KPIs not spiking? The first place to look is training. Talent is important, but if it’s not supported by disciplined on-brand messaging even the best team is going to struggle. Every dealership needs training programs that are reliable, data-driven, and based on real-world feedback, but a lot of programs are just well-packaged videos, dull slideshows, or impers

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Tired Of Waiting For Your Cybertruck? You Can Now Lease A Rivian R1T

Jalopnik

Rivian finally started offering leases for its electric R1T pickup in 14 states on Monday, and these leases are eligible for the full $7500 federal EV lease credit – in contrast to the $3750 credit that Rivian buyers are eligible for. Read more.

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Slow Cybertruck Production Will Cost Tesla 'Blood, Sweat and Tears'

Jalopnik

Tesla Cybertruck deliveries are supposed to start on November 30, but not much about the Cybertruck has materialized when or how it was supposed to. Starting with the botched demo that became a meme, Elon Musk has continued to overpromise and underdeliver with the Cybertruck. And now, Tesla is staring at a looming… Read more.

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Cut Through A-Pillars Like Butter With This Gun-Powder-Fired 'Jaws Of Life' Tool

Jalopnik

First responders know that every second matters when it comes to extracting an injured person from a crashed car. Currently, most municipalities train their firefighters, EMTs, and police on a hydraulic cutting and spreading tool known colloquially as the ‘jaws of life.’ These require an on-scene generator to run the… Read more.

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A 623-Foot Freighter Is Currently Stuck In The Detroit River

Jalopnik

A 623-foot freighter ran aground in Detroit, Michigan, Monday morning. The United States Coast Guard has confirmed that bulk carrier Barbro G is currently stuck in the Detroit River between Belle Isle and the city’s downtown. Efforts are currently underway to free the enormous vessel. This is the second time a… Read more.

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The Director Who Scammed Netflix Started His Career Making Car Commercials

Jalopnik

A lot has come out in the last week about director Carl Erik Rinsch and his ill-fated short-form science fiction television series for Netflix called “Conquest.” While the man’s world has seemingly fallen apart in the last two years, with a divorce, alleged amphetamine addiction, and multi-million dollar arbitration… Read more.

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Carriage Horse Breaks Free In Manhattan And Hits Four Cars Before Being Recaptured

Jalopnik

The driver of one of New York City’s horse-drawn carriages had a problem with the vehicle’s canopy on Sunday, and when he tried to fix it, the horse took that as an opportunity to break free of its chains and escape. Unfortunately for the carriage driver, he ended up getting dragged behind the horse while it fled, PIX1… Read more.

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Pilot Sentenced For Decapitating Skydiver Who Just Jumped Out Of His Plane

Jalopnik

A French pilot was found guilty of involuntary manslaughter after he decapitated a skydiver who had just jumped out of his plane with a wing, according to The BBC. The Montauban criminal court gave the pilot a one year suspended prison sentence for the July 2018 accidental beheading of 40-year-old Nicolas Glay. Read more.

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What's Your Auto Recall Horror Story?

Jalopnik

Last year was one of the biggest on record for automotive recalls. The industry blamed supply chain issues and worker shortages for the shoddy build quality that caused many of the recalls. Then again, OEMs were compelled to keep churning parts to build cars for record profits, which the auto industry has lately seen. Read more.

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At $27,900, Does this 1990 BMW 325iX Pass The Touring Test?

Jalopnik

Not only is today’s Nice Price or No Dice E30 the not-officially-sold-here Touring, but it’s also the extremely rare AWD edition of that coveted model. Let’s see if that double bubble is worth risking some financial trouble. Read more.

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Michigan 12-Year-Old Takes Police On Low-Speed Chase In Stolen Forklift

Jalopnik

Forklifts are objectively awesome. That’s just a fact. So when a 12-year-old Ann Arbor, Michigan, boy found the keys hidden in a forklift outside his school on Saturday, we totally understand his desire to fire that puppy up and take it for a spin. Unfortunately for him, that’s technically considered stealing, and his… Read more.

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Reggie Watts Is A Big Porsche Fan | Jalopnik Chats

Jalopnik

The comedian and author of "Great Falls, MT" talks about shifting from Tesla to Porsche.

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Car Prices Are Too High, But Don't Blame The Autoworkers Strike

Jalopnik

Good morning! It’s Tuesday, November 28, 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.