Women Automotive Network

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

The 2023 Women Automotive Summit, hosted by Women Automotive Network, has been deemed a resounding success, with the Network registering a record number of attendees at its first in-person event since 2019! With 350+ visitors, nearly 800 online attendees and 31 speakers, the Summit welcomed a vast array of automotive professionals, all of whom flocked through the doors in their numbers to embrace the unique opportunity to meet the next generation of leaders and network with current industry ro

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Crest Nissan

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

New Nissan Inventory Electric Vehicle Myths vs Reality Electric vehicles (EVs) have made a substantial impact on the automotive industry in recent years. Advancements in technology and growing environmental concerns have driven the surge in popularity of electric cars. However, despite their numerous advantages, myths and misconceptions about electric vehicles persist.

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3 Brothers Autosale

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Buying a used van can be a smart decision for your business, as it can save you money, give you more options, and offer you flexibility. However, buying a used van also requires careful research, comparison, and negotiation to ensure you get the best value for your money. In this article, we will also cover some of the benefits of buying a used van, as well as some of the common pitfalls to avoid.

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Auto Remarketing

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

While it seems as if the electric vehicle is not a new phenomenon, the EV market is in its infancy compared to the internal combustion engine vehicle market. The latter has a history of well over a century, while the former has been just a sliver of the American vehicle market until just recently. Of course, by its very nature, the used electric vehicle market lags the new EV market.

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Solera

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Immediate, Expert Triage Decisions @ FNOL Now “A Click Away” Accurate, timely claim decisions are paramount to reducing settlement times and expediting repairs. In fact, one recent case study reports that more than half of all total loss vehicles are sent to repair shops in error. Consider the additional time, hassle and extra costs of these missteps – not to mention the frustration levels experienced by all.

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Auto Blog

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Filed under: Government/Legal , Green , Emissions , Auto Repair , Ownership , Parts and Accessories Continue reading What is a catalytic converter? And how can you protect yourself from theft? What is a catalytic converter? And how can you protect yourself from theft? originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 12 Sep 2023 12:37:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Women Automotive Network

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

The countdown to the 2023 Women Automotive Summit, hosted by Women Automotive Network on 20th September, is now well underway, as the automotive industry gears up to celebrate diversity and share key insights from well-known industry leaders. Held at Forum am Schlosspark, Ludwigsburg, Germany, the highly anticipated Summit returns for its first in-person event since 2019.

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Call Revu

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Baltimore, MD – CallRevu, the distinguished leader in automotive communication solutions, has announced the promotion of Jeff DePascale to Chief Technology Officer (CTO). With 16 years of experience in technology and 12 years specializing in enterprise SaaS, DePascale is well-positioned to lead CallRevu’s team in their mission to deliver world-class, modern, compliant products leveraging best in class artificial intelligence (AI) technologies.

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Auto Remarketing

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Trade shows can offer businesses the single best form of marketing: one-on-one contact in a highly charged selling atmosphere. Combine that with music, entertainment, and maybe a little caffeine (or alcohol), and you have the opportunity to close a lot of business. Your actual booth space is a key component in that success. No matter the size or location of your booth, treat this piece of real estate as your own personal storefront.

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Automotive Mastermind

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

In today’s constantly changing automotive marketplace, dealerships are not just brick-and-mortar places showing off the latest vehicles. They have, over the last two decades especially, turned into tech-savvy hubs of interaction, relying on a complete toolbox filled with technology, digital platforms, and software that elevate their operations, sales, and marketing.

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Cox Automotive inc

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

ATLANTA (Sept. 27, 2023) – BYD Motors and Cox Automotive announced today the two companies have entered into a service agreement that covers BYD customers and their growing fleets of class 6 and class 8 trucks within the United States with 24/7 roadside support and a nationwide network of EV-trained service technicians. “This agreement with … Continued The post BYD Motors, Cox Automotive Announce Groundbreaking Service Partnership in U.S.

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Zero to 60 Times

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Marketing would tell us that each startup automaker is going to launch an excellent vehicle from the first try. In reality, that rarely happens, either due to the lack of resources, talent or just a streak of bad luck. History books are filled with expected game changers that ended up in the trash bin. Rivian R1T is not part of that history. In fact, it managed to build one of the most remarkable pickup trucks in recent memory, right from the start.

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Jalopnik

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

America’s reliance on our road system is getting beyond absurd at this point. Road congestion, whether for people or goods, results in over 100 billion dollars per year in wasted time and fuel. Flying is obviously a non-starter as it’s getting more expensive by the minute, and airlines are working diligently to make… Read more.

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Call Revu

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Baltimore, MD – CallRevu, the distinguished leader in automotive communication solutions, has announced the promotion of Jeff DePascale to Chief Technology Officer (CTO). With 16 years of experience in technology and 12 years specializing in enterprise SaaS, DePascale is well-positioned to lead CallRevu’s team in their mission to deliver world-class, modern, compliant products leveraging best in class artificial intelligence (AI) technologies.

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Auto Remarketing

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Autumn brings the brilliant colors of fall foliage, pumpkin spice added to a variety of drinks and dishes and a multitude of vehicle accidents. CARFAX confirmed that last point, as the vehicle history report provider pointed out that fall is the time when vehicle crashes occur most often. Although many might assume that winter is the most accident-prone season, CARFAX said more than 72% of U.S. drivers — roughly 170 million — live in states where fall is the peak season for accident damage.

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Sarasota Car Sales

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Are you in the market for a reliable and affordable used car in Sarasota in Sarasota, FL? Look no further than Sarasota Car Sales, a buy here pay here dealership. In this blog post, we will explore the numerous benefits of choosing a buy here pay here dealership in Sarasota, FL, where you can find. Read more The post Discover the Perks of Visiting a Buy Here Pay Here Dealership appeared first on Sarasota Car Sales.

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Terry Lancaster

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Signed copies of the best selling zen fairy tale Here Come The Nothing Heads are now available at Landmark Booksellers in Franklin, TN It just doesn't get more Tennessee than this. Landmark Booksellers is housed in the oldest commercial building in Franklin, TN about twenty miles south of Nashville. Built circa 1808, The Old Factory Store has been home to groceries, cotton mills, juke joints, restaurants, banks, and a civil war hospital in the days after the Battle of Franklin in 1964.

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Cox Automotive inc

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Updated, Oct. 4, 2023 – As forecast by Cox Automotive late last month, new-vehicle sales in Q3 in the U.S. were solid, spurred on by vastly improved inventories, higher fleet sales and consumers still in market despite elevated prices and high auto loan rates. Initial estimates suggest the Q3 new-vehicle market finished slightly above Cox … Continued The post New-Vehicle Market Shrugs Off High Loan Rates, UAW Strike, Closes Q3 on a Strong Note; September Sales Forecast by Cox Automotive to

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Jalopnik

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Michael Gambon has died at the age of 82 after a “bout of pneumonia,” CNN reports. An accomplished actor for more than 50 years, Gambon performed on Broadway, appeared in more movies and TV shows than we care to count and even lent his voice to video games. To most people, he is best known for playing an elderly… Read more.

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Insignia Group

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

As a Parts Manager, we know you get it. You’re well aware that accessories are an untouchable industry, a pandemic-proof, money-making boost for the front and back of the house. Often, the parts department divides efforts to sell accessories via digital retailing, e-commerce, and in-store. While a combination effort is an admirable (and successful) approach, parts shouldn’t lose sight of their best and easiest customer—the sales department.

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Auto Remarketing

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

For dealerships with high-line vehicles and other late-model inventory that have advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) features, a survey and report released on Thursday by global consulting firm AlixPartners put specific dollar figures on how much consumers value that equipment. According to the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE), these features range from Level 1 such as collision warnings to Level 4/5 that include full control of steering, braking and emergency autonomous driving.

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DealerFire Blog

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

The impact of vehicle shortages post-Covid and the benefits of online inventories Many buyers have struggled to find a vehicle during the inventory shortages post-Covid, putting strain on automotive dealerships, which have dealt with low sales, upset customers, and frustrating delays. Below, we’ll discuss whether dealership inventories are on the rise in 2023, what the long-lasting impact of vehicle shortages has done to the industry, and the benefits of online inventories for dealerships and cu

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Automotive Mastermind

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

As consumers’ buying habits change and customers increasingly shop around, dealers are facing a new challenge – and growing opportunity – to provide an excellent dealership customer experience (CX) that checks all the boxes of the modern buyer. In the past, pricing and selection played a major role in buyers’ purchasing decisions; however, as new and used vehicle costs remain high and interest rates rise, the dealership experience is playing a progressively bigger role in buyers’ purchasin

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Turbo Marketing Solutions

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

In the automotive industry, the showroom's gleaming promise has shifted to the digital realm of search engines. This article delves into the integral role of Search Engine Optimization (SEO) in this transition, enhanced by the precision of Artificial Intelligence (AI). It offers insights into AI-powered SEO strategies, providing car dealerships the power to navigate digital landscapes effectively, conquer challenges and utilize AI's potential in shaping the future of the automotive market.

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Jalopnik

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

A British Airways pilot was fired and will likely never fly a commercial airliner again after he attempted to work a 12-hour flight after a night of hard partying where he used cocaine. The pilot was caught after he bragged about his night out to a flight attendant via text message. The attendant then reported the… Read more.

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Insignia Group

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

One of the biggest hesitations to selling accessories is the fear of messing up the hard-earned car sale. The truth is accessories are simply a continuation of the well-established process, and something as easy as word tracks can put accessory sales on autopilot. You’d never wing it or fumble through a car sale. Why treat the multi-billion dollar accessory industry any differently?

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Auto Remarketing

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Even with the looming threat of an autoworkers strike, rising interest rates and a shaky economy that might or might not be on the verge of a recession, car dealers should come out OK the rest of this year. That’s the reassuring message sent by Cox Automotive senior economist Charlie Chesbrough in “Charlie's Real-Time Quarterly Market Update,” a webinar presented last week by the American International Automobile Dealers Association.

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Terry Lancaster

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

Tune in to these zen audiobooks and tune out the noise that keeps you from finding your way home Here Come The Nothing Heads Written by Terry Lancaster Narrated by Edoardo Ballerini Published by the Coalition for Human Kindness Last year, I went down the zen audiobook rabbit hole. I mean all the way down. Up until then, the only audiobooks I'd ever listened to were on cassette tapes.

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Jato

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

In today’s competitive automotive market, customers often enter showrooms without a specific brand in mind. Many rely on dealerships and sales reps to help them compare vehicles and make informed purchasing decisions. As a result, being able to provide useful information and a supportive service can influence sales outcomes. JATO’s Carspecs API is a solution that enables dealerships to directly compare vehicles from more than 50 brands.

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Aim Logic

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Automotive email marketing campaigns are often overlooked, but they shouldn’t be. Many dealerships don’t understand the importance of this simple advertising method, so they simply choose to ignore it instead. Whether you are currently running email campaigns that are ineffective or you aren’t using them correctly, we are ready to help. Here are five ways to get your email marketing plan back on track. 1.

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Jalopnik

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

VinFast, a company that makes bad cars and then apparently sells them back to itself , has big plans. The automaker is eyeing scale and expansion, with plans for new factories in Europe and North America , and it wants the sales to match: 50,000 EVs sold in 2023 alone. The only problem for VinFast is that this goal… Read more.

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DealerTrack Insights

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

While running a dealership has never been more complex, forward-thinking dealers have the mindset, the strategies, and the connected solutions to stay a step ahead of the rest.

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Auto Remarketing

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Folks still need personal vehicles. And for many, the used-car market is the only or best option. That’s one way to explain why year-to-date used retail sales through August have climbed 4.5% — growth that has occurred despite the headwinds of high prices and steep interest rates, says Cox Automotive. “Slightly lower used-vehicle prices, coupled […] TO READ THE FULL STORY BECOME A MEMBER Login The post Used-car sales continue year-to-date rise, despite headwinds appeared first on Auto Rema

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Cox Automotive inc

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Cox Automotive Chief Economist Jonathan Smoke joins CarDealershipGuy Podcast to discuss the state of auto lending and what’s to come, how interest rates are impacting the car industry, the No. 1 issue for car shoppers right now, the best and worst car deals on the market, what a UAW strike could mean for the auto … Continued The post CarDealershipGuy Podcast: What’s Next for Car Prices and Auto Lending?

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DealerOn

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Welcome to the future of automotive marketing. Uncover the latest developments on our platform, featuring enhanced compliance, optimized site speed, and the highly anticipated introduction of our Design Studio. While summer may be ending, a new era of game-changing products is just getting started at DealerOn! We’ve got tons of great new products and features designed to enhance the digital.

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Aim Logic

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Automotive email marketing campaigns are often overlooked, but they shouldn’t be. Many dealerships don’t understand the importance of this simple advertising method, so they simply choose to ignore it instead. Whether you are currently running email campaigns that are ineffective or you aren’t using them correctly, we are ready to help. Here are five ways to get your email marketing plan back on track. 1.

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Jalopnik

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Air France and Emirates have started selling bag tags made from the skin of their first Airbus A380s. The double-decker airliners built early during the aircraft’s production run are reaching the end of their service lives. It would be easy to assume that a plane as significant as the world’s largest passenger… Read more.

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