Online resource for female car shoppers AskPatty.com Inc. recently launched a bureau that is designed to give decision-makers in the automotive industry insight into how to effectively market and sell to women car buyers as well as how to attract and retain female employees. The Women’s Automotive Speakers Bureau represents a variety of speakers, whose […] [Read More]

Asbury Automotive Group has announced the expansion of its presence in the Atlanta market with the acquisition of two stores, a move the company says is a “first step” in executing its plan to broaden its dealership network.  Also, the company has updated its soon-to-expire stock repurchase program. Acquired by Asbury are a Volkswagen and […] [Read More]

The American International Automobile Dealers Alliance is inviting dealers to gather for its 43rd Annual Meeting and Luncheon. During the event, various speakers will discuss how “the economy is driven by the international nameplate auto industry and what dealers can do to maintain their edge,” officials shared.    The event is scheduled for Feb. 11 […] [Read More]

In an effort to promote the donation of used cars to charity, Carfax announced this week that it will help maintain the history of donated autos for the future of the vehicle.   Carfax said for vehicles donated to the National Kidney Foundation’s Kidney Cars program, it will add a record to the Carfax Vehicle […] [Read More]

Canadian new-vehicle sales last month marked the second-best November on record, and it seems dealers may be seeing more customers interested in highline units on their lots. According to DesRosiers Automotive Consultants, one of the fastest growing segments going forward will be the luxury category. [Read More]

The Ontario Motor Vehicle Industry Council revealed a potential scam that may be of particular interest to dealers who secure used inventory through private party sales or regularly visit third-party sites such as AutoTrader.com. The OMVIC was alerted by the Oklahoma Used Motor Vehicle and Parts Commission (UMVCP) of a potential online scam specifically targeting […] [Read More]

When the combined Ford, Lincoln and Mercury certified pre-owned sales figures are tallied for full-year 2012, the final count is expected to be the second-highest total ever for the automaker, according to national CPO sales manager Todd Fites. What’s more, the Lincoln brand — in just 11 months — has already achieved its strongest CPO […] [Read More]

The Federal Trade Commission is considering changing the Used Car Buyers Guide and is turning to the general public for input. The Buyers Guide is required under the Used Car Rule, which goes by the formal name of the Used Motor Vehicle Trade Regulation Rule. Under this rule — which has been effective since 1985 […] [Read More]

Are Toyota’s most recent recalls affecting consumers’ interest in the nameplate's vehicles? According to data from Jumpstart Automotive Group, it appears that customers are remaining loyal despite two recalls that covered 10.2 million vehicles across the globe. [Read More]

Two hundred bicycles offer lots of opportunities to smile this holiday season, as Reynolds and Reynolds continues its tradition of donating bikes to military families. Reynolds associates in Dayton, Ohio and Houston, along with their families, gathered on Saturday to build more than 200 bicycles to be given as Christmas gifts to area military families, […] [Read More]