Why Fixed Ops Teams in 2026 Must Embrace Real-Time Data

Why Fixed Ops Teams in 2026 Must Embrace Real-Time Data Fixed operations have always been the financial backbone of dealerships. In 2026, that role has become even more critical. New vehicle profit margins are tighter than ever. Customer expectations are rising. Technician availability is strained. Every part of your service and parts department needs to […]

Buying association for car dealerships

How a Buying Association Can Save Your Dealership: Lessons from REI and the Future of Auto Supply Chains. If you run a new car dealership today, you are not just in the car business anymore, you are in the supply chain business whether you like it or not. Over the last few years, the ground […]

Why Email Marketing Outperforms Organic Search

Why Email Marketing Outperforms Organic Search – And What Most Businesses Still Get Wrong For more than 30 years, I’ve helped businesses of every size grow their digital footprint, strengthen customer engagement, and drive measurable revenue. I’ve watched every major marketing trend come and go, every algorithm change, every platform rise and fall. And through […]

Why Every NADA Vendor Needs a Strong Directory Description

Why Every NADA Vendor Needs a Strong Directory Description As I was reviewing the official NADA 2026 Exhibitor Directory, I was amazed to see how many vendors still have no description listed under their company profile. Considering the investment that exhibitors make to have a booth at NADA, this is a huge, missed opportunity. For […]