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The Modern Back Office
The back office is the backbone of any business. It is the fuel that makes the engine of a company function. The back office of a company refers to the administrative and support functions necessary to run a business but are not directly related to sales or customer...
The Auto Dealership Printer Waste Problem
Auto dealerships are notorious for generating a lot of documentation, and the need for printing comes along with that. Unfortunately, the high volume of printing can often lead to waste and cost auto dealerships money. Many businesses may not even realize how much...
The Top 10 Best Selling Cars of All Time
Cars have been a staple of transportation for over a century. There have been thousands of auto manufacturers and car models that have found their way onto the lots of auto dealerships in the USA. Some sold great, like the Ford Model T, and others were flops, like...
Top Auto Dealership And Car Sales Movies
It seems like a good bet that if a car dealership is in a movie, the cast will be involved in some unscrupulous activities. Regardless, it’s still nice to see our industry on the big screen, no matter the misconceptions associated with the business. This list of films...
The Top 5 Auto Industry Trends for 2023
The last three years have experienced disruptions in the auto industry unlike anything seen since the production shutdowns of World War II. Prior to that, you would have to go to the turn of the century, when Henry Ford introduced the Model T and revolutionized car...
10 Biggest Complaints About Auto Dealerships
Last year, state, local, and federal agencies received countless consumer complaints. Topping the category for complaints was the category of auto sales and repairs, as per the Consumer Federation of America. The complaint categories included industries that are...
Top Factors That Motivate Car Buyers
Car sales are back on the rise. After a few years of decline, 2022 has seen an increase of over 6% in new car sales and an increase of over 3% since summer. And, for USA auto manufacturers, the news is optimistic, with GM reporting third-quarter sales up 24%. Part of...
Digital Security Concerns Within Auto Dealerships
In the digital age, cyber security is one of the biggest concerns. Sit down; we have some scary statistics for you... In 2021, cybercrimes cost the US $6.9 billion. There is a cybercrime every 37 seconds, and two people have their data leaked online every second. For...
Benefits For EV Models And What That Means For Your Dealership
In the field of EV vehicles, electric motor and vehicle control technologies are an intricate part of the fast-growing auto industry. But, unfortunately, there isn’t necessarily a best or worst option for consumers concerned about the environment, fuel efficiency, or...
The Recession’s Economic Impact on Auto Dealerships: Part 2
The COVID-19 Pandemic along with the Recession has impacted the economy. The auto industry has been particularly hit hard. In a previous post, we talked about how the economy is affecting car buyers, and in this part two article, we will talk about a few of the ways...