One of the auto industry’s most respected analysts is joining Haig Partners. The dealership buy-sell advisory firm announced it has added longtime Bank of America analyst John Murphy as its managing director of strategic advisory. “John Murphy’s arrival marks a transformative moment for Haig Partners,” president and founder Alan Haig said. “His renowned analytical rigor, […] [Read More]

Second-generation dealer Krystal Roberts has been named the winner of the 2025 Ally Sees Her Award. The Ally Sees Her Award, presented by Ally Financial and the National Association of Minority Automobile Dealers, recognizes significant achievements of women of color in automotive retail spaces and their work in their communities. “This award reflects more than […] [Read More]

Costco Auto Program has launched a limited-time incentive on Volvo certified pre-owned vehicles, aimed at addressing high used-vehicle prices and tight inventory, the company announced. Through Oct. 31, the Costco Auto Program is offering an exclusive incentive of $1,000 for Gold Star and Business members, or $1,250 for Executive members on the purchase of select […] [Read More]

Consumer-to-dealer automotive marketplace inride announced the launch of Trade Agent AI, an agentic artificial intelligence platform designed to help car dealerships find “hidden trade-in and purchase opportunities” directly from their customer database. The company said it’s the first fully autonomous AI agent to proactively text values and schedule appointments with vehicle owners without human involvement. […] [Read More]

A Tennessee dealership made a donation aimed at developing safer drivers. City Auto Mitsubishi in Murfreeesboro joined with Mitsubishi Motors North America in handing the keys to two new Mitsubishi SUVs — a 2024 Outlander Sport and a 2024 Eclipse Cross — to Rutherford County Schools to be used for the in-school driver-training program. The […] [Read More]

The Dave Cantin Group has netted a rising young tennis pro for its sports ambassador program. The dealership advisory firm is sponsoring Ethan Quinn, who joins PGA Tour golfer Quade Cummins, DCG’s first athlete ambassador. Quinn, 21, won the 2023 NCAA Division I men’s singles championship for Georgia and turned professional later that year. The […] [Read More]

For the 12th year, Chicagoland’s new-car dealers saluted the military with a month-long event that raised more than $70,000 for programs to support local service members and their families. The Chicago Automobile Trade Association’s 12th annual Drive for the Troops in partnership with the USO included more than 80 area dealerships hosting community-focused fundraising events […] [Read More]

CarMax is shifting gears with its brand. The national used-car retailer has introduced a new tagline — “Wanna Drive?”— moving on from the familiar “The way car buying should be,” which it has used for more than 20 years. In a news release, the company said the new tagline “brings the omnichannel experience to life” […] [Read More]

Zeigler Auto Group’s top service department staff were treated to a unique experience: the chance to race against a NASCAR driver. The dealership group honored the service technicians and service advisors selected for its 2024 President’s Circle with a celebration featuring NASCAR Cup Series racer Carson Hocevar. The event, hosted by Zeigler Auto Group president […] [Read More]

A startup seeking to help dealers source inventory from private sellers is swinging for the fences, stepping up to the plate with a lineup of Cox Automotive veterans that includes one of the biggest names in the auto industry. The heaviest hitter is Chip Perry, founding president and CEO of Autotrader and former CEO of […] [Read More]