Along with recall details on its Odyssey and Pilot, Honda revealed several changes in its U.S. executive ranks on Wednesday, moves the OEM insisted are designed to strengthen its North American regional operations to further speed decision-making and increase efficiency and competitiveness within the region. [Read More]

Habitat for Humanity Detroit has gotten the ball rolling on a $25 million city revitalization project thanks in large part to the generosity of a Big 3 chief executive. Donating a $1 million personal gift to the “Leaders to ReBuild Detroit” initiative was the top boss of General Motors, Dan Akerson. The aim of the three-year […] [Read More]

With current chief technology officer Tom Stephens set to retire on April 1, General Motors announced Wednesday who will be filling his shoes. Appointed to serve as the new vice president and CTO is Jon Lauckner, currently the president of GM Ventures. Beginning April 1, Lauckner will take on his new post while also holding […] [Read More]

NADA University recently announced it has gained two new partners. Joining the organization in its efforts to help dealers operate at the top of their game are The Greater Louisville Automobile Dealers Association (GLADA) and New Hampshire Automobile Dealers Association (NHADA). They both have initiated all-encompassing new partnerships with NADA University to provide their members […] [Read More]

Nissan North America revealed Monday it has chosen a new marketing director to “enhance” its brand power, among other responsibilities. Tapped for the position is Vinay Shahani, whose full title will be director of marketing communications and media for Nissan North America. The change is effective April 1. In his new role, the company noted […] [Read More]

BSCAmerica has rolled out a new website that officials contend makes it easier for dealers to find the used vehicles they need to fill their lots. The new site provides information on all the company’s services but primarily focuses on BSC’s offerings in the auction market. As most know, BSCAmerica is the parent company of […] [Read More]

Along with a separate alliance with Open Dealer Exchange, CUDL, administrators of one of the nation’s largest auto lending network for credit unions, recently announced a new initiative with Manheim’s OVE.com and GE Capital Fleet Services. As a result of the new initiative, officials highlighted CUDL, OVE.com and GE Capital Fleet Services will cooperate to […] [Read More]

On Tuesday, Dealer Services Corp., of Indiana promoted one of its executives to the newly created position of vice president of customer service.   Taking on the role is Randy Dohse, who previously held the position of regional director. The company indicated Dohse will be responsible for all customer service functions including dealer services, auction […] [Read More]

Infiniti leadership had one message for its franchised dealers when they gathered for the brand’s national retailer meeting earlier this month in Phoenix. Without hesitation, brand officials declared, “there is no better time to be an Infiniti retailer.” Part of the reason for Infiniti’s optimism is the brand’s new CUV — the Infiniti JX. Officials […] [Read More]

The son of a millwright, Michigan native Eric Swanson’s family background in the car business is strong. Following the footsteps of his father and both of his grandfathers, Swanson now heads up the certified pre-owned program for Chrysler. As part of an Auto Remarketing Special Profile Series, Swanson shared more about his days growing up […] [Read More]