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Updated August 3, 2020Today’s dealers need a confident auction sourcing strategy to succeed. Why? Because achieving a higher gross and turn for your dealership starts with buying the right cars at the right price.Dealers should walk into each auction knowing what to expect — and how to leave with...
Moving inventory quickly is critical to your dealership’s success, but it’s tougher than ever for dealers to meet the ideal 30-day turn rate.For years, dealers industry-wide have tried to improve inventory turn rates by lowering prices. But this is just a temporary solution — and even worse — one...
Updated July 30, 2020For good or bad, most car buyers today refuse to take a car dealer at their word, especially when it comes to buying a used car. Vehicle history reports are virtually non-negotiable in today’s world of ultra-transparent deals. Which leaves dealers with a sticky question: Should...
Even the largest dealer groups aren’t immune to the challenges of today’s retail market. OEMs, online platforms, and third-party lead providers are all driving down prices — causing your stores to compete on cost instead of value.Despite this, dealerships have continued to sell cars the same way for years....
Adesa auctions are the gold standard for many dealers. They focus heavily on the customer experience by providing unique products and features that dealers love. Adesa auctions are fun, easy to use, and always full of great inventory. With 75 physical auction locations around North America, nearly everyone in the...
Do you feel in control of your dealership’s advertising strategy? If you’re relying on third-party listing sites to market your inventory, it probably seems like they’re calling the shots instead of you. That’s because these sites aren’t just trying to help dealerships — they are trying to help themselves. Third-party marketplaces...