It’s 2024, and the turmoil that surrounded the National Independent Automobile Dealers Association in 2021-22 is gone, if not forgotten. “The past is a cancer,” said Wendy Rinehart, executive director of the NIADA-affiliated Ohio IADA. “We beat the cancer.” The focus now for NIADA, its state affiliates, its members and the independent dealer community at large — which includes the vendors that serve it — is unwaveringly forward. And that has its leaders, members and industry partners excited about ... [Read More]

Relying on luck? Then move to Vegas. March is the month of Saint Patrick’s Day and the luck of the Irish — so let’s talk about luck. Never underestimate the power and gift of luck, but remember: It’s a bonus, not a plan. In fact, most people you might consider to be lucky, in most […] [Read More]

Next up on our series of episodes from NADA Show 2024, Erin Kerrigan, who is co-founder and managing director of Kerrigan Advisors, connects with Cherokee Media Group’s Joe Overby during the J.D. Power Auto Summit in Las Vegas. They discuss dealership buy-sell activity, dealer groups diversifying their lines of business, the state of used-car standalone […] [Read More]

Tech-enabled mobile car care company Yoshi Mobility bolstered its operations along the West Coast by acquiring Mobile Auto Concepts Inc., the companies announced. The San Francisco-based mobile automotive services company, which specializes in tire care and replacement, preventative maintenance, multipoint inspections, eco-friendly washes and more, operates in major western markets, including San Francisco-San Jose-Oakland, Sacramento, […] [Read More]

Holman has closed its acquisition of North Carolina-based Leith Automotive Group, a deal Holman said nearly doubles its automotive retail business. The companies announced an agreement for the transaction in January. The purchase, which Holman said is the largest in the company’s 100-year history, includes 13 new-car franchises and an auction center — the first […] [Read More]

In an era where digital transformation is not just an advantage but a necessity, automotive dealerships stand at the precipice of a new dawn. Artificial intelligence is leading this charge, offering innovative solutions that promise to redefine how dealerships engage with their customers, manage their inventories, and streamline their operations. This spotlight delves into the […] [Read More]

Leading Montreal luxury auto dealership John Scotti Automotive is celebrating its 50th anniversary. Founder John Scotti is well-known in the community as an entrepreneur and leader in the auto industry, according to a news release. By age 16, Scotti already had obtained his class 1 mechanic certification, making him the youngest person to obtain this […] [Read More]

Hyundai Auto Canada recently announced a partnership with the Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL), after recently being named one of the 2024 Best Workplaces for Women by Great Places to Work. The multi-year Canadian partnership with the league includes naming Hyundai as the first-ever Official Vehicle of the PWHL. The partnership also names Hyundai Canada […] [Read More]

Credit automation is old hat in auto finance. Organizations have long used tools to automate credit processing and spare themselves thousands of personnel hours annually that would otherwise be devoted to the process. But when it comes to funding, automation is often absent or severely limited. The status quo for approving and funding contracts is […] [Read More]

How’s tax season going at your buy-here, pay-here operation? According to the latest update from the Internal Revenue Service, consumers are getting an average refund amount that’s 5.8% higher than last year. The IRS reported that through March 8, the agency had processed 61,877,000 returns, distributing $135.281 billion in refunds. That amount is 7.4% lower […] [Read More]