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On this edition of The Executive Profile, host Jim Fitzpatrick spent the day with John Bergstrom, Chairman of Bergstrom Automotive,

John Bergstrom on EVs, OEM relations, building an outstanding company culture,...

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What do you get when you combine world-class company culture with 39 new car dealerships? Well, you end up with a remarkable dealer group...
Kathryn Schifferle joins Driving Solutions to discuss the untapped potential of the commercial vehicle segment for car dealers.

Tapping into the commercial vehicle segment — Kathryn Schifferle | Work...

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  The automotive industry has experienced notable shifts in car buying behavior over the last five years, even in the commercial vehicle segment. Since 2022,...
As many buyers begin their vehicle search online, a dealer’s website is the prime place to begin building a seamless customer experience.

From online to in-store: creating a seamless dealership customer experience

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Rapid digitalization during the pandemic has made a lasting impact on the way customers shop for vehicles. According to S&P Global Mobility's latest Vehicle Buyer...
A new partnership aims to use artificial intelligence technology in the development of semiconductors for the automotive industry.

New partnership to build AI-powered semiconductors for automotive sector

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South Korean tech startup BOS Semiconductors has formed a partnership with U.S. artificial intelligence hardware company Tenstorrent to develop semiconductors for use in vehicles...
BMW broke its previous electric vehicle sales record in the U.S. as overall sales rose 8% year-over-year during the third quarter.

BMW breaks quarterly electric vehicles sales record

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BMW broke its previous electric vehicle sales record in the U.S. as overall sales rose 8% year-over-year during the third quarter. From July through September,...
Sean Gardner joins Inside Automotive to discuss the four phases every successful sales strategy should have.

The four phases of every good sales strategy — Sean Gardner...

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Despite drastic transformations in the way vehicles are sold, a car buyer's business is still won more often through sales strategy rather than competitive...
Courtney Roberts-Lawes joins Driving Solutions to discuss the importance of convenience in providing excellent car buying experiences.

Reducing friction between online and in-store car buying experiences — Courtney...

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In the fast-paced world of automotive sales, dealers and their trusted business partners are constantly striving for ways to bridge gaps in the digital...
Used car prices held steady in September, allowing values to decline at a slower rate in Q3 than in Q2 of 2023.

Used car prices rise in September, balance out in Q3

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Used car prices held steady in the third quarter after dropping rapidly in the second, according to Cox Automotive's latest Manheim report. Rising values in...
Used-car retailer Shift Technologies announces plan to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy following multiple years of losses.

Shift Technologies stops used-car sales, announces bankruptcy plan

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Online used-car dealer Shift Technologies is closing operations and filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, according to a company press release. Founded in 2014, California-based Shift...
Aaron Baldwin joins Driving Solutions to discuss the crucial role technology will play in driving new car sales throughout the fourth quarter.

Make Q4 count: how dealers are using tech to boost new...

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As the automotive industry enters the fourth quarter, dealers are forming new strategies to navigate the ever-evolving landscapes of new car sales, particularly in...