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Ford and Geely explore tech collaboration, Toyota sales slip globally, Dealers brace for glut of off-lease EVs
Top Stories Ford and Geely explore U.S. technology collaboration as talks shift focus to Europe. Read More Toyota sales slip globally for 2nd straight month amid RAV4 model change and the conflict in Iran. Read More Dealers brace for a flood of used EVs as lease returns are set to double. Read More Hyundai...
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Affordability challenges push dealers to rethink sales and staffing strategies
Dealers are operating in a market defined by affordability pressures, shifting customer behavior and ongoing demands for performance. At Green Mazda Lincoln in Springfield, Illinois, General Manager Colin Liss said the store is focused on the fundamentals to maintain stability and drive results on today’s episode of Inside Automotive. As a...
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Dealers risk wasting marketing dollars without trained oversight
Marketing inside dealerships is getting more complex, and the people running it are struggling to keep up. Some dealers are spending up to $100,000 a month on marketing with little...
How NADA’s education escalator is helping dealers build better teams in 2026
Dealers looking to stay competitive in today's rapidly shifting automotive landscape have one thing in common: they are investing in their people. That is the message from Camron Wilson, Vice...
Why the demo drive remains the most critical step in closing sales
The demo drive remains one of the most critical steps in a dealership’s sales process, yet it is often rushed or overlooked. On today's episode of CBT Now, Sean Gardner, instructor...
New York Auto Show sees robust consumer interest, ride-and-drive engagement
Mark Schienberg, president of the Greater New York Automobile Dealers Association\ (GNYADA), reports that the 126th New York International Auto Show is drawing large crowds, strong consumer engagement, and renewed...
AI, SEO, and GEO: What dealers need to know to stay competitive in digital marketing
As artificial intelligence reshapes digital marketing, confusion around generative engine optimization (GEO) is leading some dealerships to misallocate budget and miss opportunities. Brooke Furniss, BZ Consultants Group, joins us on...
ASOTU CON 2026 set to expand attendance, spotlight AI and human-centered innovation
As we gear up for the fifth annual ASOTU CON, May 12–14, we’re sitting down with the founders to explore their vision, the buzz surrounding this year’s event, and what...
Industry braces as Volkswagen Scout lawsuit tests limits of dealer franchise agreements
Dealers across the country are keeping a close eye on the Volkswagen–Scout class action lawsuit, and for good reason. On today’s episode of CBT Now, we’re joined by Len Bellavia,...
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Affordability challenges push dealers to rethink sales and staffing strategies
Dealers are operating in a market defined by affordability pressures, shifting customer behavior and ongoing demands for performance. At Green Mazda Lincoln in Springfield, Illinois, General Manager Colin Liss said the store is focused on the fundamentals to maintain stability and drive results on today’s episode of Inside Automotive. As a...
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The Executive Profile: How Corina Diehl overcame adversity to build a thriving 22-store dealer group
Welcome to another edition of the Executive Profile. Recently, anchor Jim Fitzpatrick traveled to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and spoke with the owner and CEO of Diehl Automotive Group, Corina Diehl. Diehl is...
Ernie Boch Jr. on building a legacy that goes beyond the dealership
When it comes to the automotive industry, few names carry the same weight as Ernie Boch Jr. A visionary entrepreneur, philanthropist, and music enthusiast, Boch Jr. has built on his...
The Executive Profile: What’s next for dealer and philanthropist Rita Case?
Welcome to another edition of the Executive Profile on CBT News. Recently, anchor Jim Fitzpatrick traveled to Davie, Florida, to speak with Rita Case, president and CEO of the legendary...From Our Publishing Partners
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3 recommendations for modern automotive marketers
For decades, automotive advertising has operated within a familiar structure: National campaigns led by original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), regional marketing managed by dealer associations, and hyper-local promotions executed by individual dealerships. This framework, known as tier 1, tier 2, and tier 3 marketing, has helped provide coordination between brands, regional associates, and dealerships. But today’s consumer journey looks very different from even a few...
