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ArticlesApril 19, 2019

DOL Investigations and Employing Minors in Dealership Service Departments

A shortage of qualified lube techs is no reason to ignore the strict — and strictly enforced — Department of Labor rules governing the employment of your youngest workers.

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ArticlesApril 15, 2019

4 Compliance Mistakes Every Dealer Makes Once

Expert lists four surprisingly common — but easily avoidable — errors and omissions dealer principals commit along the road to front-end compliance.

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ArticlesApril 8, 2019

Opinion: Early Identification Improves the Customer Journey

Dealer software expert identifies targeted marketing as a space to watch in 2019 as retailers and finance sources seek out and invest in new ways to engage down-funnel shoppers.

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ArticlesApril 4, 2019

5 Steps to Bring Your Dealer Website Up to Code

Whip your website into shape with this rundown of five mission-critical performance standards and personalization tools every dealer needs to compete on any platform.

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ArticlesMarch 28, 2019

Why VSCs and PPM Work for the Modern Car Buyer

Despite rampant misinformation surrounding F&I products, a survey of U.S. car buyers and lessees proves the need for service contracts and prepaid maintenance is there. You just have to offer them.

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Articlesby Tom HudsonMarch 28, 2019

Disclaiming Warranties? Do It Right!

A Pennsylvania case proves the dealer’s choice of words can make or break a consumer’s claim resulting from the mechanical failure of a vehicle sold ‘as is.’

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ArticlesMarch 18, 2019

Here’s a Little Tough Love for F&I

Are you tired of the way sales delivers deals? Stop complaining, step up, and attack the problem with training that will raise the bar for the entire front end.

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ArticlesFebruary 25, 2019

You Have 8 Seconds to Impress Me

Dwindling consumer attention spans have compelled many retailers to make their marketing messages faster and louder. Smart dealers use their first eight seconds to make a lasting impression.

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ArticlesFebruary 19, 2019

F&I Creates Moments Worth Sharing

Top F&I producer sees working in the box as a long-term investment that pays off every time a customer realizes their coverage will perform just as you said it would.

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Articlesby Lloyd TrushelFebruary 14, 2019

Is the Art of F&I Dead?

Every dealer believes they are dedicated to finance, but too many are complicit in an ongoing effort to eliminate the F&I middleman and let sales and desk managers cut deals on the bank’s terms.

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