Former customers reacted with shock and sadness after one of Derry’s biggest car dealerships announced it was to go out of business. Bob Mullan Motors, which opened its doors more than 40 years ago, said it was with “deep regret” that they had decided to close the family business. TributesRead More →
BRISBANE, Australia – March 14, 2022 – (Newswire.com) If a person knows what they want and what it should cost, they’re halfway there – but that’s not true for everything. Almost everyone has struggled with the decades-old question of choosing between buying a new car and a used one. WhichRead More →
Car dealerships tell daily news rising gasoline prices have not affected their sales at this stage. Despite record gasoline prices, people have yet to start trading in their gas guzzlers. Local dealers said there are many other things affecting the market right now and they don’t expect gas prices toRead More →
SALES of new cars in the north remain down a quarter from pre-pandemic levels as a global shortage of computer chips limits supply. The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) said 2,713 new cars were registered in February. That’s just 2% more than the same month last year, whenRead More →
New car sales in February were up 15% from a year ago, although registrations are still a quarter below pre-pandemic levels as semiconductor shortages continue to escalate. strangle vehicle production and availability. A total of 58,994 new cars hit UK roads last month, up 7,682 from February 2021 – despiteRead More →
I don’t know what kind of car was your first, or maybe you don’t have one or want one.But for most of us, it’s usually a drummer. Something inexpensive, just to get us moving. Sometimes it can be a special gift for parents or something your grandma used to lugRead More →
It looks like a longtime South Haven used-car dealership won’t be expanding its land the way it planned. Jerry Beckwith, owner of Countryside Motors, had hoped to use two additional lots south of his location at 318 Blue Star Highway, to display additional inventory. However, city officials decided earlier thisRead More →
ELIZABETHTON — For decades, people driving east of Johnson City were met at the Elizabethton city limits by a major car dealership. Acres of new cars under the Grindstaff banner greeted everyone at 2214 W. Elk Ave. Steve Grindstaff grew his business from a Chevrolet dealership to a Ford dealershipRead More →
Finding the perfect vehicle is no easy task, whether new or used. But the best option for those who want to save money is used cars. Fortunately, M&S Auto is one of the leaders when it comes to used cars in Sacramento. They provide top quality used cars comparable toRead More →
(WFSB) – If you’re looking for a new car, you might want to put the brakes on, used car sales are at an all-time high right now. Car dealerships are running low on new car inventory right now. Patrice Luoma, professor of entrepreneurship and strategy at Quinnipiac University, says thereRead More →
Text size AutoNation plans to open 12 stores over the next 12 months. Courtesy of AutoNation AutoNation shares soared on Thursday after the auto retailer reported impressive fourth-quarter earnings and revenue as demand for used cars continues to grow. Fourth-quarter adjusted earnings were $5.76 per share, beating estimates of $4.96.Read More →
YesYou are ready to sign the contract for your new car. Then the finance manager tells you that you need to purchase an extended warranty. You want the car, but you’re wondering, “Can a car dealership really do that?” Yes, they can. Such conditions imposed by car dealerships – sometimesRead More →
When it comes to selling, I’m usually on the side of sellers, because they don’t care much. Some of the nicest people I’ve met are in sales. They are positive, optimistic and genuinely care about their customers. That being said, there are selling styles that are, frankly, obnoxious and designedRead More →
New competition: CARS24 has launched in regional Victoria, aiming to change the way locals buy cars. Photo by contribution Since the beginning of the month, residents of the Victoria area can access CARS24, a completely online used car shopping website. The plan is to provide regional consumers with the sameRead More →
Car lots seem a little emptier these days, just ask John Koerner. “We used to stock 1,300 to 1,500 new units in the field every day,” said Koerner, executive general manager of Healey Brothers dealerships. “Today, across our 11 brands, we use approximately 200 vehicles in the field day off.”Read More →
The combined pressures during the pandemic have seen the limited availability of new cars push used car prices to record highs. Some analysts believe the used car market peaked at the end of 2021, and as more new cars become more readily available, these historic prices will drop. TrueCar collectsRead More →
Welcome to another edition of Inside Automotive. Today, presenter Jim Fitzpatrick is joined by Ken Hill, Managing Director of 700Credit, and Pete MacInnis CEO of eLEND Solutions. The group discusses the recent partnership between 700Credit and eLEND Solutions that helps car dealerships prevent identity theft and consumer fraud. About 18Read More →
Maryland, U.S., February 14, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The “Consumer Satisfaction” award proves that Trust Auto provides a service that people can trust. Dealer Rater rates the best dealerships in the state, making it easier for people to find a car dealership they can trust. That’s why anyone “looking forRead More →
Tennessee consumers waiting for the ‘green light’ to purchase a new or used vehicle during tax refund season should exercise caution against scammers, a Department of Commerce and Insurance press release said. of Tennessee. The TDCI urges consumers “to educate themselves, learn the red flags of car scams, and spotRead More →
Dealer Rater is an independent automotive dealership rating service. The service presented Trust Auto with the “Consumer Satisfaction” award in 2021. The award showcases the company’s dedication to ensuring its customers are satisfied. Maryland, USA – February 9, 2022 — The “Consumer Satisfaction” award proves that Trust Auto provides aRead More →
Pennsylvania Attorney General Josh Shapiro announced on Tuesday that he is filing a lawsuit against two Pennsylvania car dealerships, including one in Penn Hills, that he says violated consumer protection laws. Shapiro said the Penn Hills dealership, Martino Motors at 536 Rodi Road, sells cars that are not “roadworthy.” WithinRead More →
Supporters of stalled legislation to loosen regulations on buying electric vehicles in Connecticut are gearing up for another race in the 2022 session of the state legislature. State Sen. Will Haskell, D-Westport, who last year introduced a bill allowing electric vehicle makers such as Tesla to directly sell their vehiclesRead More →
AutoTrader’s 2021 Automotive Industry Report reveals that electric vehicles (EVs) and BMWs have grown in popularity. The report, covering the period from January to December, shows searches for electric vehicles jumped 110% to half a million last year, while BMW received an additional eight million views of consumer ads inRead More →
Welcome to another edition of Inside Automotive with Jim Fitzpatrick who is joined by Sean Gardner, Sales Instructor and Trainer at Joe Verde Group. For over 35 years, JVG has been a leading training organization for automotive dealers, managers and salespeople worldwide. Today, Gardner shares his best techniques for closingRead More →
SOUTH HAVEN — It looks like a longtime South Haven used-car dealership won’t be expanding its land the way it planned. Jerry Beckwith, owner of Countryside Motors, had hoped to use two additional lots south of his location at 318 Blue Star Highway, to display additional inventory. However, city officialsRead More →
Today’s shoppers want to buy from the brands and people they trust. Cox Automotive has worked extensively on lead quality and consumer buying signals. Here, to discuss how data can be leveraged to build customer relationships, is Robert Dimson, Senior Director of Customer Marketing for Cox Automotive. At a timeRead More →
BMWi4 Ssearch for electric vehicles (VE) jumped 110% to reach half a million in 2021. BMW received eight million additional consumer ad views last year. And more than 637 million online vehicle searches were made last year. These are just some of the trends emerging in recent years. AutoTrader AutomotiveRead More →
Today on Inside Automotive, we are pleased to welcome the #1 certified Honda and Acura dealer in the world, Brian Benstock, GM Partner and Vice President of Paragon Honda and Acura. He is joined alongside Chip Perry, former CEO of TrueCar, now President and CEO of A2Z Sync, a software,Read More →
41 minutes without passing Research by a car group for the UK indicates that the price of used cars continues to rise to rates they have never seen before. Di AA Cars says more people are considering buying used cars due to the low supply of new vehicles. “Three toRead More →
As auto dealers continue to grapple with the challenges of a prolonged shortage of new vehicle inventory and supply chain disruptions, many are now facing increasing pressure to find or better leverage new revenue streams. . One such solution is to speed up the trade-in reconditioning process, putting vehicles onRead More →
Used car sales set a new record of 40.9 million vehicles in 2021. Unmet demand for new vehicles due to unavailability has forced many new-vehicle buyers to gobble up late-model used vehicles in 2021, setting a new sales record at 40.9 million vehicles. The total marks a 10% jump fromRead More →
Photo: Joe Raedle (Getty Images) Tesla takes on the old guard as General Motors tries to learn from the new. All this and more in The morning shift for Wednesday, January 12, 2022. 1st gear: it was always “Lexus, BMW, Mercedes” The designation of the best-selling “luxury” car brand –Read More →
Josh D’Agostino, Kevin Patterson and Dick Nourse Dick Nourse said, “We look forward to our partnership with the Mighty organization. This is something that will have a huge impact not only on our new recognition facility, but on all of our new car dealerships and in our community for yearsRead More →
NEW YORK — Car dealerships are, in essence, giant lots staffed with people trained in the art of clearing those lots as quickly as possible and repeating the process over and over again. But 2021 has been a strange year for all of us, dealers included. Their batches emptied…then satRead More →
Liam Denning | Bloomberg Car dealerships are, in essence, giant lots manned by people trained in the art of clearing those lots as quickly as possible and repeating the process over and over again. But 2021 has been a strange year for all of us, dealers included. Their lots emptied…thenRead More →
The St. Louis County Planning Commission heard a proposal on Dec. 6 for an electric car dealership along Lindbergh Boulevard. The company has remained anonymous so far due to a confidentiality agreement, but the developers have referred to it as a “Fortune 500 company” throughout the public hearing. The site,Read More →
HIGH EARTH, Ind. (WTHI) – The COVID-19 pandemic has caused a global shortage of microchips that has severely affected local car dealerships. New cars require over 1,000 microchips to function properly. Without this key element, cars cannot run. Persistent shipping delays have also resulted in a low supply of cars.Read More →
Tesla is a big name in the automotive industry, and let’s be honest, not just their vehicles. Since the launch of its Roadster in 2008, Tesla has continued to grow and update its vehicles, services and more generally its business. To say they were successful is an understatement, as TeslaRead More →
This scene at car dealerships is very common. Justin Sullivan/Getty Images What automakers hoped would be a temporary setback just isn’t happening. According to a Friday Bloomberg report, Japan’s leading semiconductor chip supplier Rohm said it expects chip shortages throughout next year. It’s not that the company can’t manufacture chipsRead More →
The auto industry is pushing against a proposal that would force auto giants to negotiate with dealers through binding arbitration before closing showrooms in Australia. See 8 pictures Following Holden’s shock departure, the federal government last month introduced new laws to ensure dealers and car buyers are not left behind.Read More →
The Indy 500 is one of the most electrifying sporting events in the world, but don’t expect the cars racing there to be electric anytime soon. INDIANAPOLIS, IN – MAY 30: NTT Indy Car Series driver Scott Dixon leads the field before Race 105 of the Indianapolis 500 on MayRead More →
Pat Goldwait, general manager of Joe Myers Ford in Jersey Village, holds his breath for what’s next. “We’ve had the pandemic, the frost, the flea shortage, if the locusts come I’m going to put lamb’s blood over my door,” Goldwait said of the almost biblical challenges his dealership and lRead More →
Motor industry bosses have expressed ‘deep disappointment’ with Boris Johnson’s roadmap out of lockdown after it was revealed car showrooms will be forced to keep their doors locked until ‘until at least mid-April – meaning customers won’t be able to browse dealerships during the busiest month of the year. MarchRead More →
The bleak outlook facing Britain’s car industry was underscored by another 2,000 job losses and the worst car sales in May since 1952. Only 20,000 new cars were registered in May compared to 184,000 in the same month in 2019, the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders said. Just overRead More →