PALO ALTO, Calif. — Dealers now have another option when choosing a Web site to promote inventory listings. High Gear Media this week rolled out its plan for a searchable listings platform that's incorporated into its network of automotive content Web sites. High Gear Media officials contend this inventory listing marketplace can push out access to […] [Read More]

WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J. — BMW of North America unveiled its 2010 Center of Excellence Award recipients on Thursday, honoring its top performing dealerships who were selected for the recognition based on strength in the areas of customer satisfaction, brand representation, operational excellence and profitability. Among the group of 24 recognized dealers, several have won the COE honors […] [Read More]

FREDERICK, Md. — The National Auto Auction Association's 13th annual survey determined that sales of used vehicles totaled 8.9 million units worth $80.5 billion at member auctions last year. Delving deeper into NAAA 2009 data revealed that fleet/lease and repo vehicles represented the largest number of units sold at 47.3 percent. Next were dealer-consigned vehicles at […] [Read More]

AUBURN HILLS, Mich. — Chrysler Group chief executive officer Sergio Marchionne on Wednesday unveiled his choice as the individual who will supervise the reintroduction of the Fiat brand in North America. Taking on the position with a background in both foreign and domestic automakers is Laura Soave. The new executive is charged with the upcoming rollout of […] [Read More]

SALT LAKE CITY — Rejected Chrysler dealers in Utah are one step closer to reclaiming their franchise rights and perhaps recouping some losses after the Motor Vehicle Dealer Franchise Amendments bill was passed by the state's House of Representatives. The bill has now been sent to Gov. Gary Herbert for his signature, according to various news reports. Basically, the […] [Read More]

AUBURN HILLS, Mich. — To drum up some more consumer interest for its Wrangler vehicles, Chrysler's Jeep brand is launching a Tweet-to-Win trivia contest next week. Here's how it is designed to work. Each day from March 15-19, there will be a different Jeep trivia question posted on Jeep's Twitter page at www.twitter.com/jeep. Whoever is first […] [Read More]

ATLANTA — Dealers selling vehicles on AutoTrader Classics can now reach a much wider audience thanks to a recent deal struck between the online marketplace and Source Interlink. Under the partnership between the two companies, all vehicles posted on the AutoTrader Classics site will be sent to all 22 of Source Interlink Media's auto enthusiast Web […] [Read More]

CINCINNATI — Dealer Specialties recently launched Mobile Marketing Solutions, a Web site and text messaging lead generator for dealers that can be integrated into an existing marketing strategy. Company officials explained that Mobile Marketing Solutions can deliver an informed and relevant lead resulting in a more profitable and faster sale. They noted that the solution includes […] [Read More]

CHICAGO — A trio of Chevrolet dealerships already have participated in a philanthropic program the brand is spearheading in Illinois. The program is aimed at connecting Chevrolet vehicles and volunteer manpower with charitable organizations through what's being called 2010 Illinois Chevy: Your Mission. Our Drive. The automaker explained that it's asking state residents to submit […] [Read More]

LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y. — DealerTrack will be hosting a Webinar on Tuesday to discuss what the company highlighted as five critical compliance issues that can pose liability risks for dealers. The five points that are to be covered during the sessions are: —Identity Theft Risks and the Red Flags Rule. —Safeguarding customer information and data breach […] [Read More]