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Weekly roundup: Toyota commits to EVs, aftermarket service disappoints, Fisker’s EV...

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Earlier this week: EV maker Fisker announced its Ocean SUV will come equipped with swappable batteries in 2024, April U.S. auto sales improved year-over-year,...
Here are some simple strategies you can use to make leases in ’23 a deal to a home run

Strengthening the lease proposition in 2023

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Leasing a new car is a great option for many new car shoppers…lower monthly payments, being able to jump into a new car every...
April's U.S. auto sales are projected to have a 2.3% rise compared to last year, likely due to increased inventory supply.

April U.S. auto sales see solid year-over-year gains

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April 2023 is a tale of two stories. One indicates that buyers are continuing to benefit from increased inventory offerings, while the other shows...
Could you buy an electric vehicle - whether new or used, with the current EV prices available on the market? How about six months from now?

EV prices are dropping but has that made them affordable?

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Could you buy an electric vehicle - whether new or used, with the current EV prices available on the market? How about six months...
Customers are not likely to stay on a website that is confusing to navigate, as patience wears thin and they may decide to shop elsewhere. digital retailing personalized marketing

First impressions matter: What message does your dealership’s website send?

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The critical acceleration of digital retailing has undoubtedly led almost every industry to invest heavily in technology and eCommerce solutions. This includes the auto...
As with everything since the pandemic, the valuation model for blue sky will continue to evolve as profits normalize at lower levels in the coming quarters.

The past is no longer prologue for valuing Blue Sky

Auto retailers have commonly averaged the last three years of earnings to estimate expected future profitability. This methodology proved to be an effective predictor...

How baking-in digital protection at point-of-sale protects both dealer and buyer...

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After all the research, test drives and negotiations, when a customer chooses to purchase a car, they are putting their trust in the hands...
Despite robust auto sales, new-vehicle supply closed March at its highest level in two years, but not be enough to bring prices down.

April U.S. auto sales poised to rise on improving inventory levels

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According to a joint auto sales forecast from J.D. Power and LMC Automotive, total new-vehicle sales, including retail and non-retail transactions, are expected to...
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Stellantis will steer clear of Tesla-led EV price war says CEO

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Tesla's recent and drastic price cuts on its electric cars in various markets have shaken the global auto industry. However, automaker Stellantis has remained...
Many automakers, including Ford, GM, Volvo and now Mercedes, are conforming to Tesla's fast charging system, also known as the North American Charging Standard or NACS.

Why the automotive technology sector is ripe for more M&A activity

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Welcome to another edition of The Future of Automotive, with Steve Greenfield, Founder, and CEO of Automotive Ventures, where we put recent automotive and...