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Today’s car buyers are no different than any other modern consumer – they expect a personalized experience. They’ve come to expect that the research they do online will translate into targeted ads and offers and that their interactions with your dealership, whether online or in person, will be tailored to what they want and who…
Read moreToday’s car buyers expect a personalized experience, just like they get from companies like Amazon and Netflix. To keep up, dealerships need to harness the power of data and AI, and luckily, these tools are now within reach. Traditional dealership customer journey mapping was helpful, but it only showed you the past. Now, with AI…
Read moreProfit margins are tighter than ever in today’s car market. The days of easy $3,000+ profits on every used car are mostly gone. But the core principles of “buy low, sell high, and turn fast” are still key. To succeed, you need smart merchandising. What is Vehicle Merchandising? “Vehicle merchandising”—we hear it all the time,…
Read moreAs we move into 2025, AI and machine learning (ML) are set to transform automotive retail. Beyond customer interactions, these technologies are reshaping dealership inventory management, pricing, and operations. In 2024, AI expanded into back-office functions like credit processing and identity verification. This year, it will be deeply integrated into inventory management and operations. Click…
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The smarter vehicles get, the more refined or “interconnected” future changes in automobile technology will be. By 2030, up to 90% of new cars are anticipated to have built-in connectivity, which will fundamentally transform production. By that year, McKinsey predicts that 95% of new cars will have advanced connectivity. But beyond that, what will the…
Read moreOne for the books! Well, this NADA will go down in history books for sure. Unprecedented snowstorms, cancelled flights, and cross-country roadtrips set the scene for a crazy weekend in New Orleans. The Lotlinx team went above and beyond to put on a show worthy of its dealer attendees, complete with live speaking sessions, round-the-clock…
Read moreTime is ticking on 2024, with less than five weeks to go. With customer confidence growing, high inventory, the best OEM programs, and the lowest pre-owned prices, this December is arguably the most critical month of 2024. But it’s up to you, the salesperson or dealership owner, to increase car sales. With these quick tips…
Read moreThe used car market has been a rollercoaster ride in recent years, influenced by factors like the pandemic, supply chain disruptions, and rising interest rates. As we look into 2025, learn the potential used car inventory trends that could shape the sector. January 2025 Used Car Market Forecast Inventory Used car inventory remains tight While…
Read moreIt’s common knowledge that the holiday season is a prime time for car buyers, making it a busy period for dealerships. However, not all days and weeks within this festive window are the same. According to MarketWatch, “the best time to buy a car is from October through January 1, with December as the standout.”…
Read moreNovember has been an important month for the automotive inventory market as dealers and manufacturers strive to balance supply and demand amidst various economic and technological challenges. The post-cyber breach landscape is stabilizing but has left a big imprint on how inventory data is managed and reported. This reset in operations provides the backdrop for…
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