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Ford & GM clash over trade policies, Stellantis weighs Brampton sale, Used-vehicle sales outperform trends
Top StoriesĀ Ford, GM clash over trade policies as Detroit rivalry heats up. Read More Stellantis weighs Brampton plant sale as Canada labor dispute intensifies. Read More Used-vehicle sales outperform seasonal trends as inventory edges higher. Read More Ferrari's first EV sells for $40 million, 62 times its sticker price. Read More Featured Interviews How one...
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How one dealer uses social media to generate 1,000 leads a month
While many automotive leaders still view social media as little more than a digital billboard to post inventory, Matt Hogan sees it as the modern engine of dealership operations. As the Vice President of Infiniti North Miami and Palm Beach Mitsubishi, Hogan has leveraged personal, authentic content to transform his stores...
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How having happy, well-trained employees leads to happy car buyers
One of the oldest rules in the car business is "the customer is always right." When customers are consistently unhappy, the issue is rarely the customer but something off inside...
NJ CAR launches campaign highlighting the value of local dealerships
The New Jersey Coalition of Automotive Retailers (NJ CAR) has launched a new statewide campaign, "Local Matters," aimed at educating consumers and legislators about the economic and community value of...
Perry Watson IV on why NAMAD is driving the future of dealer ownership
With market dynamics vastly changing, dealership leaders are looking for new ways to stay competitive.Ā Perry Watson IV, President of theĀ National Association of Minority Automobile DealersĀ (NAMAD), joins us on the latest...
The 3-step habit that could save your next deal
Many deals seem to go well at first, but don't end up going anywhere. Sales Coach Matt Easton, Founder of Easton University, says the problem isn't the pitch, but the...
The real value of leadership development in an AI era
Leadership development remains one of the most overlooked competitive advantages, even as organizations continue investing heavily in AI and emerging technologies. On the latest episode of CBT Now, Matt Gjertsen, the...
Navigating negative equity, credit challenges and pricing transparency in F&I in 2026
Negative equity is rising, loan terms are stretching, and F&I managers are being asked to do more than ever.Ā Paul Brown, Vice President and partner atĀ Ascent Dealer Services and the host...
David Long on the foundation that drives dealership performanceĀ
Pressure, burnout, and negativity can spread through a dealership faster than ever. Joining us on todayās CBT Now episode to discuss how mindset, attitude, and energy can directly impact leadership...
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How one dealer uses social media to generate 1,000 leads a month
While many automotive leaders still view social media as little more than a digital billboard to post inventory, Matt Hogan sees it as the modern engine of dealership operations. As the Vice President of Infiniti North Miami and Palm Beach Mitsubishi, Hogan has leveraged personal, authentic content to transform his stores...
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Frank Carbone on Holman’s legacy, expansion and the next 100 years
Frank Carbone started out parking cars and changing oil at a Ford store in Fort Lauderdale when he was just a teenager. Today, he oversees nearly 60 dealerships representing 32 brands as President of Retail Automotive at Holman. The company has doubled in size twice in the past 10 years....
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Why dealership compliance has to start before the deal, not after
Compliance is now a daily operating issue, not a once-a-year taskĀ Regulatory pressure on automotive retail is not slowing down. The FTC and state agencies are watching F&I more closely, and customers are more informed than they used to be. Compliance has stopped being a paperwork exercise handled once a year....
