Auto Remarketing

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Average prices on 1- to 5-year-old vehicles in October were down 5.1% year-over-year, according to analysis from iSeeCars.com. Moreover, the latest CARFAX Used Car Price Index shows that those declines continued “across the board” in November. But the price drops for used electric vehicles (and to a lesser extent, hybrids) have been far more extensive, approaching 34%, the iSeeCars data shows.

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Jalopnik

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Ford’s EV dealer requirements have caused a bit of drama since they were announced in late 2022. With EV sales slowing , some dealers are getting antsy at the thought of sinking thousands or even millions of dollars into a lukewarm EV market. Still, 2,000 dealers bought into the program. Now, Electrek reports,… Read more.

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Own a Car Fresno

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Welcome to the future of driving! At Own a Car Fresno, we're excited to guide you through the innovative technology transforming today's automotive world. From enhanced safety features to connectivity and entertainment advancements, modern vehicles are more than just means of transportation; they're your partner on the road. 1. Advanced Safety Features: Safety is paramount, [.

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Market Doctors

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Influencer marketing has become an essential tool for many businesses to effectively connect with their target audience, enhance brand visibility, and drive sales. For automotive dealerships, leveraging influencer marketing can be particularly impactful in capturing potential buyers’ attention and humanizing your brand in a competitive market.

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Insignia Group

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Automotive sales are an ever-evolving industry where competition is fierce and customers are discerning. To stay ahead of the game, automotive salespeople must look beyond the car itself and explore opportunities to enhance the customer experience and increase sales. A highly effective approach is to focus on selling accessories at the point of sale.

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Dealer World

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

As an auto dealer general manager, you’re responsible for everything from bringing the newest inventory onto the lot to making sure the employee bathroom gets cleaned. No matter what you’re dealing with today, somehow, some way, all of it contributes to the one overarching goal of the business: making sales. And when it comes to the bottom line, one of the biggest parts of your mission is training and coaching your team into world-class closing machines.

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Autosoft

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Enhance Dealership Operation in 2024 With DMS Tech Trends Executive Summary “Revolutionize your dealership in 2024 with cutting-edge Dealer Management Software (DMS) tech trends. From AI-driven automation to cloud-based solutions and IoT integration, these innovations redefine efficiency, security, and customer experiences. Embrace these trends for sustained growth and unparalleled success.” If you’re as passionate about cars as we are, you know that the automotive industry is

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Jalopnik

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

I came across a bit of commentary on the website Slate.com that was mostly about last week’s Bentley crash at the Rainbow Bridge , and it contained the following: “Why would an automaker manufacture a car with so much engine power that it requires an eight-speed transmission? The obvious answer is: because people pay a… Read more.

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Auto Express

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Pictures of our Volkswagen ID.3 long term test car. Pictures taken by Auto Express photographer Stan Papior.

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Jalopnik

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

We need more cheap EVs. That’s not just a matter of opinion; for EV adoption to work people have to be able to afford to buy them. Some automakers are coming around to selling cheaper EVs. Volvo is promising a starting price under $40,000 with its coming EX30 , Kia plans two new affordable EVs — hopefully sooner rather… Read more.

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Auto Express

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Final report: Andy is no longer an EV learner as he says goodbye to VW

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Jalopnik

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Depreciation is a fact of life when it comes to buying a new car , but it definitely hits some vehicles way harder than others. A few weeks ago, we took a look at cars hit hardest by deprecation over the past five years. Now, we’re looking at the flip side of the coin. Read more.

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Auto Express

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Second report: laggy infotainment mars VW’s ownership experience

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Jalopnik

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

The Tesla Cybertruck is finally going into production. Sort of. Tesla plans to hold a launch event on Thursday and hand over 10 Cybertrucks to an unknown group of customers. If you heard the production news and decided it was finally time to place your order, though, Business Insider has discovered that Tesla is… Read more.

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Jalopnik

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

The Los Angeles Police Department has a tumultuous history with the residents of LA, especially in certain low-income neighborhoods that are predominantly Black or Hispanic. Among other abuses of power, the LAPD has been accused of racial profiling and unfairly targeting minorities , but the department went above and… Read more.

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Jalopnik

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

As today’s Nice Price or No Dice SVX proves, Subaru used to do oddball really well. Let’s see if this callback to the company’s wilder days comes with a price that’s not too crazy. Read more.

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Jalopnik

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Sometimes you can tell where something happened without ever being told outright. Such is the case with this car crash that left two vehicles inside an abandoned Boston Market. Where did this happen? You guessed it. Massachusetts, baby. Read more.

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Jalopnik

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Just a few years ago Rolls-Royce was still wary about electrification, saying it would only come out with its first electric vehicle only “when the time is right,” eventually setting a target of 2030. So the Rolls-Royce Spectre , the brand’s first production EV, was somewhat of a shock (pun intended) when it debuted in… Read more.

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Jalopnik

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

As the Formula 1 calendar expands yet again to 24 races in 2024, racers and their teams will be stressed beyond breaking with intercontinental travel, and an ever increasing number of back-to-back race weekends. The 2023 season ended with seven Grands Prix in nine weeks. Mercedes driver George Russell has recently… Read more.

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Jalopnik

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Tanzanian airline Unity Air Zanzibar had a rough rough flight operations on Tuesday. The small domestic carrier had one of its planes crash while landing at an airstrip serving a national park. Then, another Unity Air propeller-driven aircraft crashed on the same runway six hours later and struck a nearby building.… Read more.

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Jalopnik

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

A South Carolina truck driver allegedly decided to wet his beak this week by hatching a plan to steal and resell 41,000 pounds of chicken. Read more.

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Jalopnik

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

We’ve seen our fair share of off-road crashes, including this Ford Bronco Sport that rolled 400 feet down a mountain but this latest one really is something else. A Ram TRX fell about 100 feet off a cliff in Moab, Utah, and somehow the driver survived. There was also a dog in the truck, and it survived, too. Read more.

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Jalopnik

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

For 2025 Chevrolet is giving a brand new look to its bread-and-butter full-size SUV pair, the Tahoe and Suburban. The Suburban in particular is considered the longest standing nameplate in automotive-dom, so it’s always going to be a big step for Chevrolet’s lineup. The new SUVs get a Silverado-aping grille and new… Read more.

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Jalopnik

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

The Las Vegas Grand Prix was a Formula 1 race like no other. The spectacle in the middle of the casino oasis put an extra burden on the drivers and teams for several reasons: the bizarre late-night schedules, the extensive media obligations and the bombastic nature of racing on the Strip. The unique Saturday night… Read more.

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Jalopnik

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

For what the 530i lacks in power, it makes up for in prestige.

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Jalopnik

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

If you’re a nerdy car enthusiast who loves hot hatchbacks , there’s a good chance your brain specifically focuses in on the French variety. Citroën, Peugeot and Renault have all put out dozens of stupendous hot hatches over the years, ranging from tame, affordable models to mid-engine Group B specials. Read more.

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Jalopnik

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Good morning! It’s Wednesday, November 29, 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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