Cox Automotive’s Forecast: 2024 – A Return to Normalcy in the U.S. Auto Market
For 2024, the Cox Automotive Economic and Industry Insights team sees the U.S. auto market being steered by these five key themes.
Invisible Protection: The Importance of Paint Protection Film for Autos
Designed to act as an invisible barrier against road debris, stone chips, bug splatter, bird droppings and harsh weather conditions, PPF plays a crucial role in safeguarding a vehicle’s paint finish.
FTC Pauses CARS Rule Effective Date
Decision protects law-abiding dealers from uncertainty created by inaccurate claims that rule requires overhaul by honest dealers.
Identifying Gaps in Digital Retailing Solutions & 5 Easy Fixes
Inconsistencies slow the purchase process, erode consumer trust and eliminate the willingness to purchase.
Velocity Automotive Integrates Digital Vehicle Portfolios into Rapid Recon Services
Velocity Automotive Engage Digital Vehicle Portfolios are a powerful online shopper engagement tool that brings leads and buyers into the dealership.
Valvoline Unveils Restore & Protect Premium Motor Oil
Restore & Protect removes up to 100% of engine-killing deposits with continuous use, restoring engines to run like factory clean while protecting against future damage.
Executive Spotlight with Euwart Anderson of Vehlo
Euwart shares insights on how the Rapid Recon and Velocity Automotive acquisitions provide more value to dealers, with an emphasis on efficient, low-touch integration of technologies to improve customer and employee experiences in service lanes.
Dealer Services Network Acquires QuickView Technologies
DSN acquires a modern web platform that streamlines the tag, title and registration process for Texas automotive dealerships.
Pilot Travel Centers, GM, EVgo Make Convenient, Accessible Charging a Reality
Now available in 13 states, the network features an elevated charging experience, providing EV travelers access to the same amenities offered at existing Pilot and Flying J travel center locations.
Closing the Appraisal Gap
A new OBD II enriched with VIN-centric reconditioning cost data, not estimates, is now integrated into workflow software to eliminate intentionally overlooked or ignored yet authentic reconditioning exposure at appraisal.
