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How to Promote a Car Dealership by Get My Auto

Get My Auto

In today’s fast-paced digital age, the automotive industry faces fierce competition, making it more challenging than ever for car dealerships to carve out a significant market share. Promoting your car dealership effectively becomes not just a strategy, but a necessity […] The post How to Promote a Car Dealership by Get My Auto appeared first on Get My Auto.

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Introducing October's member of the month - Berveleen Mashonga, Product Manager in Product Planning & Strategy, Hyundai Mobis

Women Automotive Network

Engaging in conversation with our October Member of the Month, Berveleen Mashonga, Product Manager in Product Planning & Strategy at Hyundai Mobis. Why did you join the Women Automotive Network? When I first found the Women Automotive Network, I was and still am really excited. Before joining the network, I knew less than 5 women in automotive and I lacked inspiration.

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Experian report shows extent of Tesla’s domination of U.S. EV market

Auto Remarketing

When it comes to electric vehicles in the U.S., there’s Tesla and there’s everyone else. Experian’s Automotive Consumer Trends Report for the second quarter of 2023 confirms that fact with the finding that the automaker has four of the top five luxury EV models in terms of market share. At the top of the list is Tesla’s Model Y SUV, which dominates with 47.36% of the market.

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Benefits of Buying Used Commercial Vans

3 Brothers Autosale

Purchasing a used commercial van can be a wise choice if you’re just starting a new business and lack the funds to purchase a brand-new one. Modern automakers can produce incredibly robust commercial vans that can survive for decades thanks to improved manufacturing methods. This suggests that your money will be secure whether you buy something new or used.

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What is a branded title? Everything you need to know

Auto Blog

Filed under: Government/Legal , Car Buying , Used Car Buying , Auto Repair , Insurance , Ownership Continue reading What is a branded title? Everything you need to know What is a branded title? Everything you need to know originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 4 Oct 2023 15:36:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Rivian Loses $33K On Every Truck It Sells: Report

Jalopnik

It’s tough starting a new electric vehicle company these days, just ask Faraday Future or Lordstown Motors. But Rivian seemed like one of the good ones that might actually make it, as it’s been shipping its electric trucks out to customers for almost two years now. However, the company is still burning through cash at… Read more.

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Meet the ’40 Under 40: Industry’ honorees for 2023

Auto Remarketing

In this installment of Auto Remarketing’s 40 Under 40 franchise, we feature the 2023 honorees in the “40 Under 40: Industry” program, which is sponsored by IAA and focuses on consignors, auctions, auto finance, vendors, tech companies, associations and other players within the used-car space. Honorees will be recognized in the upcoming October issue of Auto Remarketing and at Used Car Week , which is being held Nov. 6-9 at the Westin Kierland Resort in Scottsdale, Ariz.

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Q4 2023 State of Dealership Sales & Inventory: Insights from Q3 & Looking Ahead

Automotive Mastermind

Heading into Q4, now is the prime time for dealers to look back at the year to analyze what happened – and prepare for what lies ahead. Understanding evolving buying behaviors and automotive sales trends is the key for proactive dealers to stay ahead. With Q4 2023 wrapping up, it’s a pivotal moment for dealerships to reflect on the projected trends, their performance metrics, and how the market dynamics have evolved over the years.

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More Than 80 Percent Of Americans Can’t Afford New Cars

Jalopnik

Thanks to rising interest rates , dealer markups , and a messed up supply chain , the cost of buying a car is through the roof. But have you ever considered what you might need to earn before signing up for a mammoth loan to finance a new car? Well, according to a new report, it’s actually more than the majority of… Read more.

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Affordability concerns weigh heavily on consumers and could impact the industry’s recovery

Auto Remarketing

High vehicle prices and interest rates are delivering an economic one-two punch that is being felt throughout the used-vehicle ecosystem. Think consumer financing and monthly payments, dealership inventory and certified used vehicles, and residuals and repossessions. And they’re bound to be among the major discussion points during Used Car Week, set for Nov. 6-9 in Scottsdale, Ariz.

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My Car Buying Experience: Six Dealers in Six Hours | Insignia Group Blog

Insignia Group

Guest Post by Khrys Dorton My husband and I hit six dealerships in about six hours during inflation and an inventory shortage. This is my tale. For three years, I’ve been driving a basic Ford Fusion S. The Fusion was a necessity purchase, and to be honest, I never really cared for it. As a hobby, we’d periodically check around online to see if we could trade it or sell it for something we liked.

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Dealer Authority vs the Industry: Automotive Google Ads

Dealer Authority

Discover the superior performance of Dealer Authority's automotive Google Ads compared to industry averages. With higher click-through rates, cost-effective CPCs, and increased conversion rates, our digital automotive marketing expertise can drive tangible results for your dealership. Reach out today to harness the power of automotive Google Ads with Dealer Authority.

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Maybe People Don't Want Self-Driving Cars After All

Jalopnik

The public’s trust in self-driving cars has declined for the second year in a row, according to a study conducted by J.D. Power and MIT. The growing distrust applies to self-driving cars in general, including autonomous vehicles used by ride-hailing services , as well as autonomous driving systems such as Tesla’s… Read more.

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Stability in wholesale vehicle prices could hinge on impact of UAW strike

Auto Remarketing

The wholesale used-vehicle market ended the third quarter with some stability, but the duration of that steadiness likely hinges on how the United Auto Workers strike unfolds. As one analyst put it, the used-car market has reached a “crossroads.” That’s the state of affairs illustrated by the monthly used-car price indices released this week by Black Book and Cox Automotive, respectively.

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How Artificial Intelligence is Revolutionizing Call Analytics: A Look at CallRevu’s Transformative Approach

Call Revu

By Scott Bleasdell Considering the various challenges over the past few years in the franchise automotive retailers, the ability to glean insights from customer interactions has become increasingly important to dealers. Customers who are stuck with their aging vehicle due to high interest rates or the continued new vehicle inventory shortage are looking for a trusted dealer to service their existing vehicle to keep it safe, reliable, and on the road.

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Here Come The Nothing Heads

Terry Lancaster

Here Come The Nothing Heads written by Terry Lancaster narrated by Edoardo Ballerini published by the Coalition for Human Kindness An epic poem for children of all ages, Here Come The Nothing Heads tells the tale of Sneezy McSneezerson, Grouchy McGroucherson, and Fluffy McFlufferson who live in the fanciest pumpkin high atop Pumpkin Ridge until they are banished by town Elders because they can't get along with each other or anyone else.They must travel to Happy Hollow, home of the mysterious tri

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Drunk Woman Yelling At German Tourists To Get Out Of The Country Fundamentally Misunderstands Concept Of Tourism

Jalopnik

A seemingly drunk New Jersey woman was fined after a viral video showed her verbally berating a group of German tourists on what seems to be an NJ Transit train bound for New York City. She could be heard telling them to “get the f**k out of our country.” While I agree there are far too many European tourists in NYC … Read more.

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CPO sales climb 8.6% through three quarters; full-year forecast upgraded

Auto Remarketing

Year-to-date certified pre-owned sales crossed the 2 million-unit threshold in September and are up nearly 9% through three quarters of 2023, according to preliminary estimates from Motor Intelligence provided to Auto Remarketing. Based on data gathered from automakers and projected sales, the firm estimated Thursday there were. TO READ THE FULL STORY BECOME A MEMBER Login The post CPO sales climb 8.6% through three quarters; full-year forecast upgraded appeared first on Auto Remarketing.

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How Artificial Intelligence is Revolutionizing Call Analytics: A Look at CallRevu’s Transformative Approach

Call Revu

By Scott Bleasdell Considering the various challenges over the past few years in the franchise automotive retailers, the ability to glean insights from customer interactions has become increasingly important to dealers. Customers who are stuck with their aging vehicle due to high interest rates or the continued new vehicle inventory shortage are looking for a trusted dealer to service their existing vehicle to keep it safe, reliable, and on the road.

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Top 10 Ways You Can Get More From Your DMS

DealerTrack Insights

Boost productivity and profits at your dealership with the guidance of a dedicated Performance Manager. Here are the top 10 ways to grow your business.

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Tesla Misses Its Own Cybertruck Launch Date, Again

Jalopnik

Happy Monday! It’s October 2, 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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PODCAST: Tips to succeed at industry conferences with Jennifer Sanford

Auto Remarketing

Sanford Marketing Group founder Jennifer Sanford shares more of her wisdom for successful B2B marketing campaigns and project management. Sanford offers advice on making the most of industry events during this episode of the Auto Remarketing Podcast. She also wrote commentaries addressing what to do while at trade shows , best practices for exhibit booths , and keys to successful follow-up campaigns.

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Aston Martin Valkyrie AMR-LMH racer completes first shakedown before WEC campaign next year

Auto Express

The ambition to put an Aston Martin Valkyrie into competition is back on track as the first prototype hits Silverstone

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Protected: New Business opportunities and a positive impact on the environment in the Claims Journey

Solera

This content is password protected. To view it please enter your password below: Password: The post Protected: New Business opportunities and a positive impact on the environment in the Claims Journey appeared first on Solera.

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Bizarre, Passive Aggressive Notes For Drivers Of EVs Without Fast Charging Are Appearing On Chargers At The Dallas Airport (Update)

Jalopnik

Someone has gone to the trouble printing signs instructing drivers of EVs with slower charging rates to not use fast chargers at Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport, and to drive to other chargers instead — at least, according to a post on Reddit. As a friend of the site is fond of asking, “Why are EV people like… Read more.

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Micro-leases, subscriptions, long-term rentals, whatever you call it, will it become a third ‘sales’ channel?

Auto Remarketing

Whether you call it a micro-lease, a subscription, or long-term rental, flexible, turnkey vehicle access without any long-term commitment now dominates personal transportation in Europe. And developments suggest that a larger presence in U.S. dealerships will be coming soon. I was listening to a panel discussion with some very esteemed automotive economists recently, and in discussing the prospects of electric vehicle sales growth in the United States, a shocking, though true, fact was agreed to

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Working Car Sales Internet Leads, Dos and Don’ts

CarSalesProfessional.com

The business of selling cars has changed. It’s all about working car sales internet leads today. It has changed quickly since the Internet became a part of our business. The showroom used to be flooded with potential buyers who had no idea what was happening. However, unless they have already […] The post Working Car Sales Internet Leads, Dos and Don’ts first appeared on Car Sales Professional.

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Protected: Unlocking Hidden Potential: Scope 3 Emissions Measurement in the Claims Journey

Solera

This content is password protected. To view it please enter your password below: Password: The post Protected: Unlocking Hidden Potential: Scope 3 Emissions Measurement in the Claims Journey appeared first on Solera.

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2024 Toyota Crown Sport Is A Ferrari Purosangue For The Masses (But Only In Japan)

Jalopnik

The Toyota Crown is an oddball of a sedan that more or less replaces the Avalon but comes with the increased ride height of a crossover. It’s an interesting decision from Toyota, but at the same time, we expect it will appeal to older drivers who have a hard time getting in and out of traditional sedans. It’s entirely… Read more.

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Impact of UAW strike trickles into used-car market, as dealers secure more supply

Auto Remarketing

Dealers, it seems, are shoring up used-car inventories on their lots in case the United Auto Workers strike is prolonged and they’re left empty-handed on the new-car side. According to the latest Intelligence Report from CarGurus , used-vehicle inventory at dealerships in September jumped 2.5% from August, though still down 3.8% year-over-year and 8.4% from pre-COVID levels.

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Takeover, Turnover or More Commonly the TO for Success

CarSalesProfessional.com

The car sales takeover can used to describe a number of different situations you may encounter in the car sales process. The T.O. or takeover a customer hand-off. The car salesman to the sales manager hand-off. The salesperson is filling in for a salesman off or on vacation. Or the […] The post Takeover, Turnover or More Commonly the TO for Success first appeared on Car Sales Professional.

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When Your Technology Just Works

DealerTrack Insights

Learn how connected solutions make selling and buying a car a whole lot easier.

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Abandoned Superyacht Is Still Burning $2,000 A Day In Just Fuel Costs

Jalopnik

You remember the Alfa Nero, right? The superyacht abandoned by a Russian oligarch , seized by Antigua , and later sold to a former Google CEO for four percent of the island nation’s GDP ? Well, unfortunately for Antigua, that sale fell through earlier this month — leaving the country on the hook once again for thousands… Read more.

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Color study shows the graying of America’s cars

Auto Remarketing

America’s cars are going gray — and not just because they’re getting older. The latest study of car colors from iSeeCars shows gray rising in popularity, passing silver for third in market share behind perennial favorites white and black. According to the study, which analyzed more than 10 million 1- to 5-year-old used cars sold in 2018 and 2023, gray has gained four percentage points in those five years, rising from 15.2% of the market to 19.2%. iSeeCars said silver had been third “for much of

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Skoda Kodiaq vRS looks ready for launch as it takes to the Nürburgring

Auto Express

The second-generation Kodiaq will gain a hot vRS flagship

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COMMENTARY: After the trade show’s over, the post-show sales sweep

Auto Remarketing

You went to the expo. You collected leads and gave away swag. Now what? The show doesn’t end when you take down the booth. It’s time for the post-show sales effort. But, sometimes, this is where the transition from marketing activity to sales results gets derailed. The best trade show booth in the world can’t deliver signed contracts. Salespeople must run the last mile of that race.

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The BMW i7 M70 Left Me Wondering What 'M' Is

Jalopnik

To many enthusiasts, the M brand has been in a long decline. It’s not clear exactly when that decline started. To some of them, BMW screwed up when it put a V8 in the M3 , eschewing the naturally aspirated four and six-cylinder engines of the first three acts. For many, BMW jumped the shark when it M-ized crossovers… Read more.

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