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April 2012 - Feature

No Pipe Dreams Here

The head of IAS’s retail software division responds to Marv’s column last month, and offers his perspective on the iPad and mobile tools.

<p>Matt Nowicki.</p>

By Matt Nowiciki

The head of IAS’s retail software division responds to Marv’s column last month, and offers his perspective on the iPad and mobile tools.

Tags: F&I menus, Innovative Aftermarket Systems, SmartMenu, SmartPad

January 2012 - Feature

Tracking F&I Performance

The magazine’s reader survey reveals that average profit per new vehicle retailed still hovers around $800, and that F&I managers are averaging approximately two products per deal.

By Gregory Arroyo

The magazine’s reader survey reveals that average profit per new vehicle retailed still hovers around $800, and that F&I managers are averaging approximately two products per deal.

Tags: acceptance rate, captive finance, E-CONTRACTING, F&I menu, F&I menus, F&I performance, F&I profit, interest rates, product penetration, profit

May 2011 - Feature

Solving the eBusiness Puzzle

The eBusiness model has yet to take F&I offices by storm, primarily because dealers don’t see the profit potential. Technology insider offers five reasons they need to join the revolution.

By Matt Nowicki

The eBusiness model has yet to take F&I offices by storm, primarily because dealers don’t see the profit potential. Technology insider offers five reasons they need to join the revolution.

Tags: business tools, dealership management system, E-CONTRACTING, F&I menus, Internet, Internet leads, Internet sales, Internet shopper

November 2010 - Cover Story

The Great Debate

Panelists during the “Building Value in Today’s F&I Presentations” field questions from the audience. The hour-long discussion did feature some debate as to what makes for the ideal menu, but panelists focused more on connectivity and selling features rather than menu design.

By Tariq Kamal

From DMS integration to Excel spreadsheets, our panel debated the key elements of an effective menu presentation and how it can drive profits.

Tags: F&I Conference & Expo, F&I menus

June 2010 - Feature

The Menu Battle

By Gregory Arroyo

Ristken Software Service’s top executive sits down with the magazine to talk about an aspect of the menu business that hasn’t received much fanfare.

Tags: E-CONTRACTING, F&I menus, Software

July 2003 - Feature

How to Use the Option Close

By Ron Martin

The professional closer always begins with the end in mind. He or she looks for the opportunity which presents itself during the presentation to ask the customer to make a decision. One of the best ways to get a positive decision is in providing favorable options.

Tags: F&I menus, F&I products, sales department, sales process

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