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J.D. Power has projected an increase to the seasonally adjusted annualized rate (SAAR) for total new-vehicle sales, to 15.5 million units.

Nov. U.S. auto sales expected to soar: new-vehicle sales up 10.2%...

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According to a joint forecast from J.D. Power and GlobalData, the automotive retail industry is witnessing a significant upswing in November, with total new-vehicle...
By tapping into your hidden strengths, you can improve your sales acumen and achieve remarkable re­sults in the compe­titive world of car sales.

Car sales tips: discover your hidden strengths to unlock greater success

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In the highly compe­titive world of car sales, succe­ss goes beyond mere­ knowledge of vehicle­s and negotiation skills. Thriving sales professionals posse­ss a secret...
Opportunities for stability and growth lie in selling commercial vehicles — a sector known for its consistency and profitability.

The untapped well in your own backyard

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Today's auto industry represents a landscape that is at its most unpredictable as it’s ever been. There are a multitude of reasons, such as...
Managing your existing BDC can be a tall order, but it is worth exploring to find out if you can improve sales and service.

In-house vs external BDC: How and why to make a switch

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For a dealership, follow-up with customers is absolutely crucial. Some customers will choose which dealership to shop at based on interactions with salespeople over...
Guidance and commitment to education from the dealership will make customers more comfortable switching and staying with EVs.

Navigating roadblocks: overcoming customer objections when selling EVs

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As electric vehicles continue rolling into inventory, dealerships play a pivotal role in selling these vehicles and educating potential buyers about the ins and...
Tapping into your pe­rsonal power for sales unlocks a multitude of benefits that go beyond simply boosting your sales numbers.

6 strategies to harness your personal power an increase sales success

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In the world of sale­s, a profound understanding of the industry and its products is undeniably crucial. Howe­ver, true advanceme­nt in your sales performance...
August vehicle sales rise 17% YoY, nearing 18% forecast. Honda shines, but market softening signs emerge. OEMs eye future incentives.

August U.S. vehicle sales: signs of a market slowdown?

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August, traditionally a significant month for car sales, has offered the auto industry a mixed bag of data. While there's notable year-over-year growth of...
I’m Steve Greenfield from Automotive Ventures, and I’m glad that you could join us.It’s been a tough quarter for many of the legacy automakers. highways emissions

How this company helps dealers manage their new car inventory with...

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Welcome to another edition of The Future of Automotive, with Steve Greenfield, Founder, and CEO of Automotive Ventures, where I put recent automotive and...
Now’s the time for dealerships to adapt to market disruptions, while also finding success in the face of economic uncertainty.

Selling cars despite the current economic uncertainty

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Automotive retailers have seen a massive upheaval in recent years. Between the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, inflationary concerns, higher borrowing costs, and general...

Tell, don’t sell: The old way of doing business is the...

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Robert “Bob” DiGiacomo has been immersed in the retail side of the automotive industry for nearly 30 years. He has enjoyed a very successful...