Car Dealers Add-On Services Emerge as Biggest Profit Generator - Duh!
Apr 8, 2019
As dealers’ profit margins on new-car sales shrink, they are relying more on selling extended warranties, paint-protection plans, and other add-on services pushed by salespeople in the finance office, reports The Wall Street Journal. “Where dealers really keep their head up is boosting interest rates from the bank ... Continue reading
Apr 8, 2019
SEAT continues to spearhead the introduction of compressed natural gas (CNG) technology, giving customers the widest choice of vehicles that are cleaner, more sustainable and offer even greater efficiency.The brand’s range includes the Mii Ecofuel, Ibiza TGI, Arona TGI and Leon TGI, meaning there is a CNG-powered veh ... Continue reading
Apr 8, 2019
RECALLS-read more about the safety issue Porsche recall.To find out if your specific passenger vehicle is included in the recall, use our VIN Look-up Tool. ... Continue reading
Apr 7, 2019
This Weeks Can't Miss Automotive Stories: New Vehicle Sales Scoreboard; Takata Still Killing; Hyundai and Kia Fire Investigation; GM EV US Tax Break Halfed; Autonomous Vehicle News; Profitable Traffic Tickets; Ghosn Re Re Re Re Arrested (心室無収縮); German Car Co's Charges; Tariffs; Tesla Troubles (yet again); FC ... Continue reading
AUTO LAB RADIO LIVE FROM NYC, Saturday April 6. 2019; WNYM Radio AM 970 7-9 AM
Apr 6, 2019
Auto Lab Talk Radio on New York City's WNYM Radio AM 970 Is Streamed Worldwide On TheAutoChannel.Com Car Question or Concern? Automotive Career Opportunity, Call Toll Free 888-692-7234 To Speak With An Auto Lab Expert Auto Lab is also about the automotive industry, its history, and its culture, presenting the ideas and ... Continue reading
Judge Rules Auto Dealer's Lawsuit Against TrueCar Can Go to Trial
Apr 3, 2019
Washington DC April 3, 2019; The AIADA newsletter reported that over the past four years, TrueCar has changed its business model and leadership team to improve its relationship with dealers, but 2015 litigation accusing the company of false advertising could head to trial this year, according to Automotive News. Consum ... Continue reading
Apr 3, 2019
30th Annual Spring Motorcycle Show Hosts Renowned Exhibits and New Features Covering Full Range of Motorcycling To Suit Every Rider’s Style Toronto Ontario (3 April 2019) – The 30th edition of the Toronto Spring Motorcycle Show presented by RidersPlus Insurance, 6 - 7 April at Toronto’s Internation ... Continue reading
Apr 3, 2019
Automobile sales in the U.S. fell 2% in the first quarter, another sign the nation’s economy is starting to slow. Automakers sold just over 4 million vehicles from January through March, according to Ward’s Automotive Intelligence, and industry analysts blame the decline on rising vehicle prices, competition from a ... Continue reading
Need a car to drive for Lyft or Uber? Subprime Customers Can Buy Vehicles
Apr 3, 2019
DriveItAway, Inc., the industry leader in car dealer focused Shared Mobility, announces today a ground breaking industry partnership with CloudOne, which owns and operates one of the most fully-integrated automotive call center-based infrastructures within the United States, specifically designed to seamlessly facilita ... Continue reading
Apr 1, 2019
Reuters reported that half of U.S. adults think automated vehicles are more dangerous than traditional vehicles operated by people, while nearly two-thirds said they would not buy a fully autonomous vehicle, according to a new Reuters/Ipsos opinion poll. In the same poll, about 63 percent of those who responded said th ... Continue reading
NHTSA Safety Recalls Announced April 1, 2019
Apr 1, 2019
The following may apply to one or more of your vehicles if your vehicle is listed below. Volkswagen, Hyundai, Alfa Romeo, RAM, Lexus, BMW, Mclaren, Mercedes-Benz, Ford, Freightliner, Jayco, Buses, Trailers, RV's . ... Continue reading
Nutson's Digest - Important Car and Truck News Week Ending March 30, 2019
Mar 31, 2019
By Larry Nutson: Ford Dealers Shown New Ford Bronco; TACH Journalists See New Ford Escape; GM Wants To Remove Vehicle Driver Controls; Psst, Hey Mister Wanna Buy A Car Company?; Tariffs Worrying Car Makers; NYC Congestion Fees; Tesla Wins Case; New Car Sales Down, Prices Up; Pickups Prices Up Quality Down; European Car ... Continue reading
IIHS Cars For Teens - Updated Recommendations +VIDEO
Mar 31, 2019
IIHS tightens criteria for recommended used vehicles for teens ARLINGTON, Va. — The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety is applying more stringent criteria to its list of recommended used vehicles for teens, as recent safety improvements have percolated down to lower-cost used cars, SUVs, minivans and pickups. ... Continue reading
AUTO LAB RADIO LIVE FROM NYC, Saturday March 30, 2019; WNYM Radio AM 970 7-9 AM
Mar 30, 2019
Auto Lab listeners can find audio recordings of the past 20 years of archived Auto Lab shows as simulcast on The Auto Channel includes; Audio-on-Demand Archives, Community College Automotive Programs Listings ... Continue reading
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