WASHINGTON, D.C. — Auto sales climbed throughout the country, although a few of the 12 Federal Reserve Districts have seen the upswing slow down, according to latest Beige Book report.  The report also indicates that some areas have experienced vehicle demand that is stronger than the speed of production, and this has affected dealers. "Vehicle sales also […] [Read More]

CARMEL, Ind. — This week, KAR Auction Services promoted a longtime member of its management team to the role of executive vice president of corporate development and real estate. Now reporting directly to KAR chief executive officer Jim Hallett in this position is Warren Byrd, who has been with the company since 1994. "Warren has been […] [Read More]

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif. — Hyundai Motor America vice president of sales Dave Zuchowski recently changed up some members of the division's management team, including the executive who will oversee the automaker's certified pre-owned program. Sliding over to the role of executive director of retail operations, which includes responsibility for national incentives, CPO programs, extended service plans […] [Read More]

CARY, N.C. — The recommendation deadline is fast approaching for what Auto Remarketing is planning for its July 15 edition. A special section will be highlighting "Who's Who in The Remarketing Industry: Banks, Captives, Finance, Credit Unions, Fleet, Lease, Rental and OEMs."  We invite industry professionals to nominate high achievers through this coming Wednesday. Executives considered […] [Read More]

TORRANCE, Calif. — As the automaker emerges from its recent challenges with safety recalls, Toyota Motor Sales USA has rolled out a new advertising campaign to get the word out about its Star Safety System that comes standard on its entire lineup of new vehicles. The five safety technologies included in this system, all of which […] [Read More]

IRVINE, Calif. — Autobytel said Wednesday that it has appointed a new executive vice president of product, marketing and analytics. Moving into the post is Jim Helberg, who comes aboard from PHD, where he was executive vice president. In that role, he headed the development and execution of Chrysler's media operations. For his new role […] [Read More]

CHICAGO — A pair of dealership management executives plan to share their success stories in raising online inventory visibility during the next DealerADvantage Live Webinar organized by Cars.com. The free workshop titled "Beyond Listings: Drive Sales with a Comprehensive Online Presence," is set to begin at noon EDT on Friday. Jack Simmons, a Cars.com dealer training manager, […] [Read More]

DETROIT — Chevrolet and USAA, a financial services provider for the military community, recently tabulated the discount total toward vehicle purchases they provided to troops and their families in 2009. All together, these companies distributed more than 21,000 discounts, compiling a total value of $24 million. Officials contend these figures compute into the industry's best military […] [Read More]

MANHATTAN BEACH, Calif. — TSi Auto Solutions, a business management solutions provider to automakers, dealer groups and others, this week announced an acquisition the company believes should increase its customer base by 30 percent. Executives revealed they have secured AutoSoft, a company based in Seattle that has been connected with four of the largest domestic automakers. […] [Read More]

BENTONVILLE, Ark. — In addition to announcing a new dealership in Tennessee, America's Car-Mart recently shared fourth quarter and fiscal full-year results. In some positive news, net income, revenue and sales are all up over the prior year, which has led the company to a growth plan. More specifically, retail unit sales were up 11.3 percent […] [Read More]