Tag: pandemic
Rivian factory in UK possible as carmaker reportedly in talks with...
Rivian Automotive has been in discussions with UK ministers about building the first factory outside of the United States to produce their all-electric vehicles....
Could used car leasing tide over ravenous car buyers?
Dealers nationwide are experiencing or expecting shortages on their new car lots. Some manufacturers have fared better than others, but as a whole, the...
Biden proposes change in “Buy American” rules to increase US-made product...
The Biden Administration wants more taxpayer spending to go toward American-made products and has issued a proposed rule change to that end. If it’s...
Cox survey finds that most car dealers are struggling to staff...
The average car dealer is having a tough time finding people for open positions, according to the 2021 Cox Automotive Dealership Staffing Study. Of...
The struggles that strengthen us; Why we should embrace, and not...
Think about your favorite movie or book. Now, imagine that the hero or heroine was never faced with a challenge. Rocky doesn’t train very...
Amazon leads the way with commitment to 14 more renewable energy...
Amazon has announced 14 new projects using renewable energy to offset and/or reduce their emissions. The projects are spread across locations in the US,...
The challenges F&I departments face while adjusting to a virtual world
F&I departments are facing a unique set of challenges in today’s marketplace. On today’s show, we’re pleased to welcome Thomas Hackett, National Sales and...
Four ways to improve customer engagement at your car dealership
If there’s one thing that dealers have learned in the past 17 months, it’s how to be adaptable. Aside from a select few instances,...
Managing a post-COVID service department: how is it different?
With the full regimen of vaccinations in the arms of more than 45% of Americans, a broad reopening is beginning to take shape. Fourteen...
Average vehicle age blows past 12 years due to pandemic
In the past year, the average age of vehicles in operation in the United States has crossed the 12-year threshold. According to IHS Markit...
