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F&Iby Gregory ArroyoApril 6, 2016

High Mileage, High Demand

F&I product providers and agents are keeping a close eye on used-vehicle prices, which they say are trending right into the hands of F&I offices.

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Auto FinanceCover Storyby Eric GandarillaApril 6, 2016

A New Direction

Principle Auto’s Mark Smith found success after abandoning some of his group’s tried-and-true sales strategies. Now he’s looking to take that change even further.

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F&Iby Dave RobertsonMarch 30, 2016

Industry Disruption

AFIP chief is excited about revolutionary paperless software that could change more than the F&I process.

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F&Iby Vince DemareMarch 30, 2016

6 Ways to Improve the F&I Experience

F&I expert lists six moves F&I pros can make to improve the customer experience and increase production.

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F&Iby Jim Maxim Jr. March 30, 2016

Equip, Train & Adapt

F&I technology expert says dealers and F&I pros who embrace digital solutions will have more success with customers of all ages.

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F&Iby Tom McQueenMarch 30, 2016

5 Things Top Dealers Do Differently

Expert lists five prime directives for dealers who want to take their production, company culture and customer service to the next level.

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F&Iby George AngusMarch 30, 2016

Better Selling Through Disclosure

F&I expert has a method for turning one of the most awkward parts of the F&I process into a moneymaker.

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F&Iby Kevin LaytonMarch 30, 2016

6 Email Missteps to Avoid

Digital marketing expert shares practical advice for improving email communications by eliminating bad practices that turn off car buyers.

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F&ICover Storyby Tariq KamalMarch 30, 2016

Mountain Man

Meet Jeff Carlson, president of Colorado’s Glenwood Springs Ford, Glenwood Springs Subaru and Summit Ford, and the NADA’s 2016 chairman.

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F&Iby Dave RobertsonMarch 4, 2016

How Dare You!

Issuing adverse action notices for every deal can result in righteous indignation from prime-credit customers. AFIP chief offers a primer on when to send notices and when to keep them to yourself.

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