News Archive
AutoRemarketing.com: Page Views, Unique Visitors Show Double-Digit Growth
-- July 08, 2008
CARY, N.C. — AutoRemarketing.com's team discovered this week that unique visitors to the site jumped 16.3 percent while page views climbed 20.67 percent from ...
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OPENLANE Appoints Two Vice Presidents
-- July 08, 2008
MENLO PARK, Calif. — OPENLANE rounded out its executive team this week, naming two new vice presidents. Taking on the role as ... [ Full Story ]
How Can Dealers Adapt to Sudden Value Variance?
-- July 08, 2008
CHICAGO — Most everyone realizes the negative effect that volatility in fuel costs can have on sales for certain segments, but how do these fluctuations in gas prices impact vehicle values on a daily basis? ... [ Full Story ]
More Time Offered to Sign Up for Inventory Seminar
-- July 08, 2008
DEERFIELD BEACH, Fla. — The organizers of the Move Your Inventory interactive seminar announced that the deadline to register for the workshop has been extended to ... [ Full Story ]
CarTatts Aims to Rock the Vote
-- July 08, 2008
ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J. — For dealers interested in promoting the civic duty of voting during this presidential election year, CarTatts announced it has designed a series of Rock the Vote ... [ Full Story ]
Which Vehicle Generates the Most Leads for Dealers?
-- July 07, 2008
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — As a reflection of ongoing purchasing habits in the new-vehicle market, AutoUSA has reported a tremendous upswing in consumer leads for ... [ Full Story ]
Carfax, CarTango.com Align to Better Reach Female Shoppers
-- July 07, 2008
MANHEIM, Pa. — Carfax recently announced it has partnered with CarTango.com, an online auto community for women, to include its ... [ Full Story ]
Wheels Improves Expense Tool with Enhanced Fuel-Cost Analysis
-- July 07, 2008
DES PLAINES, Ill. — Wheels recently enhanced its Experience Variance tool with a new feature designed to provide fleets with fuel-cost analysis, essentially helping them to ... [ Full Story ]
KISS Auto Auction Set for Introduction
-- July 07, 2008
DETROIT — KISS Auto Auction, an online auction specifically tailored for dealerships in Michigan, is slated to make its launch today following months of testing and preparation. The auction, whose moniker stands for ... [ Full Story ]
Donlen Receives Workplace Recognition
-- July 07, 2008
NORTHBROOK, Ill. — Donlen Corp. recently announced that it has been honored for the second year in a row by the National Association of Business Resources as ... [ Full Story ]
Can TV-Related Web Searches Prove Strong Advertising Avenue?
-- July 07, 2008
WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif. — With the current sales dampening in the auto industry, it becomes paramount for automakers to find innovative ways to reach potential buyers. According to a recent study from J.D. Power and Associates, the industry may be best served by tapping into ... [ Full Story ]
AIADA's Dealer Member Sales Up Over Last June
-- July 07, 2008
ALEXANDRIA, Va. — Thanks to import brands' focus on improving fuel economy and advancing technology, the American International Automobile Dealers Association reported strong sales ... [ Full Story ]
PHH Arval Introduces Gas Giveaway Program at Auctions
-- July 07, 2008
SPARKS, Md. — PHH Arval's used-vehicle remarketing department recently launched an incentive program which can help buyers at its auction sales save money on fuel. The "Tanks a Lot!" program, which started July 1, gives away ... [ Full Story ]
Cars.com Reveals American-Made Index Results
-- July 07, 2008
CHICAGO — In the spirit of the Fourth of July celebrations this past weekend, Cars.com released its semi-annual American-Made Index, which highlights the vehicles deemed ... [ Full Story ]
Which Convertibles are the Best Buys?
-- July 07, 2008
IRVINE, Calif. — IntelliChoice.com recently conducted an ownership cost analysis to determine which convertibles offer the best overall value, fuel economy, retained value and insurance costs. Topping the list in terms of lowest overall five-year ownership costs was ... [ Full Story ]
Ontario ADA Announces Conference Dates, Lineup
-- July 04, 2008
MARKHAM, Ontario — The Ontario Automobile Dealers Association has released the details of its Annual General Meeting, Conference and Golf event, which will be held ... [ Full Story ]
Why Mexico Might Pass Canada in Auto Production
-- July 04, 2008
RICHMOND HILL, Ontario — If recent projections from DesRosiers Automotive Consultants come to fruition, Mexico will surpass Canada in vehicle production for 2008. Though this may come as a shock to many, company president Dennis DesRosiers emphasized that Canadians ... [ Full Story ]
BCAA: Manufacturers Step Up Emission-Reduction Programs
-- July 04, 2008
BURNABY, British Columbia — Over the last decade, automakers in Canada have made concerted efforts to reduce vehicle air pollutants, and those initiatives have ... [ Full Story ]
Dealix, Microsoft Partner
-- July 02, 2008
REDWOOD CITY, Calif. — Dealix Corp. and Microsoft have formed an agreement that will make Dealix the lead fulfillment provider for MSN Autos. Essentially ... [ Full Story ]
Copart Expands with Opening of New Facility
-- July 02, 2008
FAIRFIELD, Calif. — Copart continues to extend its reach as the company announced Wednesday that it has added another facility in ... [ Full Story ]