Best Selling Cars Blog

MARCH 12, 2025

The Kia Sonet manages a 5th place while the Chinese places four models inside the Top 10 including the BYD Song Plus, BYD Chazor aka Destroyer 05 and Chery Tiggo 7 Pro. Chevrolet trusts the first four spots in the models ranking, with the Cobalt the overall winner at over 40% share ahead of the tiny Damas at 23.9%.

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Carscoops

MARCH 22, 2025

The company plans to reduce management positions in addition to cutting administrative staff. In addition to axing these jobs, the company is also planning a separate program to cut manager positions at the department level and above, hoping to cut a “disproportionate” number of jobs in management.

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AutoSuccessOnline

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

We talked with their used car manager, Bryan Bough, about their private-party buying program. Streamlined Lead Management Managing leads from private sellers initially felt overwhelming. To address this, they adopted VETTX , a private-party vehicle management platform. Heres what they learned: 1.

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Women Automotive Network

JANUARY 27, 2025

This experience gave me management and leadership skills I would later transfer to a career in automotive, besides the ability to differentiate instruction for inclusive environments. I transitioned to a Customer Service Representative position at Meritor, specializing in brakes and axles while managing the Volvo account.

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Women Automotive Network

JANUARY 27, 2025

From her perspective in HR, Sophie focused on the softer aspects of transitioning back to work: Education: Companies must educate managers and teams about the challenges of maternity leave and the value that returning mothers bring to the workplace. Supporting that journey benefits everyone."

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Carscoops

DECEMBER 1, 2024

Robert McLane had managed the parts department at the dealership , and his responsibilities included overseeing the ordering, receipt, and payments of parts. However, McLane had no intention of selling the lift kits through legitimate channels, and as such, they weren’t ordered using the dealer’s management software.

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Best Selling Cars Blog

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

This is the first time SUV manage to hold more than 60% of the Australian market. Nissan (+12.4%) is also in excellent shape as is Chery (+152%), managing its highest ever scores at #13, 1,837 sales and 2.1% This means the share of electric cars in Australia is at a miserable 4.4% for the month vs. 5.8% in January 2024 and 9.5%

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Carscoops

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Its affiliation with the German car manufacturer may complicate its ability to sell vehicles without involving dealers, according to Richard Sox, managing partner at Bass Sox Mercer law firm. Scout will also manage all production and maintenance of its vehicles. ” Scout has been eager to declare its independence since launching.

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Carscoops

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

Nissan Oceania’s Managing Director says the new Navara will be “very much a Nissan.” ” The pickup will be based on the Mitsubishi Triton, albeit with a number of changes. The new midsize truck is expected to debut globally in 2026 or early 2027 at the latest.

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Best Selling Cars Blog

MARCH 18, 2025

Kia (-10.8%) and Hyundai (-3.7%) lose market share year-on-year whereas BMW (+3.9%) manages a positive result at #7. Model-wise, the Toyota Corolla (-34.1%) is in total freefall but still manages to rank #1 with 3.8% Toyota (-18.8%) and Skoda (-20%) sink but hold onto the top two spots in the brands ranking with 17.8%

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Motor Trader

MARCH 20, 2025

Advances in digital tools, artificial intelligence (AI), and automation allow dealers to modernise workflows, reduce transaction friction, and optimise inventory management. Automated customer relationship management (CRM) systems can streamline sales processes, enhancing lead conversion rates while reducing administrative overhead.

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Carscoops

JANUARY 5, 2025

The complaint, filed jointly by the FTC and Maryland authorities, targets the Lindsay Automotive Group, comprising Lindsay Chevrolet of Woodbridge, Lindsay Ford of Wheaton, Lindsay Chrysler-Dodge-Jeep- Ram , and Lindsay Management Company, LLC, as well as three individuals, including company president Michael Lindsay.

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Best Selling Cars Blog

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Mercedes (+30.5%) manages a splendid year-on-year gain to jump three spots on December to #2, both carmakers toppling last year’s leader Volkswagen (-11%). The Luxembourg new car market edges up 2.6% year-on-year in January to 3,720 units. BMW (+10.9%) scores a 4th win in the past 14 month with 12.8%

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Motor Trader

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Nathan Farrington, general manager of RRG Toyota Denton, said: “We are thrilled to receive the Gold Accreditation. Gavin Barry, general manager of RRG Toyota Rochdale, added: “We are equally proud at RRG Toyota Rochdale to be recognized for our commitment to our employees.

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Best Selling Cars Blog

MARCH 16, 2025

share, but still manages to improve on last month at 7.7% Hyundai (+247.8%) shoots up five spots on last month to #2 with 12.5% share, its highest since last July. Nissan (-68%) implodes on extraordinary year-ago results when it held a record 20.6% of the market vs. 6.6% in January.

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AutoSuccessOnline

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

“This innovative solution addresses the critical need for dealerships to rapidly produce high-quality, compliant content at scale.

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AutoSuccessOnline

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Lastly, the discussion shifts to managing critical transitions, like switching dealer management systems (DMS). “The reality of data disruptions is it is not a matter of if, but when, but you just don’t know what technology will be disrupted and for how long,” he says.

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Best Selling Cars Blog

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

last year, while the Toyota RAV4 manages a 4.2% Model-wise, the Kia Sportage triumphs at 9.9% share vs. 3.7% over the Full Year 2024, selling more than double any other vehicle in market. The Tesla Model Y follows at #2 with 4.4% share vs. 4.2% share vs. 3.6%

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AutoSuccessOnline

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

When you manage people, you add a third option: needing to fix someone else’s mistakes or take care of something when they drop the ball. Managing this task is time-consuming. For some, this level of task management may sound like something out of science fiction, but the reality is it’s possible today. That’s where AI can help.

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AutoSuccessOnline

DECEMBER 12, 2024

If you do the math, the expense of inefficient title management quickly multiplies into significant financial losses. Digital Titles: The Algebra of Efficiency Digitizing title management slashes processing times from weeks to days or even hours. Whats the sum of it?

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Autocar

MARCH 13, 2025

Arriving later this year, the entry-level CLA 250+ with EQ Technology will be capable of driving up to 492 miles between charges, Mercedes claims, and will still manage 431 miles if driven exclusively atmotorway speeds. That includes Mercedes own flagship EQS 450+, which manages 481 miles per charge from a 118kWh battery.

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Motor Trader

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Chris Clark, group managing director of John Clark Motor Group, said: This project represents a significant investment for our group, reflecting the strong performance of the SEAT, Skoda, and Cupra brands in recent years. The site has a 25-service bay workshop with dedicated MOT and express-fit tyre bays and 79 parking spaces.

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Motor Trader

MARCH 4, 2025

Kia UK has reshuffled its senior management team to boost performance. with two directors swopping jobs. Steve Hicks is appointed as Kia UKs marketing director, with Sanka De Silva taking on the role of sales director.

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Motor Trader

MARCH 21, 2025

While this structured approach would dramatically simplify the process for consumers, potentially eliminating reliance on claims management companies and courts, ensuring that consumers retain the full compensation awarded, it could also increase administrative burdens on firms and accelerate when liabilities will be felt by the industry.

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Carscoops

JANUARY 18, 2025

Chevrolet managed to come in second, and Ram still hasn’t managed the feat. Here’s what we’re hearing, why this move might make sense, and what we’re losing out on in the process. Ram Rev: A Truck That Never Was Ford was the first of the big three to the market with an electric truck.

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Carscoops

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

The RAV has been snapping at the F-150’s heels for several years, but it’s never managed to topple it before. What makes the RAV4 ’s achievement all the more impressive is that the SUV managed it in its twilight years. The current RAV debuted in 2018 and Toyota is expected to unveil an all-new model this summer.

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CarExpert

MARCH 11, 2025

Other changes to the board include Guillaume Cartier adding marketing and customer experience to his role as chief performance officer, Eiichi Akashi, currently head of vehicle component engineering, becoming chief technology officer, and Teiji Hirata stepping up to be head of manufacturing and supply chain management.

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Call Revu

JANUARY 13, 2025

Forbes explains that In the ongoing era of digital transformation, harnessing the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) can revolutionize talent management and employee development. AI supports the creation of a culture of continuous learning by providing tools and platforms that encourage ongoing education and skill development.

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AutoSuccessOnline

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Managers, if you’re serious about gross, ensure this happens every single time. Managers, if you want to ensure the deal is sealed, get involved. Take the initiative to look at their trade-in vehicle before your professional appraiser does. If you want to maximize gross, this step is non-negotiable. Lastly, focus on volume.

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Autocar

MARCH 22, 2025

Mazdas PR Manager, Owen Mildenhall, has invited me along in my long-term MX-5 so I can get a bit of track driving in. Anglesey - despite what its General Manager Annette Freeman says - is in the arse end of nowhere. In fact I have never even driven round Anglesey. Which means I got to take the Mazda on its first long trip.

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Carscoops

JANUARY 7, 2025

That appears to be the extent of the styling tweaks, but Ram noted customers will be able to get the RamBox cargo management system. There are also several new options including drowsy driver detection, traffic sign recognition, and active lane management. They’re joined by new wheels and updated taillights.

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Motor Authority

FEBRUARY 23, 2025

The EQE, which arrived only two years ago, has struggled to gain traction, managing just 11,660 sales in the U.S. Mercedes-Benz last week confirmed plans for an electric E-Class arriving in 2027, possibly as a replacement for the EQE, the automaker's current electric midsize sedan.

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Motor Trader

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Ford Motor Company chair and managing director Lisa Brankin has called on the government to introduce EV buying incentives and faster charging infrastructure rollout. Her call came as the government consultation on EVs concluded with the industry waiting to see the outcomes.

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AutoSuccessOnline

DECEMBER 27, 2024

Review Your Practices: Evaluate where and how discounts are being applied, and implement caps or manager approvals to rein them in. Use Specific Labor Operation Codes Accurate reporting is essential for successful warranty submissions and helps managers better understand repair trends and sweet spots.

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Motor Trader

JANUARY 31, 2025

Eddie Hawthorne, Arnold Clark chief executive and group managing director, is stepping down, effective 28 th March 2025. Hawthorne will stay on as a main board director, but his role will change from managing to mentoring and overseeing the business. Russell Borrie, Arnold Clark chief operating officer, will assume the role of CEO.

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Dealer World

MARCH 4, 2025

How Machine Learning and Vertical AI are Reshaping Inventory Management and Sales Strategy DETROIT (March 4, 2025) Artificial intelligence is no longer an emerging technology in automotive retailits a necessity. Schafer will unpack this disconnect, explaining why dealers struggle to turn AIs promise into real-world impact.

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AutoSuccessOnline

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

One of my favorite parts about how dealers should be using AI is knowing that there is an opportunity for a manager to hop in and either barge in on a phone call, integrate into a phone call or follow up with a customer afterwards,” he claims. Not a week later, not a month later, but moments after or during a call.

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