Carscoops

DECEMBER 11, 2024

The company plans to close nearly 40 dealerships in the country by the end of 2026. Porsche currently operates 138 dealerships across China , but the boss of Porsche China, Alexander Pollich, has revealed this will be cut to approximately 100 by the end of 2026. Big changes are afoot for Porsche’s business in China.

Networking 98

Networking Sales Dealerships Customer 98

Get My Auto

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

The modern auto dealership faces a multitude of challenges—limited staffing being one of the most pressing. In a highly competitive industry where the ability to respond quickly and effectively is key, a lean sales team can often feel overwhelmed.

Technology 246

Technology Sales Dealerships Marketing 246

Carscoops

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

The dealership was completely destroyed in the fire and officially declared a total loss. Police in South Carolina have arrested a 53-year-old man for allegedly stealing nine cars from an Anderson County dealership before torching the entire facility to the ground. “What is the motive here? Why did he come into Anderson County?

Dealerships 105

Dealerships Deal 105

Carscoops

MARCH 31, 2025

A suspicious fire that tore through a Tesla dealership in Rome early Monday morning has left behind a scorched mess of metal and plenty of questions. Fortunately, no one was injured, as the dealership was closed at the time of the fire. High temperatures from the blaze damaged 17 EVs, and the surrounding structure. on Monday, March 31.

Dealerships 106

Dealerships Customer 106

AutoDealer Today

MAY 14, 2025

Growing group picks up Toyota store in Midwest expansion push.

Dealerships 130

Dealerships 130

Carscoops

DECEMBER 26, 2024

A rare delivery-mileage 2000 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra R was wrecked in a dealership crash. The incident took place at Tri-City Ford dealership in Eden, North Carolina, earlier this month. Rather than crashing while out and about doing donuts or burnouts, it was peacefully sitting in a dealership when the accident happened.

Dealerships 105

Dealerships Repairing 105

Get My Auto

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Get My Auto […] The post How AI is Transforming Auto Dealerships: A Smarter Way to Sell More Cars appeared first on Get My Auto. Auto dealers that embrace AI-driven tools are gaining a competitive edge by automating operations, improving customer engagement, and increasing sales.

Dealerships 130

Dealerships Automotive Customer Sales 130

Motor Trader

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

John Clark Motor Group has officially opened a multi-franchise Seat, Cupra and Skoda dealership at Broomhill Road, Dundee. Located opposite the John Clark Volvo & Mini dealerships, this location is the first within the Volkswagen UK network to introduce a multi-brand retail concept.

Retail 112

Retail Networking Dealerships Management 112

Carscoops

APRIL 15, 2025

A 38-year-old Texas man broke into a dealership by smashing a showroom window. If you’re going to break into a car dealership , step one should probably be not calling the cops on yourself. A staff member of the dealership says the only thing he was able to steal was some candy from a salesperson’s desk.

Dealerships 103

Dealerships Management 103

Carscoops

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

For weeks, police in Loveland, Colorado, had been chasing down a suspect after a string of incidents against a Colorado Tesla dealership that seemed like typical, run-of-the-mill vandalism. Tesla may pursue its own charges after a recent wave of vandalism incidents across the country.

Dealerships 98

Dealerships Deal 98

Motor Trader

MARCH 7, 2025

Marshall Motor is pushing ahead with the closure of two Volkswagen and four Peugeot dealerships. The Volkswagen dealerships set for closure are in Horsham and Aylesbury. On the Stellantis side Constellation is closing Peugeot dealerships in Canterbury and Ashford and Peugeot and Vauxhall dealerships in Peterborough.

Retail 105

Retail Dealerships Networking Technology 105

AutoDealer Today

MAY 28, 2025

Stellantis-brands store remains a family-run business with transaction in small town of Detroit area.

Dealerships 130

Dealerships 130

Call Revu

MAY 8, 2025

And while direct, human-to-human contact is one way for happy customers to spread the word to their friends and family about your dealership, online reviews will go way further, way faster. Reputation.com gets even more specific as it pertains to auto dealerships and related vendors. Ease and responsiveness are essential with chat.

Dealerships 66

Dealerships Spread Customer Management 66

Auto Remarketing

MARCH 24, 2025

When a sales lead comes to a dealership, what happens? billion dealer website visits and 30 million pieces of inventory from more than 22,500 dealership websites during 2024. The post Report: Almost half of dealership website sales leads are mishandled appeared first on Auto Remarketing.

Sales 72

Sales Dealerships Term Buyer 72

Shawn Ryder

MAY 19, 2025

In the picturesque community of Mount Vernon, Oregon, car dealerships face unique challenges and opportunities as they navigate a competitive market. With the rise of digital marketing, local dealerships now have the chance to transform their online presence and reach potential customers more effectively than ever before.

Dealerships 52

Dealerships Marketing Management Customer 52

Motor Trader

MAY 1, 2025

Ron Skinner and Son has submitted a planning application to convert an industrial unit at Tafarnaubach Industrial Estate into a car dealership. The post Ron Skinner submits planning application for new dealership following fire appeared first on Motor Trader. A decision regarding this planning application is anticipated by May 25.

Dealerships 71

Dealerships Development Sales 71

Vanguard Dealer Services

DECEMBER 24, 2024

Back to Basics: The Imperative of Training in Automotive Dealership Sales In an ever-evolving landscape, automotive dealership sales and F&I sales teams must continuously adapt quickly to thrive. However, one enduring truth remains: our success is rooted in mastering the basics.

Retail 98

Retail Dealerships Automotive Sales 98

Shawn Ryder

MAY 18, 2025

In the heart of York, Maine, car dealerships face a unique blend of opportunities and challenges in a rapidly evolving digital marketplace. At Shawn Ryder Digital, we are committed to empowering dealerships in York, throughout York County, and across Maine to navigate this digital landscape effectively.

Dealerships 52

Dealerships Marketing Finance Sales Goals 52

Shawn Ryder

MAY 18, 2025

In Underwood, Minnesota, the automotive market is teeming with potential, and for car dealerships, embracing digital marketing is not just advantageousits essential. With the increasing reliance on the internet for research and purchasing decisions, having a robust digital presence allows dealerships to stand out amid local competition.

Dealerships 52

Dealerships Marketing Management Customer 52

Carscoops

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

” Fortunately, most dealerships appear to be honoring the ID. Surprisingly, some dealerships are even offering discounts on the all-electric van. At least one VW dealership in the U.S. ” While the dealership’s location wasn’t disclosed, the interaction painted a clear picture of pricing antics.

MSRP 116

MSRP Asking Price Manufacturing Dealerships 116

Carscoops

JANUARY 5, 2025

Car dealerships don’t exactly have a squeaky-clean image to begin with, and stories like this one aren’t doing the industry any favors. If the lawsuit succeeds, the dealership group could be on the hook to reimburse customers for these shady practices. More: Texas Sues GM For Illegally Selling 1.8M

Buyer 116

Buyer Rebate Networking Insurance 116

Carscoops

MAY 13, 2025

He now faces multiple charges, including kidnapping, false imprisonment, and obstruction Working at a car dealership is usually about as exciting as watching paint dry. While her customer’s car was being serviced, the man allegedly kidnapped her for about 40 minutes, leaving his own child behind at the dealership.

Dealerships 110

Dealerships Customer 110

Carscoops

DECEMBER 7, 2024

The dealership allegedly leased used cars as new, violating state regulations on vehicle sales. It’s not uncommon to hear about shady dealership practices —after all, the auto industry has its share of unsavory characters—but sometimes, just sometimes, they do get caught. “On Dec.

Dealerships 111

Dealerships Automotive Management Sales 111

Carscoops

DECEMBER 8, 2024

Dodge has over 3,000 V8-powered Challengers and Chargers still available at dealerships. Once Dodge’s dealership inventory is gone, the used market will be your only choice. Prices for 2023 Challenger R/T models start around $45,000, but Hellcats can exceed $100,000.

Dealerships 124

Dealerships Deal Management Marketing 124

AutoSuccessOnline

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Today’s customers are increasingly resistant to answering phone calls from businesses, especially car dealerships. To connect more effectively with potential customers, many dealerships are adopting a text-first strategy, which aligns better with modern communication habits.

Customer 95

Customer Finance Dealerships Sales 95

Carscoops

DECEMBER 31, 2024

A news crew investigating a used-car dealer was assaulted by the dealership manager. Reports reveal he is also accused of embezzling $144,454 from a previous dealership. Sometimes, the more you dig, the messier it gets, especially when it comes to shady car dealerships. Do not go to dealership.”

Management 122

Management Down Payment Insurance Finance 122

Carscoops

MARCH 3, 2025

At least twelve cars at a Tesla dealership in France were severely damaged by fire, with damages estimated at €700,000. On Sunday night, one or more individuals set fire to at least a dozen cars at a Tesla dealership in France, according to a magistrate from the Toulouse public prosecutor’s office. in the past month.

Repairing 135

Repairing Dealerships Sales Marketing 135

Get My Auto

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

With a combination of well-executed promotions, digital strategies, and community engagement, dealerships can turn this festive […] The post Holiday Marketing Strategies for Auto Dealers: Boost Sales and End the Year Strong appeared first on Get My Auto.

Sales 130

Sales Marketing Dealerships Customer 130

Carscoops

JANUARY 12, 2025

million customers to visit dealerships. of its recalls with OTA updates, avoiding dealership visits entirely. This time, beyond just the updated final tallies, we also examined how many recalls required a dealership visit (let’s call them “physical recalls”) versus those resolved through over-the-air (OTA) updates.

Repairing 111

Repairing Dealerships Customer Management 111

Carscoops

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

The sale includes 33 dealerships, 52 franchises, and three collision centers in two states. A mega group of auto dealerships across Massachusetts and Rhode Island have been sold in a massive deal worth $1.34 He will retain ownership of a single Mercedes-Benz dealership in Somerville. billion in revenue last year.

Networking 103

Networking Deal Dealerships Automotive 103

AutoSuccessOnline

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

One of the key drivers of customer loyalty is how often a customer returns to a dealership for service and repairs after purchasing a vehicle. It’s well known that customers who service their vehicles at the dealership are more likely to not only return for future maintenance but also buy their next car from that dealership.

Customer 98

Customer Repairing Dealerships Manufacturing 98

Motor Trader

MARCH 21, 2025

While motor finance providers will likely shoulder most of the load under a redress scheme, dealerships are not immune. Given their central role in commission disclosures and finance arrangements, dealerships could face significant pressure, particularly if finance providers attempt to recover losses or seek indemnities.

Finance 114

Finance Dealerships Management Customer 114

Motor Trader

JANUARY 10, 2025

Thats the finding of a Lotlinx which found that 78% of US car dealerships are uncertain about using predictive data, with only 5% implementing AI. It found that just 21% of dealerships are employing AI for customer relationship management and lead scoring. Despite challenges, 80% plan to adopt AI by 2025.

Retail 104

Retail Technology Dealerships Management 104

AutoSuccessOnline

JANUARY 30, 2025

When evaluating the overall health of a dealerships service drive, there are three key golden metrics that stand out: Hours Both total sold and per repair order Effective Labor Rate (ELR) Profit per customer pay RO However, understanding these numbers requires context. additional hours and $42,000 in monthly profit.

Repairing 97

Repairing Demographic Dealerships Term 97

Motor Trader

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

The award was presented by Mark Roden, sales director of Toyota GB and Arran Bangham, vice chairman of RRG Group, during a staff gathering at the dealerships. These dealerships are shining examples of what it means to be a great employer in the automotive industry.”

Dealerships 102

Dealerships Development Management Automotive 102

AutoSuccessOnline

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Dynamic Creative Solutions empowers dealerships to generate high-quality, brand-compliant digital advertising and website content with unprecedented speed and ease, the company said. “This innovative solution addresses the critical need for dealerships to rapidly produce high-quality, compliant content at scale.

Rebate 114

Rebate ROI Manufacturing Dealerships 114

Carscoops

DECEMBER 28, 2024

The gang used programming devices to create new keys for cars they would then steal from dealerships. Related: Teen Girl Arrested After Alleged Hellcat, TRX, And Corvette Heist At Dealership Investigators allege that the 12 men worked in groups of between two and 10 to break into dealerships in the early hours of the morning.

Dealerships 111

Dealerships 111