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Every year, the NADA conference is an event I circle on my calendar. There’s no better time to talk shop, connect with other professionals, and

When I was ready to purchase my first vehicle, I was full of excitement. I thought nothing could bring me down and the only challenge

Dealerships have consistently shown resilience, overcoming obstacles and embracing change with every passing year. 2024 has been no different, as new trends and challenges have

Tips for Boosting Service Loyalty

One of the biggest problems dealerships face is defection. Customers are spending a majority of parts and service dollars, nearly 70% of $310 billion according

The Lost Art of the Needs Assessment

You know the old adage, “you don’t know what you don’t know?” That applies to car buyers as well. Most shoppers are intent on purchasing the

Text Messaging

With 68% of Canadians owning a smartphone, text messaging has become a regular form of communication. We’ve become used to it. So much in fact,

True Stories

Approximately 70 percent of buying experiences are based on how customers feel they are being treated. And, it takes 12 positive experiences to make up

Service Department

Picture this: You arrive at a hotel after a long day of travel.  It’s well past midnight and you find yourself alone in a quiet

Papercuts

When I talk to dealers today, I’ll inevitably hear a comment about how dealerships are drowning in paper — from Sales, F&I, and Accounting to Service,

Birthday

A simple birthday card can make a difference. Yet in my experience, most dealerships don’t send birthday cards to customers on a regular basis. Those