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Declines were observed across the market last week.
https://www.fi-magazine.com/376049/black-book-weekly-market-update-45
Many consumers shift from new for affordability, though some brands have robust new-EV sales month.
https://www.fi-magazine.com/376047/used-ev-market-shoots-up
Toyotas’ reverse lights can fail due to moisture issue.
https://www.fi-magazine.com/376045/hundreds-of-thousands-of-trucks-recalled
Be careful what you ask for … or what you get! Here are three critical components to review with your next compliance partner.
https://www.fi-magazine.com/376033/so-you-want-a-compliance-audit
Annual competition highlights, celebrates best practices in auto retail
https://www.fi-magazine.com/376031/reynolds-amplifiers-contest-returns
Forecast shows tariff rush fading, but price effects anticipated later this year.
https://www.fi-magazine.com/376027/new-vehicle-sales-fall-from-spike
Cox Automotive index finds Q1 improvements but pessimism about Q2.
https://www.fi-magazine.com/376025/auto-dealers-dim-on-market-future
Time Dealer of the Year Ray Farabaugh didn’t major in psychology for nothing. The Indiana auto group he helps lead runs on a human-centric philosophy.
https://www.fi-magazine.com/376023/the-people-business
Tariffs challenge will be easier to face with the support of dealer associations.
https://www.fi-magazine.com/375982/benefits-of-associating
Chris Walsh will continue to hold the position of president of the company after former CEO Barras' departure.
https://www.fi-magazine.com/376020/reynolds-and-reynolds-names-chris-walsh-acting-ceo
Activity, though down slightly from the previous week, was above the average seasonal prepandemic level.
https://www.fi-magazine.com/376008/black-book-weekly-market-update-44
In echo of actions against Scout, trade group demands that new Honda-Sony venture Afeela stop marketing, selling coming EV.
https://www.fi-magazine.com/376007/california-dealers-blast-new-honda-brand
April dip from unusual spring surge is still well above last year, Cox says.
https://www.fi-magazine.com/376005/used-vehicle-sales-fall
New annual observance intended to recognize retailers’ impact on overall industry, communities.
https://www.fi-magazine.com/376000/auto-dealers-feted
The 2025 online survey will remain open until 11:59 PM on Monday, May 19.
https://www.fi-magazine.com/375782/voting-for-2025-dealers-choice-awards-now-open
Affected unit volume drops dramatically despite a major event.
https://www.fi-magazine.com/375985/auto-recalls-fall-in-q1
April tariff winds buffet consumers, ending upswing in conditions.
https://www.fi-magazine.com/375983/new-vehicle-affordability-dips
Facing these realities should be a key strategy for automotive dealers.
https://www.fi-magazine.com/375972/solving-affordability-and-negative-equity-challenges
Reahard & Associates just released a new version of its recording and review service for F&I pros.
https://www.fi-magazine.com/375970/fi-training-tool-updated
Bidding and sales kept up their recent momentum nationally.
https://www.fi-magazine.com/375967/black-book-weekly-market-update-43
Overall April conditions didn’t benefit the consumer, especially those presenting more risk.
https://www.fi-magazine.com/375964/auto-credit-picture-muddled
Meanwhile, plentiful supply creates sales opportunities.
https://www.fi-magazine.com/375962/ev-tax-credits-on-chopping-block
The youngest auto consumers, who dominate today’s consumer base, require a different approach.
https://www.fi-magazine.com/375958/let-them-buy-before-you-sell
The collaborative ecosystem is designed to enhance customer connectivity, streamline engagement throughout the sales journey.
https://www.fi-magazine.com/375960/virtual-fi-launches-vmenu
In this video, Scott Wehman unlocks the secret to closing more sales with simple yet powerful trial close questions that ensure you and your customers are...
https://www.fi-magazine.com/375900/fi-trial-close
Embrace these practices and tell the world.
https://www.fi-magazine.com/375879/using-compliance-as-a-sales-tool
Thought and preparation should be leveraged in deciding how your dealership applies this wealth-generating tool.
https://www.fi-magazine.com/375912/maximizing-profitability-through-strategic-reinsurance
Spring activity surge extended in last week's wholesale business.
https://www.fi-magazine.com/375920/black-book-weekly-market-update-42
Study shows more consumers, particularly the youngest and those seeking service, have interest in embedded policies.
https://www.fi-magazine.com/375918/insurance-opportunities-grow-for-auto-dealers
White House eliminates one tariff and reduces another’s impact while keeping 25% duty on imported cars.
https://www.fi-magazine.com/375916/u-s-auto-industry-said-to-get-tariff-break
Enables dealers, OEMs to provide customers insurance as part of total ownership cost.
https://www.fi-magazine.com/375889/new-dms-app-launched
Swanky Lincoln-only dealership offers salon-like setting, extra perks.
https://www.fi-magazine.com/375884/holman-adds-n-j-store
Rethinking auto financing for a new era of buyers
https://www.fi-magazine.com/375886/adapting-to-changing-consumer-expectations
Each has its own strengths and challenges, but there is one to strive to achieve.
https://www.fi-magazine.com/375885/five-types-of-fi-managers
How you can use an international business success story to convince hesitant customers to protect their auto investments.
https://www.fi-magazine.com/375878/a-logical-real-world-case-for-a-vsc
As new and used vehicles start to see trade tariff effects already, there are some bargains to be had.
https://www.fi-magazine.com/375881/some-cars-see-price-cuts
It’s wise to approach today’s consumer from more than one angle to stay ahead of ever-changing tastes.
https://www.fi-magazine.com/375866/maximize-your-ad-spend-with-multi-platforms
U.S. trade tariff effects continued to influence wholesale activity last week.
https://www.fi-magazine.com/375864/black-book-weekly-market-update-41
News site calls it fastest growing U.S. EV maker, gaining ground on falling Tesla.
https://www.fi-magazine.com/375862/chevy-is-electrified
Several brands’ new models do well in latest crash testing.
https://www.fi-magazine.com/375859/vehicle-safety-awards-bestowed
J.D. Power tries to foresee how duties will affect vehicle prices, sales.
https://www.fi-magazine.com/375847/tariff-impact-forecast
What’s now a Stellantis brand highlights its innovations over the decades.
https://www.fi-magazine.com/375845/chrysler-marks-centennial
Fatalities still elevated from 10 years ago; greater enforcement sought.
https://www.fi-magazine.com/375830/road-deaths-drop
Wholesale market activity remained robust last week amid U.S. trade tariff developments.
https://www.fi-magazine.com/375828/black-book-weekly-market-update-40
Most regions see first-quarter growth, though trade war, reduced incentives likely to slow adoption.
https://www.fi-magazine.com/375826/world-ev-sales-up
An effective sales tool also helps dealers stay compliant.
https://www.fi-magazine.com/375813/read-this-menu
New offering designed to empower the future of automotive retail.
https://www.fi-magazine.com/375814/aiauto-debuts-ai-driven-solutions
Giving to employees, as well as communities, results in dividends in the end.
https://www.fi-magazine.com/375779/caring-culture-pays-off
Wednesday pause of reciprocal duties on dozens of countries doesn’t include imports of autos, coming auto parts tariff.
https://www.fi-magazine.com/375803/auto-tariffs-still-in-play
March credit loosening, though, came with compromises.
https://www.fi-magazine.com/375801/auto-loans-easier-to-come-by-1