Meet the Metreys, who are father and son deeply involved in automotive compliance There are scores of examples in automotive where the father handed over the family business to a son or they followed the same professional path. Auctions, dealerships, and service centers come to mind. But what about the legal world and ... Listen Here
The Used EV Ecosystem with Plug CEO Jimmy Douglas Plug founder and CEO Jimmy Douglas sat down with Auto Remarketing senior editor Joe Overby at the Auto Intel Summit this month to talk all things used electric vehicles. They discuss the Plug’s product expansion to help dealers navigate EV ... Listen Here
SPONSORED EPISODE: Leveraging F&I providers to manage inventory James Virgoe, who is senior vice president and managing partner of GWC Warranty at APCO Holdings, explained why F&I providers can provide dealers with more than just potential profitability through the finance office. Virgoe highlighted that F&I technology also can ... Listen Here

Retail

Dealer news: NADA urges House to revoke Calif. emissions waivers; Krause Auto Group adds Fla. store

The National Automobile Dealers Association has doubled down on its push against California’s rigid vehicle emissions plan. NADA president and CEO Mike Stanton sent a letter to all members of the U.S. House of Representatives urging them to pass a ... [Read More]

AutoNation Q1 used profitability surged; retailer sees used as tariff cushion

As the retail auto world braces itself for the impact of tariffs on new-car sales, AutoNation sees used-car sales as a potential cushion against that impact, but supply remains a challenge, its executives said on the auto retailer’s first quarter earnings call. Used is an area that is less impacted by tariffs, AutoNation CEO Mike Manley said, so it is an area of ... [Read More]

Wholesale

Lane watch: Tariff impact still sifting through auction world

While President Trump made a pair of proclamations on Tuesday modifying tariffs to reduce “a cumulative effect or ‘stack’” on imported vehicles and parts, Black Book reported earlier in the day about how much previous decisions impacted the wholesale market. ... [Read More]

Black Book adds 3 sales leaders to team

Black Book has added three new sales leaders to its team. Rick Evans has joined the vehicle data and analytics provider as director of captive and lender licensing, and Andrew Ferrara and Brent Fosnaught have come on board as directors ... [Read More]

Dealer Guide: Selecting the Right Auto Logistics Partner

In retail automotive, your transport provider isn’t just moving cars — they’re moving your business forward. Every delayed delivery, damaged...
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Case Management Made Easy: Harnessing the Power of Technology

Lenders are grappling with record-high automotive loan delinquencies, all while navigating budget constraints, staffing shortages and more. To overcome these...
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25-Point Checklist to Maximize Dealer Profitability with AI & Proactive Marketing

Stay ahead in a competitive market with data-driven, predictive, and proactive marketing. This checklist reveals how to optimize customer data,...
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Technology

Dealerware’s fleet management platform to power Nissan rental program

Fleet management platform Dealerware has been selected as the exclusive software provider for the Nissan Rental Car program, the company announced. In a news release, Dealerware said its platform will help the program streamline rental processes, enhance customer experiences and ... [Read More]

indiGOtech closes $54M funding round to develop mobility technology, Smart EVs

Some big names are investing in a company on the GO. indiGOtech — using the trade name GO — has closed a $54 million Series BB funding round that includes investments from FedEx, Foxconn and FM Capital, the company announced. ... [Read More]

Analysis

Expected new-car production cuts already impacting used-car sales & prices

Handwringing in the new-car market is already driving up sales and prices in the retail used-car market, according to analysis around the latest CARFAX Used Car Index, which saw prices increase nationally month-over-month in April for every segment it tracks. ... [Read More]

Tesla tops list of used cars showing price drops against market’s upward trend

Used car prices are rising. For most used cars, anyway. A study by iSeeCars found 20 models that have shown “significant” price decreases over the past 12 months, led by the Tesla Model S. The analysis of the retail prices ... [Read More]

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