During Wednesday’s action at the National Independent Automobile Dealers Association Convention and Expo in Las Vegas, eBay Motors manager of dealer training Clayton Stanfield was on hand during the Internet and Social Media Solutions Lab session to lend his expertise about a new program designed to help independents best utilize eBay motors. The lab session […] [Read More]

Manheim and the National Independent Automobile Dealers Association recognized a dealership for its generous charitable outreach Wednesday in Las Vegas at the NIADA Convention and Expo. The inaugural Dealer’s Edge National Community Service Award was given to Chacon Autos Ltd., a family of dealerships in Texas. The other four finalists for the award — each […] [Read More]

While 760 stores closed up shop last year, dealers were 40-percent more profitable than they were in 2009 and have begun this year with similar progress, according to the National Automobile Dealers Association’s recent reports regarding the health of franchised dealers. [Read More]

With the season to drive a convertible now in full swing, TrueCar.com discovered automakers are discounting these models through rebates and other incentives by as much as 12 percent. “More manufacturers than ever before are offering vehicles with a convertible option for consumers to choose from,” noted Jesse Toprak, vice president of industry trends and […] [Read More]

MetroGistics and Dealerslink have joined forces in an effort to further streamline quotes and ordering processes and provide dealer members with more efficient ways to meet their auto-transport needs, according to company officials.  As a result of the partnership announced Wednesday, MetroGistics’ Web-based logistics quoting, ordering and load-tracking functions will be integrated into the Dealerslink […] [Read More]

With high used-vehicle prices and supply shortages making it difficult for independent dealers to find the right units to grab for their lots, Manheim’s Wholesale Institute recently offered 10 tips to increase efficiency during the buying and selling process. In an effort to help dealers gain a competitive edge in a difficult market, The Wholesale […] [Read More]

Dealership chat provider Contact At Once has brought in two additional partners to its network. Signing on are ResponseLogix and DealerCentric. As most likely know, the dealer chat network features such partners as third-party listing sites, OEM websites, partner websites and applications, as well as dealership sites. Its tools allow dealers to respond to consumer […] [Read More]

On Wednesday, Insure.com handed out its Low Cost Car Insurance Awards to recognize automakers rolling out 2011 models that are the least expensive to insure. Among the four vehicle segments the site highlighted, Insure.com gave the No. 1 spots on this year’s lists to Toyota, Chrysler, Nissan and Chevrolet. “Congratulations to Toyota, Chrysler, Nissan and […] [Read More]

The Memphis Auto Auction recently expanded its sales team by hiring a trio that brings more than 30 years of combined sales experience to the company.  Memphis AA hired Brian Ayers, Susanne Bone and Bobby “Keno” Anderson to fill the positions of sales manager, powersports and fleet lease coordinator, as well as Internet sales manager, respectively. The […] [Read More]

SANTA FE, N.M. — State Employees Credit Union of New Mexico shared ways new and current members can win the grand prize of its new auto loan promotion contest. Now running through Aug. 31, the credit union is prepared to award $15,000 cash to vehicle loan customers. Officials explained how participants can enter the contest. […] [Read More]