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Women Automotive Network's Lisbon Meetup: A milestone in automotive collaboration

Women Automotive Network

Women Automotive Network's first regional meetup in Lisbon, held at the enchanting Casa Dell’Arte Club House on 15 November, marked a significant step in fostering collaboration and inclusivity in the automotive industry, uniting brilliant minds from across Europe, while offering a platform for insightful and thought-provoking discussions. The meetup was hosted by long-standing Women Automotive Network friends and visionaries, Dr.

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NADA Still Fighting CARS Rule

AutoDealer Today

New FTC measure meant to prevent scams against car buyers takes effect in July, but advocacy group says it will keep trying to stop it.

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Women Automotive Network prepares for bumper 2024 event calendar

Women Automotive Network

Women Automotive Network has announced its exciting line-up of events for 2024 to offer automotive professionals the unique opportunity to meet the next generation of leaders and network with current industry role models. Hot on the heels of its successful 2023 Women Automotive Summit held in September, at which the Network registered a record number of attendees at its first in-person event since 2019, the company has now revealed a stellar list of events for the new year.

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Integrated ‘Snow Chains’ Developed by Hyundai, Kia

AutoDealer Today

Carmakers say technology in tires, wheels would deploy with the touch of a button, replacing arduous snow chain application.

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Women Automotive Network: “Investing in your own growth is key”

Women Automotive Network

Latest network gathering addresses importance of personal development for a more inclusive automotive industry Women Automotive Network’s Winter Meetup has reignited discussions on career advancement and breaking the mould in the automotive industry, with a strong message of ‘investing in your own growth’ being reiterated throughout the event. A key takeaway was the importance of personal development and courage in pursuing career goals, with the event’s Chair, Imogen Bhogal, Fully Charged prese

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Line5 Announces New COO

AutoDealer Today

Company says Brenda Cline Kereakes has 'proven track record of success in operational excellence.

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Driving Change and Empowering Women: A Conversation with Linda Jackson, Global CEO of Peugeot

Women Automotive Network

In the Women Automotive Networks most recent Leadership Interview, Micha Goebig, the founder and CEO of Go Big Coaching and Communications, had the honour of speaking with Linda Jackson, the Global CEO of Peugeot. As a prominent figure in the automotive industry, Jackson shared her remarkable journey and insights into leading in a male-dominated field.

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Driving Loyalty: Effective Auto Dealership Customer Retention Strategies

AutoAwards

In the intricate world of the automotive industry, competition is not a stranger. The plethora of options available to consumers amplifies the need for dealerships to attract and ardently retain their customers.

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Mastering Customer Satisfaction: The Role of Service Management in Automotive Dealerships

Autosoft

Mastering Customer Satisfaction: The Role of Service Management in Automotive Dealerships Executive Summary Customer satisfaction is gold in the automotive industry. This blog highlights service management’s pivotal role in fostering unforgettable experiences. Dive into strategies, benefits, and Dealer Management Software’s (DMS) impact on service excellence.

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How to Engage with Digital Natives

Activengage

(Article first appeared on AutoSuccess Online’s November 2023 Edition) Digital natives were born into a world filled with rapidly advancing technology, and as a result, they are unlike any consumer group that came before them. Understanding who digital natives are, how they think, and how to effectively engage with them is critical for dealers looking to thrive in a modern.

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COMMENTARY: It’s decision-making time

Auto Remarketing

It’s that time of year again to reflect on the past 12 months. As we navigate from one crisis to another, one reality shines through: We are one resilient industry. I mean come on, what else can they throw at us? Oh, yeah: 2024 is an election year! The used-car market is definitely showing signs of declining prices. We knew the market would have to correct itself eventually.

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This 1990 AWD Diesel-Turbo Toyota TownAce Instantly Turns VanLife Into RadLife

Jalopnik

As I was scrolling through my local Facebook Marketplace car offerings (as I am wont to do) I came across something you just don’t see every day for sale in Michigan ; a JDM camper van, lovingly restored and free from major rust. Read more.

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USED CAR WEEK 2023 PODCAST: 1-on-1 with CarDealershipGuy

Auto Remarketing

We continue our series on the Auto Remarketing Podcast highlighting some of the panels and presentations from Used Car Week 2023. This episode features a conversation with Steve Greenfield of Automotive Ventures and the industry personality all over social media who is known as CarDealershipGuy. Listen to the episode in the window below. The post USED CAR WEEK 2023 PODCAST: 1-on-1 with CarDealershipGuy appeared first on Auto Remarketing.

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What Car Setting Has No Business Being Controlled Through A Touchscreen?

Jalopnik

With all the latest evidence that roads in the U.S. are getting more dangerous , it’s a mystery why touchscreens continue to flood our cabins. What good are laws stating we can’t use our phones in our cars when there’s an even bigger screen floating on the dashboard? I don’t get it. In light of that, what settings or… Read more.

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NADA Still Fighting CARS Rule

F&I and Showroom

New FTC measure meant to prevent scams against car buyers takes effect in July, but advocacy group says it will keep trying to stop it.

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Chevy’s New Blazer EV RS Is An Incredibly Normal EV

Jalopnik

Winding through the gorgeous scenery and twisty roads near Anza Borrego State Park near San Diego on the launch event for the new Chevrolet Blazer EV provided beautiful sights, even if the actual driving was a far from stimulating affair. But Chevrolet has achieved something that Polestar and Tesla and have not with… Read more.

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Integrated ‘Snow Chains’ Developed by Hyundai, Kia

F&I and Showroom

Carmakers say technology in tires, wheels would deploy with the touch of a button, replacing arduous snow chain application.

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Tesla's Second-Generation Robot Can Do So Many Useful Things Like Rotate Eggs And Replace The Company's Factory Workers

Jalopnik

Tesla’s second-gen Optimus robot is the biggest news in tech since Mark Zuckerberg grew legs in the Metaverse. Elon Musk claims this robot will eventually account for the “majority of Tesla’s long-term value.” Considering where Tesla was with the robot at its AI day last year, Optimus has made big steps forward, as… Read more.

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Longer, posher Genesis Electrified G80 arrives with new look

Auto Express

The electric luxury saloon from Genesis is now on sale in its Korean home market with significant upgrades.

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It Just Got Harder For Car Dealers To Scam You

Jalopnik

The Federal Trade Commission has announced new regulations, called the Combating Auto Retail Scams Rule , that are meant to stop car dealers from screwing customers with hidden fees and other bait-and-switch pricing tactics. Oh, happy days! Read more.

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Line5 Announces New COO

F&I and Showroom

Company says Brenda Cline Kereakes has 'proven track record of success in operational excellence.

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Millionaires, Go Bid On The Reddest Lexus LFA You've Ever Seen

Jalopnik

If you’re a millionaire , nepo baby , or sugar baby, you just happen to have a few million lying around and you love to actually drive the high-end cars you own, I need you to stop what you’re doing and check this Lexus out. It’s probably the reddest — and raddest — Lexus you’ll ever lay eyes on. Read more.

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Updated 2024 Genesis Electrified G80 revealed - pictures

Auto Express

Pictures of the facelifted Genesis Electrified G80

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Radford Will Sell You A Copy Of Its 710-HP Pikes Peak Racer For $1 Million

Jalopnik

American driver Tanner Foust finished eighth overall at the 2023 Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, driving a wildly aero-modified Radford Type 62-2 in a historic John Player Special-aping livery. His time of nine minutes 37.326 seconds was quick enough to win the Exhibition class, despite being nearly a minute… Read more.

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2025 Volkswagen Transporter revealed - pictures

Auto Express

Pictures of the next-generation Volkswagen Transporter van

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Facelifted Genesis G80 Has Fresher Looks, New 27-Inch Screen And More Knobs

Jalopnik

We saw the release of the updated Genesis GV80 SUV last month, which brought subtle exterior styling tweaks but a big overhaul to the cabin. Now, Hyundai’s luxury brand unveiled the updated G80 sedan in Korea, which gets similar tweaks to keep this three-year-old luxobarge looking fresh. Read more.

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Military Humvees Could Be 'Futureproofed' With This Bolt-In Hybrid Retrofit From Banks

Jalopnik

You probably know Banks Power from their high-power diesel projects, like the GMC Sierra Sidewinder Type R track truck , or the diesel S10 that runs 7s in the quarter mile. Those kinds of enthusiast builds helped cement Banks as one of the premier diesel tuners in the world, which in turn helped them win a government… Read more.

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Tesla Recalls Millions Of Vehicles Over Autopilot Safety Issues

Jalopnik

Good morning! It’s Wednesday, December 13, 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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At $4,995, Is This 1999 Land Rover Discovery A Real Find?

Jalopnik

The seller of today’s Nice Price or No Dice Disco says they “just pulled it out of my warehouse to sell it.” That almost makes sit a barn find, but we’ll have to see if it will cost the farm to buy. Read more.

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Nikola Founder Gets 11-Year Prison Sentence For Defrauding Investors

Jalopnik

Federal prosecutors stated that Nikola founder Trevor Milton will likely receive an 11-year prison sentence for defrauding investors, Reuters reports. Milton was convicted last year on two counts of wire fraud and a count of security fraud. During the trial, prosecutors called Milton a “con man” and argued that he… Read more.

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Woman Steals Uber Driver's Car Because It Was Taking Too Long To Get To The Airport

Jalopnik

There’s no denying that traffic in Austin, Texas can be awful. The city could seriously use a more expansive rail network. Still, that doesn’t give anyone the right to steal their Uber driver ’s car so they can get to the airport faster, a lesson one woman learned the hard way when she was arrested inside the… Read more.

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2024 Lexus GX Pricing And Features Breakdown: Starts At $65,600, Reaches Beyond $80K

Jalopnik

One of the most anticipated cars of 2024 is the new Lexus GX , which has been fully redesigned for the first time since 2009. We’ve already been privy to details about the GX’s boxy styling and much improved interior, as well as all of the specs for the new platform and turbocharged engine — and now we finally know how… Read more.

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These Are Jalopnik's Favorite Weird Car Commercials

Jalopnik

Automakers love spending big bucks on uncountable numbers of car advertisements just to show you what they’ve got to offer. Sometimes, they’ve got to go the extra mile and get weird with it if they want folks to notice the vehicles they’re trying to move. Read more.

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Buc-ee's New 235-Foot Car Wash Isn't Even The Longest Buc-ee's Car Wash

Jalopnik

Great news, everyone! Jalopnik’s favorite gas station, Buc-ee’s , is expanding its already massive Daytona Beach location to include a new car wash. Because this is Buc-ee’s, a gas station that will sell you brisket, home decor, dog toys and baby clothes along with fuel for your car, rest assured that it’s not going to… Read more.

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San Francisco Is Fighting Against Car Break-Ins With Glitter Bombs And Fart Spray

Jalopnik

Frequent car break-ins in San Francisco are a major problem for the city’s residents and the SFPD. Prosecutors and police are unable to punish thieves due to a statute demanding proof that a vehicle was locked at the time of a break-in, which most people are unable to provide. This has created a loophole that lets thie… Read more.

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More Than 200 People Stranded In Remote Canadian Military Barracks Due To Plane's Mechanical Issues

Jalopnik

Delta Air Lines Flight 135 was scheduled to fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Detroit, Michigan last weekend, but mechanical issues stranded passengers at a remote Canadian Forces Barracks for over 21 hours while the airline attempted to send relief planes and crews to evacuate the passengers before a… Read more.

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Anti-Drunk Driving Tech Is Coming To Save 10,000 Lives Per Year

Jalopnik

Federal car safety office the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration this week took a big first step toward requiring automakers adopt new technology to prevent intoxicated drivers from starting their vehicles. For the last two years the agency has been researching possible directions to take, and how the… Read more.