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The used car market in 2026 is being reshaped by a buyer most dealerships aren’t built to serve: the first-time purchaser. Tariff driven new vehicle prices, tighter household budgets, and a generation that research everything before walking onto a

Launch of Virtual Fleet Manager: Vehicle Management Systems (VMS) has introduced the Virtual Fleet Manager, an AI-driven platform designed to automate fleet maintenance. AI-First Technology: The platform leverages advanced AI technology to streamlin

In the high-pressure environment of an auto dealership, the goal is simple: get the customer into the right car and get the deal funded as quickly as possible. However, a “dirty” deal jacket—one containing manipulated or fabricated docu

Registration for Digital Dealer Conference and Expo 2026 is officially open! This year the event will be moving to the heart of the American automotive industry, Detroit. Digital Dealer is the only conference and expo built specifically for automotiv

Contest recognizes technicians for high-quality inspection videos that drive repair approvals and customer confidence

At almost any other time, franchised auto dealers would greet tens of thousands of low-mileage lease returns streaming onto their lots as a welcome windfall. But the wave approaching in 2026 is unlike anything the industry has seen before, and the ri

Texting has become one of the most powerful tools in a dealership’s communication stack. It’s one of the fastest ways to reach customers, yet it’s also easy to misuse, and it only produces results when treated as communication first, marketing

Rising Auto Lending Fraud Costs: Auto lending fraud exposure has surged to an estimated $10.4 billion, highlighting the urgent need for robust fraud prevention strategies in the financial sector. Key Fraud Types Identified: Synthetic identity fraud,

Eich Mazda & Eich Volkswagen in Saint Cloud, Minnesota Sold to David Luther