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Dealer Lender Preferences Revealed

When lenders provide consistent, fast service, their overall satisfaction scores with dealers greatly improve, according to JD Power research.

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Integrating Nontraditional F&I Products

Articles•March 4, 2016

Hoarder Room or Server Room?

Dealership IT expert explains how well-organized server rooms protect equipment, save money, promote safety and reduce downtime.

Articles•March 4, 2016

4 Social Media Landmines

Dealership expert identifies four common landmines dealers run into when marketing on social media, and offers recommendations for staying out of the crosshairs of regulators.

Articles•March 4, 2016

Trouble Ahead

Auto financial advisor returns to offer his take on what the recent weakness in stock market indices means to the economy, the industry, and dealer profitability.

Articles•March 3, 2016

How to Preload Appearance Protection

An Ohio-based agent details a process designed to increase your dealership’s per-vehicle average by $200, and keep your lot stocked with cleaner trades.

News•March 3, 2016

Experian: More Consumers Turning to Leasing, Used Vehicles

With new-vehicle loan amounts and monthly payments rising to record highs during the fourth quarter, leasing’s share of the market grew to record levels. Data from Experian Automotive also showed that more consumers turned to the used-vehicle market in the end-of-year period.