Dafen-based Llanelli Motor Company has inaugurated a job-creating development that will double the size of its forecourt. Led by chief executive Ian Jonathan, the two-phase project will mean the independent car dealership will increase the number of used vehicles it has on sale to more than 400 by January 2023.Read More →
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Earl Stewart, owner of Earl Stewart Toyota in Lake Park, Florida, has written an “open letter” to Florida Governor DeSantis daring him to use Attorney General Ashley Moody to sue car dealerships announcing fake price. Stewart argues that all car dealerships advertise prices at which a buyer cannot actually purchaseRead More →
The North West High Court, sitting at Klerksdorp Regional Court, on Friday sentenced Confidence Sekgoro to life imprisonment for premeditated murder. Sekgoro, 40, was also sentenced to five years in prison for each of two counts of attempted murder. His conviction relates to a shooting at a car dealership inRead More →
Four young market traders from South Wales are to show off their skills in the final of a UK-wide competition. They were the top-ranked competitors in the National Young Traders Market Competition regional final held in Swansea city centre. They are Caitlin Penry, Caerynys Shed Jewellery, Swansea, Anthony Johnson, AJRead More →
By Todd Travis Howard Hubler and his family are well known in the Southside for Hubler car dealerships. But if you listen to Howard’s story, you’ll see how he and his family did more than just sell cars. Their community orientation has led them to shape and develop the SouthsideRead More →
The drastic change in the global economy and the growing opportunities for entrepreneurship have compelled many people to start their businesses. The automotive industry is constantly growing and there is a lot of ground to exploit, especially as a small car dealership. People always need cars, new and used, especiallyRead More →
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Officer who shot and killed a man at a car dealership has been fired from the department, Concord police say CONCORD, North Carolina — Concord police say they fired an officer who shot and killed a man at a car dealership in February. Now the man’s mother has strong demands.Read More →
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — A tip via Silent Observer led investigators to two suspects after five cars were stolen from a dealership, Kent County officials say. The two 17-year-olds from Plainfield Township were arrested over the weekend, the Kent County Sheriff’s Department announced Monday. Separately, a 17-year-old from GrandRead More →
Drive Motor Retail has welcomed six new hires to its Leicester car dealership after expanding its MG Motor UK showroom. Former Bristol Street Motors managing director Paul Bustin now runs the operation on the city’s Freeman Common Road, which also operates a Vauxhall Motors franchise site. Bustin, who brings 32Read More →
Buying a car can be both exciting and stressful. If you know the make and model you want, getting to the dealership isn’t too much of a hassle, but if you’re scheduling test drives for different options, it can be overwhelming to say the least. There’s also the choice betweenRead More →
TrustFord has taken a further step towards establishing its car retailing operations in Scotland with the submission of a planning application for a dealership in Aberdeen. Ford-owned car retail group AM100 is set to take over the city’s Ford franchise after Arnold Clark walked away from the brand – andRead More →
Pleasant Grove, United States – June 23, 2022 — The used-car dealership has newcomers on its yard, including a 2015 Volkswagen Jetta, a 2012 Jeep Liberty and two Dodge Grand Caravan Passengers. All cars are available for sale to customers with bad credit. More information can be viewed at https://www.rockymountainmotorcars.comRead More →
Welcome to this week’s episode of Weekly Used Carsthe original CBT News show dedicated to bringing auto dealers best practices and tips for the used car department, in-depth dealer interviews, practical dealership strategies and supplier analysis. There has been a lot of talk in the news lately about inflation andRead More →
The Trousdale County Historical Society has researched early car dealerships in Hartsville and Trousdale County, and if a reader has any old photos or information, please share them with us. Our research shows us that Dick Owen, nicknamed Cotton, was the first Hartsville scholar to have a car dealership. AsRead More →
The Herculean effort was spearheaded by Snows, who has bases in Hampshire and Portsmouth. Titled “Mission 60”, the challenge will see each colleague attempt to raise at least £60 to donate to charity. So far Snows staff have raised an impressive £21,000. Register to our daily newsletter Snows’ colleagues alsoRead More →
Breadcrumb Links Transportation New Cars Policaro says the key to his company’s success is simple: respect everyone Francesco Policaro, General Manager of the Policaro Group. Photo by courtesy Policaro Group Content of the article While most teenagers were chasing a soccer ball or their first kiss, Francesco Policaro started chasingRead More →
BY MATT CIZEK [email protected] Residents of Winchester and Clark counties will soon have a new local choice for buying an automobile. Countrytime Motors, operated by Hayes Automotive Group, will soon open a used vehicle dealership to serve those in and around the Winchester area at a location away from EarlyRead More →
YOU have the choice of dealership add-ons when you negotiate the price of a new car above its base MSRP. But only the car dealer-specific additions are worth their cost. 2 Your new car is your automotive canvas – paint it with the right featuresCredit: Getty Car dealerships generally describeRead More →
UNITED STATES – Byrider Franchise offers different types of support services to help their franchisees start and manage their dealerships in the country. Franchisees can expect support in the form of training, access to an established proprietary sales CRM, branding and marketing, invitations to helpful meetings and conventions, and low-trafficRead More →
With a wide range of cars under its roof, Al Marid Motors is now rejuvenating its online sales. Published: Wed, Jun 15, 2022, 2:10 PM The automotive industry has grown exponentially and is now one of the fastest growing. The demand for good cars is always high and the needRead More →
Car dealership group Motorpoint has accelerated progress towards its goal of becoming a £2billion retailer, rebounding from a 2021 pandemic. But he warned it is “increasingly difficult to predict” how the cost of living crisis will affect consumer behavior. Rising inflation and global vehicle supply chain challenges “are very likelyRead More →
Jake Sweeney Used Car Superstore, a leading used car dealership in Cincinnati, OH, is pleased to announce that it also offers used car financing assistance in Cincinnati and area. Those considering buying a used car and in need of financial assistance can now quickly pre-qualify via an online form onRead More →
The role of the car dealership business manager is changing and digitalization is part of this change. However, even with the advent of digital and online financing arrangements as well as the arrival of the agency model in the franchise industry, the often clumsy, clumsy and complex nature of arrangingRead More →
An online car dealership headquartered in Peterborough that had set itself on the fast track to growth appears to be at a loss. Carzam, based at Samson House, Morley Way, Woodston, where it operated its vehicle preparation center and claimed to employ around 150 people, went into administration. Register toRead More →
Growing your dealership’s audience is no easy task in today’s ultra-competitive marketplace. In addition to the traditional competition between established brands in dense metropolitan areas, the new competition is hotter than ever. Established stores have to battle not just with other brands, but also with direct-to-consumer companies like Tesla andRead More →
A building permit is still required for the construction of a Porsche dealership and the used showroom. GAIN Group was unable to comment on when it expected construction to be completed. The granting of a development permit in a 7-2 vote in February followed a protracted debate leading to aRead More →
The smell of oak and pecans wafted through the parking lot of the Crest Infiniti dealership in Frisco. Inside, the Rotary club met in the great hall out front. Earnest Morgan guided customers to the after-sales service, where his Earnest B’s barbecue is. The dining room/waiting room was packed onRead More →
DES PLAINES, Ill. (WLS) – Burglars caught on CCTV broke into a luxury car dealership in Des Plaines early Tuesday morning. Owner of the Sam Jidd Luxury dealership at 1505 S. Mt Prospect Road said the thieves took all the car keys and stole three cars worth $400,000. Des PlainesRead More →
Open Road ranks No. 42 on Automotive News‘ list of the top 150 U.S.-based dealer groups, with retail sales of 21,128 new vehicles in 2021. The state said the group has 15 locations in New Jersey. None of the three companies admitted wrongdoing in the settlements, which their attorney calledRead More →
HAYWARD, Calif. /California Newswire/ — Used car shoppers have quickly discovered that Silicon Valley Enthusiast (SVE) is the best East Bay dealership to go to for high-end vehicles at very competitive prices. As their company name suggests, the SVE team is made up of long-time car enthusiasts who are fullyRead More →
Did you know that most customers prefer live chat over phone or email? Through a survey of 1,000 US consumers, live chat platform Kayako found that 41% of customers prefer to participate in live chat than to call or email a company. It’s no secret that live chat has goneRead More →
Car dealerships play an important role in the car purchase (Where sale), so it is crucial that you choose a trusted car dealership to avoid scams and other mishaps. The reality of scams and shady deals is unfortunately very real, with scammers often using trustmarks to lure their victims. HowRead More →
CLARION TWP., Pa. (EYT) – State Police say a Strattanville man faces charges for intentionally crashing into a service garage door at a local dealership in March. According to court documents, 46 Michael S. Donahueof Strattanville, faces the following charges: – Burglary – Not suitable for overnight accommodation, no oneRead More →
Profits for the UK’s top 20 car dealership groups have increased more than sevenfold over the past year, from £105m in 2019/20 to £764m in 2020/21. That’s according to new research from national accounting group UHY Hacker Young. Auto dealership groups had a very strong 12 months, rebounding from aRead More →
There may never be the perfect time to sell your dealership. Principal Dealers considering a sale are motivated by many reasons; some are tied to market conditions and others to personal goals. Thus, it is rare in our industry to find a dealer who is 100% certain that (a) sellingRead More →
Monday, May 30, 2022 12:03 a.m. The number of car owners fell for the second consecutive year. Profits for UK car dealers more than sevenfold in 2021 following a surge in post-Covid demand. According to data from accounting group UHY Hacker Young, profits rose by 627% from £105m in 2019/20Read More →
Boksburg Car Sales’ Shelby van Tonder recently won a prestigious award in the Emerald category at the Lightstone Star Reacher F&I Awards 2021/2022. The big winners were announced at an elegant and exclusive awards ceremony which took place at Monte De Dios in Pretoria on May 21st. Andries Pienaar, ownerRead More →
The owner of a Campbell River, B.C. car dealership credits lessons learned through COVID restrictions to helping his staff continue to operate after a recent structure fire. Scott Kilby is the main dealer for Campbell River Hyundai, which was hit by a fire Tuesday that started inside a maintenance garage.Read More →
If you are looking to buy or sell your dealership in today’s automotive retail market, what do you need to know? Today on Inside Automotive, we are pleased to welcome back Alan Haig, President and Founder of Haig Partnersto share a preview of the Haig T1 Report and discuss today’sRead More →
Welcome to another episode of Service Drive with Don Reed, CEO of DealerPRO Training. One of Reed’s Fixed Operations Specialists from DealerPRO Training recently spent two days conducting a performance review of a dealership’s service and parts operations. Once the assessment was completed, the specialist reviewed the findings with theRead More →
Pleasant Grove, United States – May 25, 2022 — The company now offers a wide selection of high-quality used vehicles, including cars, trucks, vans, SUVs, sedans and family crossovers. Some of the models they offer include Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Dodge, Ford, Honda, GMC, Hyundai, Jeep, Kia, Mercury, Mercedes-Benz, Nissan, Suzuki,Read More →
A charity that delivers blood products, emergency samples and medicine to Hampshire and neighboring counties has received a boost thanks to Hendy’s Group in Eastleigh who provided SERV Wessex -The Blood Runners with a car for their work vital. The Kia Niro has been donated for two years and willRead More →
Funeral of car dealership owner shot and killed while trying to retrieve loaner car Salem Autos in Arlington was temporarily closed as used car dealership owner Adel Elhindawi was laid to rest. ARLINGTON, TX – Arlington police have strengthened charges and made a second arrest in the shooting death ofRead More →
BLOOMFIELD, NJ — A Bloomfield-based auto dealership company was among three companies that recently reached a settlement with the state over alleged consumer protection violations, authorities said Friday. Acting Attorney Matthew Platkin and the Consumer Division said separate settlements totaling nearly $400,000 have been reached with three car dealerships, includingRead More →
A developer is pushing ahead with plans to build nearly 200 apartments on the site of a car dealership in Watford. It would see Glyn Hopkin’s showroom and forecourt in Lower High Street demolished and replaced by around 190 homes. London Square says its project aims to transform the locationRead More →
article ARLINGTON, TX – The owner of the car lot who was shot while trying to retrieve a loaner car from a dealership in Arlington on Monday has died of his injuries. Adel Elhindawi, the owner of Salem Autos, died Thursday after being taken off life support. He was shotRead More →
Few people like car dealerships. They are stressful and sprawling, and it is difficult to get rid of the feeling that someone becomes a raw deal. But as the auto industry becomes more electric and moves online, companies like Honda are rethinking every aspect of the buying process, including theRead More →
In its recent survey of automotive service managers, Carlisle & Co. asked service managers across North America to share their strategies for retaining technicians. In 2021, Carlisle noted, 28% of technicians left their brand — adding that those numbers would be higher if they measured those who left the dealership,Read More →
Midvale, United States – May 18, 2022 — Newcomers help low-credit customers find an economical vehicle they can rely on. With locations in Salt Lake City, Midvale, Salt Lake County, Provo and Ogden, Fast Start Auto is a popular dealership known for its exceptional customer service and wide selection ofRead More →
Auto dealership owner shot while trying to retrieve loaner car in Arlington The victim’s colleagues say the shooter has been a customer of their car dealership for years. They say the owner offered to hand over a loaner car he never got back. ARLINGTON, TX – As police continue toRead More →
The five-year-old boy has worked alongside his father at their car dealership since the age of one – earning £1 for every scratch or dent he spots. Matt Ward said he has been bringing his son Alfie to work at his Voldi Ltd used car dealership every Saturday “rain, snow,Read More →
Sentencing proceedings in the case against a man convicted of murdering 30-year-old Mohamed Dangor, owner of the Speedy Car Sales dealership in Klerksdorp, have again been postponed. The High Court of South Africa; The North West Division, sitting at Klerksdorp Regional Court, has postponed the sentencing of Confidence Sekgoro, 39,Read More →
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LAS VEGAS, Nev. (FOX5) – A sales manager at a Las Vegas auto dealership is accused of embezzling $250,000 from the business because he had a gambling problem, according to a warrant from the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police. Michael Sims, 51, is accused of embezzling money from Cardinale Way AcuraRead More →
NEW JERSEY — A federal jury has convicted a man of a series of crimes in several states in which he kidnapped and sexually assaulted his ex-girlfriend, set fire to a car dealership and beat both a federal employee and a pregnant woman. Luis Figueroa faces life in prison forRead More →
The sentencing of the man who killed Mohamed Dangor at his father’s car dealership has been delayed. The case against Mohamed Dangor’s killer was adjourned to June. The delay was due to incomplete psychiatric reports, which were necessary for the sentencing process. Confidence Sekgoro, 39, shot Dangor at a carRead More →
LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX18) – Kentucky customers of online car dealership “Vroom” are furious with the company after they encountered a host of issues and struggled to join the business. Vroom allows users to buy and sell cars online. Larry Martin decided to give it a try. “I wanted a newRead More →
Agents from the Criminal Assets Bureau (CAB) today raided a well-known west Dublin car dealership whose owner is believed to be under serious financial pressure from exiled Kinahan cartel leader Liam Byrne. Investigators spent over an hour and a half at the dealership this morning where they examined a numberRead More →
Last year South Tyneside Council’s planning department received an application from Vic Young Ltd to develop a unit at Elswick Way Industrial Estate. This included a store extension to the side of the car dealership’s existing body shop. According to the plans, the space would be used for storage andRead More →
Valerii Apetroaiei/Getty Images/iStockphoto Although it’s been nearly two years since a shortage of microchips turned the auto industry into a market defined by limited choices, high prices and long waits, little has changed despite the fact that the rest of the world he economy has mainly evolved. Many drivers simplyRead More →
This story is a doozy that begins with a used car dealership. A Massachusetts man has decided to help some scammers in Nigeria with a used car dealership to help launder nefariously earned money. This included romance scams, unemployment fraud and other schemes, but the FBI was already hot onRead More →
Image by Mercedes-Benz of Natick A dealer-branded mobile app is a great retention tool and has been adopted by many stores large and small. Although it creates value for customers, it is only beneficial if people download and use its features. And nearly half the time, users aren’t satisfied withRead More →
A new and used car dealership with stores in Wrexham has raised £90,000 to support non-profit organization Circus Starr. This year Swansway Motor Group, which owns Wrexham Volkswagen and Volkswagen Van Center Wrexham, is entering its sixth year ofRead More →
CHICAGO (WLS) — A burglary was thwarted at McGrath Acura in Libertyville after the business was hit hours earlier. Police said several cars and dozens of key fobs were stolen from McGrath on Sunday. Similar crimes occur in the city and in other suburbs. The video shows how the nextRead More →
Motorpoint has expanded to 17 used car outlets with the opening of a new 1.5 acre, 120 vehicle dealership in Portsmouth. The opening of the new site by Portsmouth Mayor Councilor Frank Jonas, together with Mayor Ms Joy Maddox JP, is the latest step in the company’s ambitious medium-term growthRead More →
An Anchorage used car dealership to pay thousands of dollars in restitution after allegedly engaging in illegal sales tactics. Alaska Assistant Attorney General John Haley of the Consumer Protection Unit said the state has received complaints that Anchorage Auto Mart sold vehicles without disclosing that they had no valid titlesRead More →
WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) – The district attorney’s office said a former South Wichita car dealership was in trouble for not providing car titles on time for eight customers. According to District Attorney Marc Bennett, Family First Auto, LLC, which was once located near Broadway and Mt. Vernon, did not provideRead More →
MECHANICSBURG, Pa. (WHTM) – Silver Spring Township police are looking for the people who stole two trucks from a Cumberland County car dealership after police left the site. A 2019 Dodge Ram 1500 and a 2021 GMC Sierra Denali were stolen from Lawrence Chevrolet on the Carlisle Pike in MechanicsburgRead More →
Neighbors fear ‘abandoned car dealership’ next to them is bad for business Eagle Street is known for its many car dealerships and service centers, but one lot looks different than the rest. Neighbors are concerned and a complaint has been filed with the city about dozens of cars sitting andRead More →
INDIANAPOLIS — A WRTV investigation of a local car dealership has prompted nearly four dozen additional victims to come forward. KBB Auto Sales is accused of deceiving customers by selling vehicles whose odometers have rolled back thousands of miles. The investigation began with one victim and now Indiana State PoliceRead More →
THE owner of a car dealership has been ordered to pay tens of thousands of pounds for misleading practices. Matthew Webster, from Fearnhead, admitted five breaches of trading standards in relation to his ownership of Faster Car Finance Ltd at Warrington Magistrates Court on Wednesday April 13. Magistrates heard theRead More →
Few would mourn the death of the traditional car buying experience. The haggling and the I-have-to-talk-to-my-manager routine. The hour-long wait for financing while you attend sales pitches for extras like leather protection and roof racks. Fortunately, it is now tending to become a thing of the past. We are alreadyRead More →
Do you have the ability to speak out of a situation? Do you have a strong interest and practical understanding of the automobile? Is it something you enjoy doing regularly? Owning a new or used car dealership can suit those who like sedans and roadster models. It’sRead More →
Midvale, USA – April 26, 2022 /MarketersMEDIA/ — The updated service uses a custom algorithm that rebuilds a customer’s credit score to where it needs to be, allowing them to buy a reliable used car while saving on their interest rate. For more details visit https://www.faststartauto.com With the new program,Read More →
MILFORD – Genesis of Milford plans to leave its shared space with Hyundai and build a new dealership in town in the existing Howard Johnson building. The proposal for the new Genesis space was recently approved by the Planning and Zoning Board. It includes a 24,600 square foot showroom andRead More →
Auto dealership mogul Herb Chambers has listed his Back Bay condo overlooking the Boston Public Garden for $18 million, The Wall Street Journal reported. The approximately 3,300 square foot home at 220 Boylston St. at the Four Seasons Hotel and Residences features three bedrooms and an office. It was listedRead More →
According to U.S. Attorney Rachael S. Rollins’ office, a Fall River car dealership was used to launder money from romance scams and unemployment fraud related to the COVID-19 pandemic. Augustine Osemwegie, 54, pleaded guilty to one count of money laundering. “Osemwegie used its car dealership, vehicle auctions and international carRead More →
Activists and two Connecticut lawmakers raised concerns Wednesday about the high costs and hidden fees they say minority customers face when buying cars from dealerships, as they try to mobilize a support for legislation that will allow rival EV makers to sell directly to consumers. Deborah Caviness, the founder ofRead More →
The Rio Rancho dealership will be at 4537 Arrowhead Ridge DriveDealer plans to expand to Albuquerque Drive N Motion takes great pride in ensuring that every vehicle in its inventory is a worthwhile investment. Drive N Motion, a Colorado-based used car dealership, is adding a Rio Rancho location at 4537Read More →
Buying a vehicle is a big deal. It requires a series of steps, including product selection, pricing agreements, potential exchanges, financing, secondary market considerations, and of course, lots of paperwork. Yet around a third of consumers surveyed say that what matters most to them is that the car buying processRead More →
PROVIDED Ebbett Group is opening a new car dealership at the corner of Rutherford and Nile streets in Nelson. A vacant site in Nelson becomes a new car dealership. The Ebbett Group is taking over the site at the corner of Rutherford and Nile streets, with the intention of openingRead More →
The Thunder Bay Police Department is asking for the public’s help in identifying suspects and sharing surveillance footage. PRESS RELEASETHUNDER BAY POLICE DEPARTMENT************************ The Thunder Bay Police Department is asking for the public’s help in identifying suspects linked to a recent theft in a motor vehicle incident. Members of theRead More →
By Linda Chiem (April 13, 2022, 7:42 p.m. EDT) — The Eleventh Circuit ruled Wednesday that a federal law protecting auto dealers from liability for damages caused by vehicles they leased or rented allows a dealer of North Carolina to escape trial for a 2015 accident involving a loaner vehicleRead More →
BOSTON — The owner of a used car dealership in Fall River has been charged and has agreed to plead guilty to money laundering. Augustine Osemwegie, 54, of Milton, was charged and agreed to plead guilty to one count of money laundering. A plea hearing has not yet been scheduledRead More →
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TULSA, Okla. — A former car dealership sales associate who was allegedly responsible for more than $1 million in fraudulent vehicle sales pleaded guilty in federal court on Tuesday, U.S. Attorney Clint Johnson said. William Ray Turner, 31, of Tulsa, pleaded guilty to one count of wire fraud. “William TurnerRead More →
Auto dealership magnate Herb Chambers is offering a condo in Boston overlooking the city’s Public Garden for $18 million. The approximately 3,300 square foot apartment, with three bedrooms and an office, is at the Four Seasons Hotel and Residences on Boylston Street, according to listing agent Michael Carucci of GibsonRead More →
A Tulsa man admitted to one count of wire fraud on Tuesday in connection with a scheme to defraud a Bartlesville car dealership where he worked at the time. William Ray Turner, 31, admitted in federal court in Tulsa to using another person’s identity without authorization to submit a loanRead More →
Indiana Tax Court overturns for Columbus auto dealership after finding that three appeals he filed regarding errors in his property appraisals between 2016 and 2018 presented questions about objective application a base rate already determined prescribed by a land ordinance. Chevrolet of Columbus Inc. has slipped into a dispute withRead More →
Sentencing proceedings in the case against a man convicted of the murder of Mohamed Dangor, 30, owner of the Speedy Car Sales dealership in Klerksdorp, have been postponed. The High Court of South Africa; The North West Division, sitting at Klerksdorp Regional Court, postponed sentencing of 39-year-old Confidence Sekgoro untilRead More →
The golf club head found in the car dealership’s yard. PHOTO: Alfonso Nqunjana, News24 A weapon believed to have been used in the murder of a boy by car dealership De Deur was left at the scene despite the arrest of the suspected killer. Sibusiso Maqwaza, 9, and Ryan Ivor,Read More →
Picture: Google Maps As the application was made to Milton Keynes Council. An application has been made to Milton Keynes Council to convert the former B&M site in Bletchley into a car sales dealership. The B&M store in Watling Street, Bletchley, was abandoned when it closed in 2017. The appRead More →