
New IRS rules have sparked a downward trend in refund amounts, threatening the loss of an annual catalyst for used-car sales.
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Every dealer believes they are dedicated to finance, but too many are complicit in an ongoing effort to eliminate the F&I middleman and let sales and desk managers cut deals on the bank’s terms.
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General manager and self-described ‘Toyota guy’ Nick Waddell led Peterson Toyota of Sarasota (Fla.)’s foray into digital retail and says the dealership, its staff, and its customers are all benefiting.
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The third quarter of 2018 saw an alarming plunge in lending to subprime and deep-subprime customers, falling to 21% of all auto loans as banks and finance companies continue to favor the upper credit tiers.
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Dealers might not think of themselves as lenders, but the banks and finance companies that buy your paper have very little doubt about it.
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A family-first culture, dedication to the six Georgia communities it serves, and a highly productive F&I operation helped earn Prince Automotive Group national recognition as the 2018 F&I Dealer of the Year.
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Dealers who invest in AI- and ML-powered digital marketing solutions today will reap the rewards of active-shopper targeting and engagement when the market constricts.
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Dealer personnel expert offers three reasons why your outdated, commission-only pay plan is sending your best sales candidates straight to the competition.
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Hudson scores four sets of predictions made by carlaw practitioners at the end of 2017 — including his own.
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Attractive price points, sustained value of off-lease units, and rising interest rates point toward leasing remaining a viable financing option for dealers and customers this year.
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