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The dealer hacking ChatGPT—The prompt strategy that doubled close rates

Podcast Recaps

Aug 6, 2025

The dealer hacking ChatGPT—The prompt strategy that doubled close rates

Mercedes dealer boosts service conversions by 20% using connected car data

Dealer Strategies

Aug 5, 2025

Mercedes dealer boosts service conversions by 20% using connected car data

This dealership hit 100% service absorption by turning every visit into a five-star experience

Dealer Strategies

Aug 5, 2025

This dealership hit 100% service absorption by turning every visit into a five-star experience

As tariffs bite, Canada’s path to a U.S. trade deal remains uncertain

Daily News

Aug 5, 2025

As tariffs bite, Canada’s path to a U.S. trade deal remains uncertain

Rivian sues Ohio over ban on direct car sales

Daily News

Aug 5, 2025

Rivian sues Ohio over ban on direct car sales

Auto insurance premiums are weighing on consumers—but prepared dealers are responding with solutions

Market Pulse

Aug 5, 2025

Auto insurance premiums are weighing on consumers—but prepared dealers are responding with solutions

Amazon Autos is now selling used cars online

Daily News

Aug 4, 2025

Amazon Autos is now selling used cars online

How top dealership general managers are redefining leadership in auto retail

Daily News

Aug 4, 2025

How top dealership general managers are redefining leadership in auto retail

BMW Chief says tariff concerns are ‘exaggerated’

Daily News

Aug 4, 2025

BMW Chief says tariff concerns are ‘exaggerated’

Jury says Tesla must pay portion of $329 million suit for fatal accident

Daily News

Aug 4, 2025

Jury says Tesla must pay portion of $329 million suit for fatal accident

Jaguar Land Rover boss announces plans to resign

Daily News

Aug 4, 2025

Jaguar Land Rover boss announces plans to resign

Ford is recalling over 300K vehicles due to a potential brake defect

Daily News

Aug 4, 2025

Ford is recalling over 300K vehicles due to a potential brake defect

One dealer's high-stakes CRM switch, Safford Brown's virtual F&I edge, Joel Bassam's centralized playbook

The Weekly

Aug 2, 2025

One dealer's high-stakes CRM switch, Safford Brown's virtual F&I edge, Joel Bassam's centralized playbook

Keffer Auto Group’s operator-first strategy leads to 33 GM-owner buyouts

Dealer Strategies

Aug 1, 2025

Keffer Auto Group’s operator-first strategy leads to 33 GM-owner buyouts

U.S. pauses Mexico tariff hike for 90 days

Daily News

Aug 1, 2025

U.S. pauses Mexico tariff hike for 90 days

Stellantis resets North America strategy with new design chief, leaner leadership

Daily News

Aug 1, 2025

Stellantis resets North America strategy with new design chief, leaner leadership

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Podcast Recaps

The dealer hacking ChatGPT—The prompt strategy that doubled close rates

Featuring Josh Clinton, General Manager of Cape Coral CDJR

6 August 2025

Dealer Strategies

Mercedes dealer boosts service conversions by 20% using connected car data

Unlike blind campaigns that hinge on the hope someone might need service, Benzel-Busch’s BDC team knows exactly which customers to target and when. (3 min. read)

Marcus Amick

5 August 2025

Dealer Strategies

This dealership hit 100% service absorption by turning every visit into a five-star experience

Fixed ops Director Chuck Turck is creating experiences so good that customers never consider going elsewhere for service. (4 min. read)

5 August 2025

Daily News

As tariffs bite, Canada’s path to a U.S. trade deal remains uncertain

“When trade flows get disrupted, it’s not just about tariffs, it’s about supply chain headaches, higher costs, and slower production,” said Cox Automotive Executive Analyst Erin Keating. (3 min. read)

Marcus Amick

5 August 2025

Daily News

Rivian sues Ohio over ban on direct car sales

CDG News alert (1 min. read)

5 August 2025

Market Pulse

Auto insurance premiums are weighing on consumers—but prepared dealers are responding with solutions

Go deeper: 5 min. read

Ash Savage

5 August 2025

Daily News

Amazon Autos is now selling used cars online

CDG News alert (1 min. read)

4 August 2025

Daily News

How top dealership general managers are redefining leadership in auto retail

There's a shortage of great general managers in automotive retailing, and it's limiting dealer growth across the country. (4 min. read)

4 August 2025

Daily News

BMW Chief says tariff concerns are ‘exaggerated’

BMW’s plant in Spartanburg, South Carolina (the automaker’s largest manufacturing facility globally) will play a key role in the company’s strategy to navigate the tariffs. (3 min. read)

Marcus Amick

4 August 2025

Daily News

Jury says Tesla must pay portion of $329 million suit for fatal accident

While the payout itself is manageable for Tesla’s balance sheet, this ruling sets a precedent that could have broader safety and regulatory implications. (2 min. read)

Marcus Amick

4 August 2025

Daily News

Jaguar Land Rover boss announces plans to resign

CDG News alert (1 min. read)

4 August 2025

Daily News

Ford is recalling over 300K vehicles due to a potential brake defect

CDG News alert (1 min. read)

4 August 2025

The Weekly

One dealer's high-stakes CRM switch, Safford Brown's virtual F&I edge, Joel Bassam's centralized playbook

Plus, the latest news on auto tariffs

2 August 2025

Dealer Strategies

Keffer Auto Group’s operator-first strategy leads to 33 GM-owner buyouts

“It's not about the brand or the land, it's about the man or the woman,” said CEO Jim Keffer. (3 min. read)

Marcus Amick

1 August 2025

Daily News

U.S. pauses Mexico tariff hike for 90 days

The current tariffs imposed on Mexico include 25% levies on auto imports and some parts, as well as 50% duties on steel, aluminum, and copper. (2 min. read)

Marcus Amick

1 August 2025

Daily News

Stellantis resets North America strategy with new design chief, leaner leadership

Scott Krugger will oversee design direction for Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Ram, reporting directly to CEO Antonio Filosa. (3 min. read)

Ash Savage

1 August 2025