Women Automotive Network

JANUARY 27, 2025

This experience gave me management and leadership skills I would later transfer to a career in automotive, besides the ability to differentiate instruction for inclusive environments. I transitioned to a Customer Service Representative position at Meritor, specializing in brakes and axles while managing the Volvo account.

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Women Sales Management Customer 130

Women Automotive Network

JANUARY 27, 2025

From her perspective in HR, Sophie focused on the softer aspects of transitioning back to work: Education: Companies must educate managers and teams about the challenges of maternity leave and the value that returning mothers bring to the workplace. Supporting that journey benefits everyone."

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Women Networking Automotive Management 130

Carscoops

DECEMBER 1, 2024

Robert McLane had managed the parts department at the dealership , and his responsibilities included overseeing the ordering, receipt, and payments of parts. However, McLane had no intention of selling the lift kits through legitimate channels, and as such, they weren’t ordered using the dealer’s management software.

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Dealerships Management Customer Sales 119

Best Selling Cars Blog

MARCH 12, 2025

The Kia Sonet manages a 5th place while the Chinese places four models inside the Top 10 including the BYD Song Plus, BYD Chazor aka Destroyer 05 and Chery Tiggo 7 Pro. Chevrolet trusts the first four spots in the models ranking, with the Cobalt the overall winner at over 40% share ahead of the tiny Damas at 23.9%.

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Management Buyer Marketing Sales 189

Carscoops

MARCH 22, 2025

The company plans to reduce management positions in addition to cutting administrative staff. In addition to axing these jobs, the company is also planning a separate program to cut manager positions at the department level and above, hoping to cut a “disproportionate” number of jobs in management.

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Deal Management Term 119

Carscoops

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Its affiliation with the German car manufacturer may complicate its ability to sell vehicles without involving dealers, according to Richard Sox, managing partner at Bass Sox Mercer law firm. Scout will also manage all production and maintenance of its vehicles. ” Scout has been eager to declare its independence since launching.

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Sales Networking Manufacturing Retail 119

Carscoops

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

Nissan Oceania’s Managing Director says the new Navara will be “very much a Nissan.” ” The pickup will be based on the Mitsubishi Triton, albeit with a number of changes. The new midsize truck is expected to debut globally in 2026 or early 2027 at the latest.

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Management Development Marketing 139

Best Selling Cars Blog

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

This is the first time SUV manage to hold more than 60% of the Australian market. Nissan (+12.4%) is also in excellent shape as is Chery (+152%), managing its highest ever scores at #13, 1,837 sales and 2.1% This means the share of electric cars in Australia is at a miserable 4.4% for the month vs. 5.8% in January 2024 and 9.5%

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Marketing Sales Management 216

Carscoops

JANUARY 5, 2025

The complaint, filed jointly by the FTC and Maryland authorities, targets the Lindsay Automotive Group, comprising Lindsay Chevrolet of Woodbridge, Lindsay Ford of Wheaton, Lindsay Chrysler-Dodge-Jeep- Ram , and Lindsay Management Company, LLC, as well as three individuals, including company president Michael Lindsay.

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Buyer Rebate Networking Insurance 116

Motor Trader

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Nathan Farrington, general manager of RRG Toyota Denton, said: “We are thrilled to receive the Gold Accreditation. Gavin Barry, general manager of RRG Toyota Rochdale, added: “We are equally proud at RRG Toyota Rochdale to be recognized for our commitment to our employees.

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Dealerships Development Management Automotive 102

Carscoops

APRIL 4, 2025

Ivan Li, a fund manager at Loyal Wealth Management, noted, “The two companies’ announcements apparently point to a potential merger of the state-owned parents, though they did not give a clear-cut word on it.” Changan CD701 Concept Momentum Behind Consolidation Last year, Changan sold 2.68

Manufacturing 119

Manufacturing Deal Term Management 119

AutoSuccessOnline

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

“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

AutoSuccessOnline

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Lastly, the discussion shifts to managing critical transitions, like switching dealer management systems (DMS). “The reality of data disruptions is it is not a matter of if, but when, but you just don’t know what technology will be disrupted and for how long,” he says.

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Insurance Technology Dealerships Management 98

CarExpert

APRIL 11, 2025

Subaru Australia general manager Scott Lawrence said that maintaining the character and driving dynamics that Subaru vehicles are known for is “crucial” to ensuring his brand survives the onslaught of new brands and models. “There’s no doubt the market’s competitive.

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Deal Management Development Customer 105

Best Selling Cars Blog

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Mercedes (+30.5%) manages a splendid year-on-year gain to jump three spots on December to #2, both carmakers toppling last year’s leader Volkswagen (-11%). The Luxembourg new car market edges up 2.6% year-on-year in January to 3,720 units. BMW (+10.9%) scores a 4th win in the past 14 month with 12.8%

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Management Marketing Sales 192

Motor Trader

MARCH 4, 2025

Kia UK has reshuffled its senior management team to boost performance. with two directors swopping jobs. Steve Hicks is appointed as Kia UKs marketing director, with Sanka De Silva taking on the role of sales director.

Sales 94

Sales Networking Marketing Retail 94

AutoSuccessOnline

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

When you manage people, you add a third option: needing to fix someone else’s mistakes or take care of something when they drop the ball. Managing this task is time-consuming. For some, this level of task management may sound like something out of science fiction, but the reality is it’s possible today. That’s where AI can help.

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Technology Management Customer Dealerships 105

Carscoops

APRIL 15, 2025

That sounds obvious, but a man in Tyler, Texas, managed to fumble that basic principle in spectacular fashion. Megallon didn’t even manage to steal anything of value. Officers say he could’ve just opened a door that was unlocked from the inside. The attempted break-in took place on the evening of Wednesday, March 26.

Dealerships 103

Dealerships Management 103

Best Selling Cars Blog

MARCH 18, 2025

Kia (-10.8%) and Hyundai (-3.7%) lose market share year-on-year whereas BMW (+3.9%) manages a positive result at #7. Model-wise, the Toyota Corolla (-34.1%) is in total freefall but still manages to rank #1 with 3.8% Toyota (-18.8%) and Skoda (-20%) sink but hold onto the top two spots in the brands ranking with 17.8%

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Management Marketing Sales 133

Motor Trader

MARCH 20, 2025

Advances in digital tools, artificial intelligence (AI), and automation allow dealers to modernise workflows, reduce transaction friction, and optimise inventory management. Automated customer relationship management (CRM) systems can streamline sales processes, enhancing lead conversion rates while reducing administrative overhead.

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Retail Banking Finance Technology 98

AutoSuccessOnline

DECEMBER 12, 2024

If you do the math, the expense of inefficient title management quickly multiplies into significant financial losses. Digital Titles: The Algebra of Efficiency Digitizing title management slashes processing times from weeks to days or even hours. Whats the sum of it?

Dealerships 98

Dealerships Management Sales Marketing 98

Motor Trader

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Chris Clark, group managing director of John Clark Motor Group, said: This project represents a significant investment for our group, reflecting the strong performance of the SEAT, Skoda, and Cupra brands in recent years. The site has a 25-service bay workshop with dedicated MOT and express-fit tyre bays and 79 parking spaces.

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Retail Dealerships Networking Management 112

Carscoops

JANUARY 18, 2025

Chevrolet managed to come in second, and Ram still hasn’t managed the feat. Here’s what we’re hearing, why this move might make sense, and what we’re losing out on in the process. Ram Rev: A Truck That Never Was Ford was the first of the big three to the market with an electric truck.

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Technology Deal Management Marketing 111

Call Revu

JANUARY 13, 2025

Forbes explains that In the ongoing era of digital transformation, harnessing the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) can revolutionize talent management and employee development. AI supports the creation of a culture of continuous learning by providing tools and platforms that encourage ongoing education and skill development.

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Dealerships Technology Management Development 97

Carscoops

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

The RAV has been snapping at the F-150’s heels for several years, but it’s never managed to topple it before. What makes the RAV4 ’s achievement all the more impressive is that the SUV managed it in its twilight years. The current RAV debuted in 2018 and Toyota is expected to unveil an all-new model this summer.

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Sales Management Buyer Automotive 131

Carscoops

APRIL 21, 2025

There’s even a small “EM Waste Management” sign, which might suggest this Cybertruck is moonlighting as a work vehicle for a waste management company. It’s the kind of detail that adds an extra layer of humor to an already absurd concept.

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Management Customer 99

Best Selling Cars Blog

MARCH 16, 2025

share, but still manages to improve on last month at 7.7% Hyundai (+247.8%) shoots up five spots on last month to #2 with 12.5% share, its highest since last July. Nissan (-68%) implodes on extraordinary year-ago results when it held a record 20.6% of the market vs. 6.6% in January.

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Marketing Management Sales 243

Best Selling Cars Blog

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

last year, while the Toyota RAV4 manages a 4.2% Model-wise, the Kia Sportage triumphs at 9.9% share vs. 3.7% over the Full Year 2024, selling more than double any other vehicle in market. The Tesla Model Y follows at #2 with 4.4% share vs. 4.2% share vs. 3.6%

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Manufacturing Sales Management Marketing 178

Dealer World

APRIL 29, 2025

Auto dealers face new, unprecedented challenges that demand a strategic approach to wealth-building and F&I portfolio management. Risk Management & Customer Communications Another important component of the wealth-building strategy is risk management.

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Supply Chain Term Management Manufacturing 75

Carscoops

APRIL 14, 2025

50 manages more than 19.5 Top Gear managed 20.3 That promise extends to practical concerns too, including servicing costs, fuel economy, and even storage. While fuel efficiency might not top the list of priorities for most supercar owners, the T.50 miles per gallon. And that’s not a marketing estimate. 50 achieved 25 mpg.

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Bump Management Automotive Marketing 103

AutoSuccessOnline

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

One of my favorite parts about how dealers should be using AI is knowing that there is an opportunity for a manager to hop in and either barge in on a phone call, integrate into a phone call or follow up with a customer afterwards,” he claims. Not a week later, not a month later, but moments after or during a call.

Dealerships 97

Dealerships Technology Retail Customer 97

AutoSuccessOnline

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Managers, if you’re serious about gross, ensure this happens every single time. Managers, if you want to ensure the deal is sealed, get involved. Take the initiative to look at their trade-in vehicle before your professional appraiser does. If you want to maximize gross, this step is non-negotiable. Lastly, focus on volume.

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Deal Marketing Customer Management 98

Carscoops

JANUARY 7, 2025

That appears to be the extent of the styling tweaks, but Ram noted customers will be able to get the RamBox cargo management system. There are also several new options including drowsy driver detection, traffic sign recognition, and active lane management. They’re joined by new wheels and updated taillights.

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Cargo Management Dealerships Customer 105

Motor Authority

FEBRUARY 23, 2025

The EQE, which arrived only two years ago, has struggled to gain traction, managing just 11,660 sales in the U.S. Mercedes-Benz last week confirmed plans for an electric E-Class arriving in 2027, possibly as a replacement for the EQE, the automaker's current electric midsize sedan.

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Management Sales 239

AutoSuccessOnline

DECEMBER 27, 2024

Review Your Practices: Evaluate where and how discounts are being applied, and implement caps or manager approvals to rein them in. Use Specific Labor Operation Codes Accurate reporting is essential for successful warranty submissions and helps managers better understand repair trends and sweet spots.

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Repairing Manufacturing MSRP Retail 98

Motor Trader

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Ford Motor Company chair and managing director Lisa Brankin has called on the government to introduce EV buying incentives and faster charging infrastructure rollout. Her call came as the government consultation on EVs concluded with the industry waiting to see the outcomes.

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Consulting Management Term 108

Carscoops

JANUARY 12, 2025

The company managed to spare over 1 million recalled vehicles from the shop thanks to a single OTA update, leaving 3.77 To put this into perspective, Tesla managed to keep 99.2% Tesla’s use of OTA technology has allowed the company to manage massive recall totals while sparing its customers the headache of dealership visits.

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Repairing Dealerships Management Customer 111