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Editor’s Note: This article was originally published in the September/October edition of Dealer magazine I’m retiring at the end of the year, so this will be my last Dealer article. I’ve only had one job with one company since June 1982 when I

Election years always come with some uncertainty, but for the automotive industry, they also bring unique opportunities. As I’ve discussed with our Industry Insights team at Cox Automotive, we’re seeing several trends emerge from the latest Kelle

Editor’s Note: This article was originally published in the November/December edition of Dealer magazine The Dealer interview for this issue is with Hansel Auto Group and industry veteran David Long. With four decades of experience in the auto

Wholesale used-vehicle prices were up 1.6 percent for the 15 days of November, according to data from the Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index. The mid-month index sat increased to 206.1, rising 0.5 percent from the full month of November 2023. The non-a

The automotive retail landscape has undergone significant change in recent years, with dealerships facing new challenges with their inventory acquisition strategies. The traditional methods of sourcing vehicles through trade-ins and wholesale auction

The results of the J.D. Power’s 2024 U.S. Tech Experience Index (TXI) Study found owners offer praise for some advanced vehicle technologies features, others are found to be lackluster. New artificial intelligence (AI)-based technologies, like smar

As the e-commerce landscape evolves, consumers increasingly turn to online platforms to make informed purchasing decisions. This shift has sparked a growing expectation for instant, reliable information accessible when needed. Research supports this

Don Franklin Adds Ford Dealership in Kentucky The Don Franklin Automotive Group has acquired Knox Ford in Radcliff, KY.  The dealership was sold after owner Gary Haupt decided to simplify his portfolio and focus on his larger Ford dealership in the

Dealerships today face an ever-increasing challenge to maximize their marketing efforts and drive sales. While the industry has long focused on lead generation as a primary metric for success, savvy dealers are beginning to recognize that not all lea