Trends and Statistics
J.D. Power: Satisfaction with Service Departments Climbs -- July 17, 2008
WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif. — In a soft retail environment, a strong service department can be very important for a dealer. And thanks to stores that have focused on meeting the needs of their service customers, overall consumer satisfaction with dealership service departments has ... [ Full Story ]
Five Most Read Stories on AutoRemarketing.com -- July 17, 2008
CARY, N.C. — We are continuing our trend of identifying the top five stories each week. What stories did thousands of readers gravitate toward this week? ...
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JM&A Group Leader Receives Stevie Award -- July 16, 2008
DEERFIELD BEACH, Fla. — JM&A Group senior trainer Bo Lane has recently been honored with a premier industry award recognizing his service in the auto sector. At the 2008 American Business Awards, Lane was chosen from among 14 finalists to receive the ... [ Full Story ]
How Could a Gas Price Rise Affect Purchasing Behavior? -- July 16, 2008
SANTA MONICA, Calif. — Based on data collected by Edmunds.com on the lifestyle changes people are making due to high fuel costs, more than half of consumers will be in the market for ... [ Full Story ]
Sonic Forced to Revise Expectations -- July 15, 2008
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Reflecting widespread challenges throughout the auto industry, Sonic Automotive announced Monday that it has downgraded its projected earnings' target for 2008. In a move that is indicative of the struggles all across ... [ Full Story ]
J.D. Power: Consumers Show Desire for More Powertrain Options -- July 15, 2008
WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif. — Although many automakers have changed their focus to production of smaller vehicles in response to the fuel crisis, a recent study from J.D. Power and Associates suggested that an overwhelming majority of consumers don't believe ... [ Full Story ]