Why Supply Chain Resilience Is Becoming a Competitive Advantage for Dealerships

Why Supply Chain Resilience Is Becoming a Competitive Advantage for Dealerships By Andrea Karsian As I continue speaking with dealers and suppliers across the industry, one thing is becoming increasingly clear: the pressure on the automotive supply chain is intensifying at every level. Ford’s recent move to tighten supplier accountability is one of the clearest […]

One Million Buyers Have Left the New-Car Market.

One Million Buyers Have Left the New-Car Market. Here’s Why Dealers Should Pay Attention. By Karen Dillon For years, the automotive industry operated under a familiar assumption: no matter what disruptions occurred, the U.S. new-car market would eventually rebound to pre-pandemic levels. Factory shutdowns, inventory shortages, supply chain interruptions, and semiconductor issues were all viewed […]

Dealers Are Still Optimistic. Here’s Why That Matters.

Dealers Are Still Optimistic. Here’s Why That Matters. By Peter “webdoc” Martin If there is one thing I have learned after spending decades working with dealerships across North America, it is this: Dealers are some of the most resilient business operators in the country. Even when the headlines feel negative, the economy feels uncertain, and […]

The Gordie Howe Bridge Is More Than Infrastructure.

The Gordie Howe Bridge Is More Than Infrastructure. It’s a Wake-Up Call for the Automotive Industry. By Peter “webdoc” Martin Most dealers probably are not spending much time thinking about an international bridge between Detroit and Windsor. Maybe they should. The nearly completed Gordie Howe International Bridge may become one of the most important automotive […]