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Ford names $28K Fathom pickup, Senate GOP targets California emissions rules, July U.S.sales fall 1.4%
Top Stories Ford names new electric pickup Fathom, priced at $28,350. Read More Senate Republicans push to repeal California's emissions rules. Read More Porsche family urges Volkswagen to accelerate cost cuts amid rising competition. Read More July U.S. auto sales slip 1.4% as hybrids gain momentum and EV demand continues to cool. Read More Featured...
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Shopping is not buying: How CarJiffy turns dealer websites into 24/7 sales channels
Dealership websites stay busy long after the showroom lights go off. Buyers browse inventory, check payments, and compare trade values late into the night, but most websites cannot close the deal. They generate a lead, but the buyer still has to wait. That gap is where deals go to die....
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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. Perry Watson IV, President of the National Association of Minority Automobile Dealers (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. Paul Brown, Vice President and partner at Ascent Dealer Services and the host...
David Long on the foundation that drives dealership performance
Pressure, burnout, and negativity can spread through a dealership faster than ever. Joining us on today’s CBT Now episode to discuss how mindset, attitude, and energy can directly impact leadership...
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2026 Chevrolet Suburban RST Diesel review: Big capability, impressive efficiency
For families who need maximum passenger space, serious towing capability, and long-distance comfort, few vehicles have the reputation of the Chevrolet Suburban. The 2026 Chevrolet Suburban RST Diesel continues that legacy while offering something increasingly valuable in the full-size SUV segment: exceptional driving range and impressive fuel efficiency without giving...
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Inside Sansone Jr.’s Auto Group’s push to pair old-school service with AI
Paul Sansone Jr. has spent his entire life in the automotive business, but after more than four decades in retail, his attention isn't focused on adding more rooftops. Instead, he's building the systems, technology and leadership team he believes will define the next generation of dealership success. Featured on the latest...
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The rise of the ‘advisor’ dealer: Driving profitability through budget transparency
The auto industry has long defined affordability through familiar metrics: vehicle price, interest rate and monthly payments. While those factors remain important, they no longer tell the full story of how people are making decisions around buying a car. Today, people are approaching the car buying experience differently. They have more...
