Future of auto dealer franchise law is up for debate

Future of auto dealer franchise law is up for debate https://ift.tt/GM3v9qm

Some states, including West Virginia and North Carolina, have adopted new language in dealer franchise laws to address such changes in the industry as over-the-air updates and vehicle reservations.

Watch creep of agency model in European market

Watch creep of agency model in European market https://ift.tt/uThYEba

Where they can, more automakers are taking control of the transaction and leaving dealers as delivery agents. The potential for bad — and good — outcomes bears close scrutiny.

Dealerships fuel engagement with social media

Dealerships fuel engagement with social media https://ift.tt/aYpVQGD

Henson Brand stores in Texas reach 140,000 customers and potential customers each week with promotions on a variety of platforms.

Service department turnover issues go beyond pay

Service department turnover issues go beyond pay https://ift.tt/6rxAlC1

Managers who responded to a survey by Carlisle & Co. said they're trying to show techs and advisers a viable career path and striving to improve the culture and work environment on the service drive.

Legacy Automotive raises $500 million to fuel dealers making acquisitions

Legacy Automotive raises $500 million to fuel dealers making acquisitions https://ift.tt/ojeyVhg

Legacy Automotive Capital is aiming to deploy $500 million over the next 36 months by assisting dealers in acquiring property in buy-sell transactions or providing them capital via a dealership sale-leaseback.

Dealer declines to buy 3-wheeled Honda after crash

Dealer declines to buy 3-wheeled Honda after crash https://ift.tt/1mJltyi

The son of former MLB player Don Mattingly tried to sell his vehicle even though it was missing a tire and had clear evidence of a recent crash.