As the automotive dealership industry has long relied on human intuition and historical sales data to guide inventory management decisions, dealers continue to face a constant balancing act: having the right mix of vehicles to meet customer demand without overstocking models that might sit unsold for months. Traditionally, dealers have relied on experience, gut instincts, […] [Read More]

Technology has become an indispensable part of the auto industry, and its scope continues to grow with the rise of artificial intelligence and other innovations. But with that growth comes the growth of cybersecurity threats. Automotive cybersecurity firm VicOne explored those threats, along with trends, predictions and recommendations, in Shifting Gears: VicOne 2025 Automotive Cybersecurity […] [Read More]

Advanced technologies are revolutionizing the auto transport industry, particularly for drivers. Artificial intelligence and machine learning are now predicting vehicle maintenance needs, optimizing route planning, and streamlining vehicle pickups and deliveries. IoT (Internet of Things) devices, GPS systems, and sensors are creating interconnected networks that provide real-time tracking and actionable insights. Meanwhile, software platforms are […] [Read More]

When a sales lead comes to a dealership, what happens? According to the latest study from sales intelligence software provider Foureyes, almost half the time it’s mishandled. The company’s seventh annual Automotive Dealer Industry Benchmarks Report found 43.2% of sales leads were “mishandled” — a term Foureyes used to include missed calls, leads that didn’t […] [Read More]

When it comes to reliability, the biggest names in the auto industry are Toyota and Honda. According to a new study by EpicVIN, that reputation is well deserved. The vehicle history report provider said it analyzed millions of vehicle records from auctions, service reports and ownership histories to find the most cost-effective cars to maintain. […] [Read More]

Ivan Drury had to laugh a little when, during a discussion of President Trump’s on-again-off-again-back-on-again tariff policies, a questioner admitted his confusion, saying, “I’m just trying to piece this together, to be honest with you.” “As is everyone else,” replied Drury, Edmunds’ director of insights. “Don’t worry, you’re not alone. That goes all the way […] [Read More]

A year after reaching a record high, U.S. vehicle thefts hit another historic mark — for the largest annual decrease in 40 years. Data compiled by the National Insurance Crime Bureau showed auto theft plummeted in 2024, dropping 17% year-over-year to 850,708 vehicles from the all-time high of 1,020,729 in 2023. That marks the end […] [Read More]

Cox Automotive estimated February used-car sales made “the largest jump seen in recent years.” And the used-vehicle sales index segment of Cox Automotive’s Q1 2025 Dealer Sentiment Index (CADSI) improved for the fifth straight quarter. But participating franchised and independent dealers still see two important factors holding back their operations. According to the CADSI, they […] [Read More]

A Danish company is bringing its payment technology for electric vehicle charging to America, with help from J.P. Morgan. The financial services firm said Monta an EV charging platform based in Denmark, is expanding to the U.S., aiming to strengthen the payment experience for EV network operators and turnkey providers, a system powered by J.P. […] [Read More]

I think there is some truth to the old saying that if you are around long enough, everything comes full circle. As consumers are under more and more financial strain — record subprime delinquencies, escalating household debt and diminished consumer savings — and the uncertainties of on-again, off-again vehicle tariffs along with continuing higher prices […] [Read More]