Solera

AUGUST 8, 2023

Independent car dealerships must remain competitive compared to other independent dealers in their area and large national chains with big budgets, a strong brand identity, and access to a nationwide inventory. It can be tough out there, but many independent dealerships are not only competitive, but they thrive.

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Car Dealership Car Finance Customer Service 130

AutoSuccess

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

We talked with their used car manager, Bryan Bough, about their private-party buying program. They didnt just tweak their existing process; they completely reinvented how they acquire used cars. Streamlined Lead Management Managing leads from private sellers initially felt overwhelming.

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Car Management Vehicle Used Cars 90

AutoSuccess

JULY 9, 2024

It’s no secret that dealers are facing a complex set of challenges when sourcing used car inventory. While supply constraints have been a major focus, it’s also important to consider how demand dynamics are influencing the used car market and complicating dealerships’ ability to source inventory effectively.

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Used Cars Car Finance Car Dealership 59

AutoSuccess

OCTOBER 21, 2024

While some dealerships are happy sending their used car manager to the auction, others who aren’t satisfied with that approach need to get a little scrappy and think outside the box. Finding a good used car buyer is one of the biggest hurdles dealers face when trying to explore alternative acquisition channels. .

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Used Cars Car Car Dealership Management 52

Auto Remarketing

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

The world of car dealerships is a dynamic and ever-evolving industry that operates in tandem with economic cycles. In a down market, car dealerships face unique challenges that test their adaptability and resilience. Being a car dealer in a down market is undoubtedly challenging, but it’s not insurmountable.

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Car Dealership Customer Service Finance Management 105

Auto Remarketing

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Independent car dealerships had to navigate a number of trends in 2024, from supply constraints to consumers reacting to new economic pressures. While the coming year is showing positive signs for used-dar dealers, we’ve learned that the future is never certain. That’s when financing becomes more important.

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Car Transportation Used Cars Finance 52

AutoSuccess

JUNE 27, 2024

AppraisalPRO officially launched, laser-focused on revolutionizing the vehicle appraisal industry with AI training on its vast proprietary database that’s designed to provide new and used car dealers nationwide with the market’s most powerful tool for optimizing trade-in values.

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Mechanic ASE Used Cars Vehicle 40