🗞️ Industry roundup: FROM REUTERS: U.S. first-quarter auto sales get a lift from looming Trump tariffs U.S. auto sales rose 4.8% in the first quarter to approximately 3.91 million units, driven by strong demand for pickup trucks and SUVs. General Motors led the market with a 17% increase in sales, fueled by popular models like…
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Early Adopters See Significant Gains, but Industry-Wide Implementation Still Has Room for Growth DETROIT, March 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Lotlinx, the auto industry’s leading VIN-specific data company for dealership inventory management, announced today results of its latest industry survey, highlighting the increasing adoption and significant benefits of machine-driven technologies among auto retailers. The online survey,…
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🗞️ Industry roundup: FROM PR NEWSWIRE: Spring optimism boosts U.S. automobile dealer sentiment, despite weak profits, growing costs U.S. auto dealers are entering spring with increased optimism, as the market outlook index for Q1 reaches 58, the highest since 2022, indicating growing confidence for the next three months. While conditions have improved slightly from last…
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February 2025 showed mixed signals, with a slight uptick in sales but continued challenges in both new and used vehicle segments. Used car prices demonstrated signs of stabilization; however, inventory constraints remained a pressing issue, with the average days’ supply tightening to 39 days. Economic uncertainties and new trade policies introduced additional risks, particularly with…
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It’s Your Dealership, It’s Your Decision – Agentic AI Just Makes It Easier Technology is moving a million miles per hour, and the future of dealership marketing is evolving with it. The way cars are bought and sold has changed drastically in the past few years, and only the dealerships that adapt will be the…
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Don’t Just Buy the AI Hype—Make It Work for Your Dealership AI is everywhere in the automotive industry, promising to revolutionize inventory management, marketing, pricing, and more. But not all AI is created equal. Some vendors are selling high-tech promises without delivering real, measurable results. For dealers, AI should be more than just a buzzword—it…
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The car buying process has changed dramatically in recent years. Customers expect an easy experience—one where they can find the exact vehicle they want, at the right price, without spending hours searching through listings that don’t match their needs. This is where using AI for a car dealership can help disrupt automotive retailing. AI-powered solutions,…
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As we settle into 2025, dealers are facing a big decision: Should they focus more on selling used cars or lean into new vehicle sales? The answer isn’t easy because various market factors—from inventory levels to shifting consumer demand—are influencing sales strategies. With data from Lotlinx Vinsights, Kelley Blue Book, and other key industry sources,…
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Today’s car shoppers live online. They research, compare, and often select their vehicle digitally, but still crave the in-person experience for final purchase. For dealerships, this means survival relies on a strong omnichannel strategy. It’s not just about being present online; it’s about connecting every digital and physical touchpoint into a user-friendly journey. Meeting customers…
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When it comes to selling more cars and maximizing profitability, data is your dealership’s best asset. But with so many tools available, it can be tough to know where to focus. Two of the biggest strategies in data analytics for car dealers are data mining and equity mining. While they may sound similar, they serve…
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