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Car Insurance Rates: What’s Behind the Rapid Increase and the Impact on Car Dealers?

Car insurance premiums have surged by 21% in the past year, with post-pandemic factors such as inflation, higher repair costs, and an uptick in severe accidents fueling the increase. As a result, consumers are finding it harder to afford coverage, leading many to opt for lower-priced vehicles.

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December 16, 2022

Preparing Your Service Department for Hybrids and Electric Vehicles

Electric vehicle repair is significantly different from the work needed for traditional cars, and even hybrids demand new skills and training. Adapting to an electric future will take work and demand flexibility, but it also offers many opportunities to dealers and their service departments.

A used car driving through snowy conditions

December 2, 2022

Which Features Do Used Car Buyers Want for Winter Driving?

Driving in winter conditions can be challenging, and drivers want to be confident that they’ll have the proper traction and clearance to handle wet, snowy roads. Anticipating customer needs is an important part of sourcing car inventory and running a successful dealership, so it pays to know what your customers are looking for this time of year and why.

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November 14, 2022

What Your Customers Think About When Shopping for Used Luxury Cars

For many dealers, customers interested in buying used luxury cars offer a unique and exciting opportunity. Luxury car buyers are highly discerning and knowledgeable, making effective marketing especially important. As a dealer, you need to know and understand who is buying used luxury cars and what they’re looking for.

Gen Z driver smiling in her used car

November 14, 2022

The Used Car Dealer’s Guide to Millennial and Gen Z Buyers

Millennials and Gen Z have revolutionized the way we shop. Is your dealership ready? As with all generations, they gather information in unique ways and have their own priorities when selecting a vehicle.