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NewsApril 11, 2011

Kelley Blue Book Launches Quick Values Self-Service Portal

Kelley Blue Book, a provider of new- and used-car information, has launched a new tool called Quick Values, a solution that delivers comprehensive new- and used-car values to banks, insurance companies, governmental agencies and auto dealers, all in a unique self-service model.

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NewsApril 4, 2011

NADA Guide: Used-Car Prices Continue to Surge from Crisis in Japan

Prices of fuel-efficient, used cars – both at auction and at the retail level – continue to feel the ripple effect of the March 11 earthquake and tsunami in Japan.

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NewsFebruary 3, 2011

Ally Selects NADA Guide for Used-Vehicle Underwriting

The National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) announced that Ally Financial will utilize vehicle pricing information from the NADA Used Car Guide when underwriting consumer auto contracts in 38 states. The change is effective immediately.

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NewsNovember 30, 2010

Right Time to Buy for Three-Year-Old Vehicle Owners, Say Edmunds

Recent trends in interest rates and used-car values make this a good time for dealers to contact their customers who are driving three-year-old vehicles to see if they are interested in lowering their monthly payments.

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NewsNovember 2, 2010

Internet Drives Down Lot Visits Among Used-Car Shoppers, J.D. Power Reports

After remaining stable during the last four years, the percentage of used-vehicle buyers who use the Internet in their shopping process has increased to 68 percent in 2010 — a five percentage point increase from 2009, according to J.D. Power and Associates.

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Done Dealby Gregory ArroyoAugust 11, 2010

Taking Back Our Industry

Sick of companies, consumer groups and the media profiting from our industry's unsavory past? Maybe it's time you did something about it.

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NewsAugust 10, 2010

July Metrics Drive Optimism for New and Used Sales

Driven mainly by fleet sales, July saw new-vehicle sales cruise to an 11.55 million unit annual pace – the third highest level this year.

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Articlesby Gregory ArroyoAugust 1, 2010

Carfax: Friend or Foe?

Dealers aren’t happy about Carfax jumping into the pricing game, but market insiders say the company’s new tool isn’t what’s hurting margins.

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ArticlesJune 1, 2010

The Rental Effect

Running an in-dealership rental department isn’t a new concept, but it might be the boost your bottom line needs. Dealer expert lays out the possibilities.

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ArticlesJune 1, 2010

6 Signs You're Ready to Rent

Starting a new rental operation requires a huge investment. Dealer management expert provides a six-step checklist to consult before you take the leap.

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