Tire distributor and service provider Dealer Tire is teaming with auto sales and service training platform RockED to develop and launch a new tire sales certification program for parts and service associates at select dealerships, combining Dealer Tire’s expertise in tire distribution and services with RockED’s micro-learning and gamified training systems. In a news release, […] [Read More]

There’s change at the top at RPM. The automotive logistics provider announced Barry Spilman, the company’s founder and CEO, will transition from that role to serve on board of directors. Under his direction, the company has grown from a startup in 2012 to a consistent top 50 freight brokerage and top 100 logistics provider, RPM […] [Read More]

We continue our episodes of the Auto Remarketing Podcast originating from Used Car Week 2024 in Scottsdale, Ariz., with a Speed Session featuring Lucky Lopez, who is director of sales with Loanbridge. Lopez, a former dealer who has built a significant social media following, including nearly 30 million views of his industry videos on YouTube, […] [Read More]

Black Book noticed two of the most important trends in the wholesale market made notable moves during the first full week of the year. Analysts said last week’s auction conversion rate rose to 60%, while wholesale values dropped by 0.81%, resulting in the largest single-week overall price decline since mid-December 2023. “Auction activity was robust […] [Read More]

In the dynamic landscape of automotive marketing, a new trend is emerging that could reshape how brands engage with consumers: blockchain technology. This approach leverages the inherent capabilities of blockchain for cost-effective, direct, and highly traceable marketing strategies. Understanding blockchain in marketing Blockchain isn’t just the foundation of cryptocurrencies; it’s a ledger of transactions that […] [Read More]

We continue our episodes of the Auto Remarketing Podcast originating from Used Car Week 2024 in Scottsdale, Ariz., is a Speed Session featuring Pete MacInnis, who is CEO of eLEND Solutions. MacInnis again took a forward-thinking approach when discussing the auto-finance industry, sharing anecdotes from clients and other industry conversations about how dealerships and finance […] [Read More]

One of the keynote sessions at next week’s Vehicle Finance Conference hosted by the American Financial Services is focused on how auto finance companies are now exploring innovative ways to harness advanced artificial intelligence capabilities to enhance operational efficiency, customer service, and talent development. And it appears to be a needed strategy path if findings […] [Read More]

Cox Automotive hit a longevity milestone with one of its resources for dealerships. On Tuesday, the industry giant released its annual Dealertrack Compliance Guide for 2025, its 20th edition. As the automotive industry remains stable yet faces major market shifts in the coming year related to fair financing, vehicle electrification and omnichannel buying, Cox Automotive […] [Read More]

Jeremy Beck has embarked on another segment of his professional journey in automotive. Beck, whose career includes time with the National Independent Automobile Dealers Association, APCO Holdings, GWC Warranty and Ally Financial, now is vice president of sales strategy for Agora Data, a fintech company specializing in delivering technology, capital, and analytics for the subprime […] [Read More]

With affordability continuing to loom as a major factor in auto retail, insurance costs have emerged as a key factor in auto sales. And according to the latest data from embedded automotive insurance marketplace Polly, the younger the car buyer the more important it is to take care of insurance at the dealership. Polly’s 2025 […] [Read More]