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F&Iby Vince DeMareNovember 26, 2019

10 Quick Tips to Boost F&I Profits

Raise your per-copy average and secure more of your customers’ investments by looking for more opportunities at every stage of the purchase and ownership experience.

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Dealer Opsby Chris BrownNovember 25, 2019

Tesla’s Electric Pickup: Is It a Work Truck?

Fleet Forward’s Chris Brown takes an up-close look at the Tesla Cybertruck and asks whether an (almost) indestructible exterior can help it break into the U.S. fleet market.

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F&Iby G.P. AndersonNovember 25, 2019

Take the Fear Out of Your F&I Process

Living in the moment isn’t always a good idea, particularly in the business office. G.P. has the cure for bad customers, bad days, and bad months.

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F&Iby Amber HashNovember 21, 2019

Good Recruiting Today Could Save Your F&I Department Tomorrow

Younger workers are interested in working at dealerships, which is good news for F&I. But they will be drawn to those employers who offer opportunities and benefits that may not fit your current structure.

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Complianceby Tom HudsonNovember 19, 2019

Old Whine in a New Bottle

Consumer protection is an honorable pursuit. But when advocates rely on recycled complaints and debunked theories, they undermine their own efforts at reform. Hudson breaks down the flawed arguments and wild misconceptions that continue to dog dealers and auto finance sources.

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Dealer Opsby Tariq KamalNovember 9, 2019

Louisiana Dealers Do Business Face-to-Face

Louisiana Automobile Dealers Association President Will Green believes the dealers in his state succeed by putting their customers and communities first and maximizing production — and emphasizing compliance — in the F&I department.

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Auto Financeby Melinda ZabritskiNovember 4, 2019

Consumers Prioritize Affordability as Loan Amounts Increase

Wary of unmanageable monthly payments, the American car buyer’s attention is increasingly shifting toward used vehicles, leases, and longer terms as the cost to buy a new car or truck continues to climb.

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Digitalby Mike MachadoOctober 30, 2019

CTV Advertising: What’s in It for Auto Dealers?

Apple TV, Roku, and other connected TV devices have become the entertainment hub for millions of households. So why are so many dealers still spending all their TV dollars on traditional ads?

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Showroomby Joe VerdeOctober 29, 2019

Help Your Dealers Close the Sale

Sales consultants are led to believe great closers are born, not bred. Top trainer disagrees and shares a process you can use to seal more deals — no deception, obfuscation, or tricks required.

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F&Iby Dave WorrallOctober 25, 2019

Mid-Level F&I Managers Need Advanced Training

F&I managers who are ready to take the next step in their careers must seek out training focused on leadership, deal structure, compliance, and other essential skills for professional development.

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