Tag: dealership
Dealership sues Volkswagen for adding new location just 15 miles away
An Arkansas Volkswagen dealership has sued the automaker's American branch for adding a new location only 15 miles away.
The Fayetteville dealership, named Crain Volkswagen,...
Manheim forecasts used vehicle market will perform better in 2023
Cox Automotive has published a surprisingly positive forecast for 2023's used-vehicle market, predicting slightly better sales and a market normalization.
The data used for its...
Rivian and Lucid direct sales model legal in Illinois, judge rules
An Illinois judge has dismissed a dealership-backed lawsuit targeting the state's allowance of the direct sales model.
The Illinois Automobile Dealers Association was set to...
Tesla selling discounted showroom and test-drive vehicles after cuts to production
Tesla is now selling models originally dedicated for showrooms and test-drives after running out of inventory in several locations.
The automaker has received no shortage...
Buick retailers refuse new EV rules, sell dealerships back to company
Buick retailers are apparently refusing to comply with the automaker's EV rules.
Earlier this year, the GM subsidiary had notified dealers of the eligibility requirements...
Buick to require $300,000 minimum from dealerships hoping to sell EVs
Buick dealerships hoping to sell EVs will be required to make a $300,000 minimum investment.
The money will fund upgrades to the investing dealer's training,...
AutoNation to expand after-sale products with RepairSmith purchase
On Monday, one of the country’s largest automotive retailers, AutoNation, announced the acquisition of maintenance company RepairSmith to boost its after-sale options.
The purchase is...
Five tips on how to be customer-centered
A recent PWC report found that, "only 36% of consumers feel that their employees understand their needs." Regardless of the truth or argument, perception is...
Dealers report worst attitudes on record, according to Cox Automotive
Dealerships are less confident than ever about the car market, according to a new report released by Cox Automotive.
The study, which obtains quarterly data...
Automotive marketing tips to reach every generation of car buyer
How do you market to Boomers, Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z while running a single dealership? You wouldn’t be far from the truth...
