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Used car dealers have implemented new strategies to source inventory and keep sales high in the post-pandemic economy.

Rethinking used car management in a post-COVID economy — Josh Callahan...

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Facing fluctuating supply chains, shifts in consumer preferences and normalizing trends, used car dealers have implemented new strategies to source inventory and keep sales...
Beyond the realm of vehicle sales, service departments can harness the power of text blast marketing for additional revenue opportunities.

Revving up engagement: how text message marketing puts dealerships in the...

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In 2024, the world of dealership marketing is witnessing a significant shift. Traditional methods like email marketing are becoming less effective, paving the way...
Group 1 owns and operates 198 automotive dealerships, 262 franchises, and 43 collision centers in the United States and the United Kingdom.

Group 1 Automotive supercharges Mid-Atlantic footprint with latest acquisition

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Group 1 Automotive, one of the nation's largest auto retailing groups, announced today that it is expanding its U.S. portfolio in the greater Baltimore/Washington...
New vehicle prices remain inflated but has inched closer to MSRP values since last January thanks to stable demand and rising supply.

Vehicle prices dip to 7.2% over MSRP as supply improves

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New vehicle prices remain higher than normal, averaging 7.2% above MSRP in January 2024, but price growth has started to cool in the face...
Stellantis will adopt Tesla's NACS in future EVs but has yet to clarify whether drivers will have access to the Supercharger network.

Stellantis adopts NACS, skips deal with Tesla for Supercharger access

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Stellantis has confirmed it will adopt the North American Charging Standard (NACS), making it the last major automaker to adopt the Tesla-developed electric vehicle...
Today, we explore why relying solely on the owner's manual for preventative maintenance guidance might not ensure the longevity of your car.

Beyond the manual: why additional preventative maintenance is key for longevity...

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If you google the average age of a car on the road in America today you will find it's an astounding 12.5 years and...
Edmunds analyzed website traffic following the airing of the four car commercials shown during the 2024 Super Bowl. Which models stood out?

Which 2024 Super Bowl car commercial caught the most attention?

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Few automakers participated in Super Bowl advertising this year, but the ones who did saw notable increases in internet traffic following the airing of...
Vehicle financing factors were less favorable to car buyers In January, undoing several months of improvements seen last year.

Vehicle financing conditions trend against consumers in January

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Vehicle financing remained an obstacle for many consumers in January, during which auto lenders displayed more caution and auto loan access declined. According to Cox...
Serra Automotive is set to buy the Bill Marsh Auto Group later this year, marking one of the most high-profile acquisitions in the industry.

Why dealership groups are prioritizing M&A in 2024 — Joe Serra,...

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Serra Automotive, ranked number 12 out of the top dealership groups in the U.S. and number 6 out of the top privately held groups,...
Ionna, an electric vehicle charging network backed by seven major automakers, has officially commenced operations in North America.

OEM-backed Ionna EV charging network gets a CEO and regulator approval

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Ionna, a joint-venture project involving seven automakers to build a massive electric vehicle charging network across the U.S. and Canada, has officially launched following...