# dealership (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 3 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover dealership. Page: Feed: --- ## [Used-car results of public retailers exemplify ‘divergence’](https://www.autoremarketing.com/ar/retail/used-car-results-of-public-retailers-exemplify-divergence/) _2026-08-21 · Auto Remarketing Editor Joe Overby · Get Automotive News & Industry Insights | Auto Remarketing_ They may have faced similarly challenging environments in the second quarter, but the six publicly traded dealership groups had earnings results that “varied wildly,” according to the Q2 2026 Public Auto Retailer Results analysis from The Presidio Group. And while the report delves into the wide spectrum of operational results, “one of the clearest examples of divergence” \[…\] The post Used-car… ## [YASSI opens technology innovation center in Chicago](https://www.autoremarketing.com/ar/technology/yassi-opens-technology-innovation-center-in-chicago/) _2026-08-21 · Nick Zulovich · Get Automotive News & Industry Insights | Auto Remarketing_ The latest move in this summer’s notable development push by Yotta Automated Software Solutions (YASSI) is a physical location in the Windy City. This week, the enterprise vehicle intelligence platform opened its technology innovation center in Chicago, extending the company’s investment in the infrastructure and people behind its growing national platform. Located at Two Prudential \[…\] The post… ## [Cox Automotive recognizes technician excellence in Top Tech Finals](https://www.autoremarketing.com/ar/wholesale/cox-automotive-recognizes-technician-excellence-in-top-tech-finals/) _2026-08-21 · Auto Remarketing Editor Joe Overby · Get Automotive News & Industry Insights | Auto Remarketing_ Cox Automotive recently hosted its 2026 Top Tech Finals, bringing the top technicians from the company’s Cox Fleet and Manheim business units for an annual skills competition for technical excellence. Nearly 900 technicians participated in the initial qualifier exam, then competitors went through five regional competitions throughout the U.S., competing in light/medium-duty, heavy-duty and trailer… ## [JD Power 2026 U.S. Tech Experience Index reinforces consumer desire for ‘simpler’ vehicles](https://www.autoremarketing.com/ar/analysis/jd-power-2026-u-s-tech-experience-index-reinforces-consumer-desire-for-simpler-vehicles/) _2026-08-21 · Nick Zulovich · Get Automotive News & Industry Insights | Auto Remarketing_ Carfax recently highlighted how “less complex vehicles” topped its reliability rankings. Findings from the JD Power 2026 U.S. Tech Experience Index (TXI) Study released on Thursday reinforced why those vehicles would be viewed so favorably. Amid growing complaints about screen overload in today’s vehicles, JD Power’s research found that owners are most satisfied with the \[…\] The post JD Power 2026… ## [Alfa Romeo and DS name top dealers at Prestige Awards](https://www.motortradenews.com/dealer-insights/alfa-romeo-and-ds-name-top-dealers-at-prestige-awards/) _2026-08-21 · Dylan Robertson · Motor Trade News_ Stellantis &You Leicester won Retailer of the Year for both brands. ## [Vessev Enters U.S. Market](https://tradeonlytoday.com/industry-news/vessev-enters-u-s-market/) _2026-08-21 · David Conway · Trade Only Today_ New Zealand-based manufacturer of electric hydrofoiling vessels raised $19 million and named its first U.S. customer. ## [Water Sports Foundation Reports PFD Advances](https://tradeonlytoday.com/industry-news/water-sports-foundation-reports-pfd-advances/) _2026-08-21 · David Conway · Trade Only Today_ New technology introduces a variety of life jacket types that will reach the market in 2027. ## [Vauxhall named Official Vehicle Partner of Rali Ceredigion](https://www.motortradenews.com/industry-market-news/vauxhall-named-official-vehicle-partner-of-rali-ceredigion/) _2026-08-21 · Dylan Robertson · Motor Trade News_ The brand will provide a fleet of 10 support vehicles for the safety and organisation teams. ## [Bowker Motor Group to open LEPAS dealer in Blackburn and Preston](https://www.motortradenews.com/dealer-insights/bowker-motor-group-to-open-lepas-dealer-in-blackburn-and-preston/) _2026-08-21 · Milly Standing · Motor Trade News_ The Preston dealership will operate from its temporary location on Channel Way while plans continue for a permanent site. ## [New car interest and ad volumes up ahead of plate change – Autotrader](https://www.motortradenews.com/industry-market-news/new-car-interest-and-ad-volumes-up-ahead-of-plate-change-autotrader/) _2026-08-21 · Dylan Robertson · Motor Trade News_ With average discounts rising to 10.5%, up from 9.8% in August 2025, Autotrader said the industry is well-placed for a strong September. ## [profullstack on Ko‑fi (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/1TdYPwuOedyh) _2026-08-21 · **Sponsored**_ Open the creator's Ko‑fi page. ## [Dealers turning to older cars due to ex-fleet stock shortage – Indicata](https://www.motortradenews.com/used-cars/dealers-turning-to-older-cars-due-to-ex-fleet-stock-shortage-indicata/) _2026-08-21 · Dylan Robertson · Motor Trade News_ Indicata found that fleets have been extending vehicle contracts, leading to a shortage of three to four-year old vehicles. ## [Jaguar tops JudgeService brand loyalty survey, Land Rover follows](https://www.motortradenews.com/dealer-insights/jaguar-tops-judgeservice-brand-loyalty-survey-land-rover-follows/) _2026-08-21 · Dylan Robertson · Motor Trade News_ 79% of Jaguar buyers stayed with the brand after switching dealership, despite it not having sold new cars since late 2024. ## [Copart aims for whole car operations to ‘increase dramatically,’ including through M&A](https://www.autoremarketing.com/ar/wholesale/copart-aims-for-whole-car-operations-to-increase-dramatically-including-through-ma/) _2026-08-20 · Auto Remarketing Editor Joe Overby · Get Automotive News & Industry Insights | Auto Remarketing_ Copart — and most any publicly traded company in the auto industry, for that matter — doesn’t typically hold conference calls between their regularly scheduled quarterly earnings calls with the investment community. But this year is a little different for the online vehicle auction company. On June 29, Copart announced a CEO transition, under which \[…\] The post Copart aims for whole car operations… ## [COMMENTARY: The sales recovery is real, and the inventory problem is, too](https://www.autoremarketing.com/ar/analysis/commentary-the-sales-recovery-is-real-and-the-inventory-problem-is-too/) _2026-08-20 · Nick Zulovich · Get Automotive News & Industry Insights | Auto Remarketing_ The automotive industry got some welcome news in the second quarter of 2026. New-vehicle sales rebounded 14% after a sluggish start to the year. Inventory tightened modestly, and several new model launches helped bring shoppers back into the market. Good news, certainly. But it doesn’t tell the whole story. Nearly half of all new vehicle \[…\] The post COMMENTARY: The sales recovery is real, and the… ## [Brindley Group opens dedicated Genesis dealer in Cannock](https://www.motortradenews.com/dealer-insights/brindley-group-opens-dedicated-genesis-dealer-in-cannock/) _2026-08-20 · Dylan Robertson · Motor Trade News_ The dealership has a dedicated customer lounge area, intended to reflect 'Son-nim', the Korean approach to hospitality. ## [Carwow to support 76-plate launch with marketing campaign](https://www.motortradenews.com/marketing-digital/carwow-to-support-76-plate-launch-with-marketing-campaign/) _2026-08-20 · Dylan Robertson · Motor Trade News_ Dealers that took part in Carwow's previous September plate-change campaign saw a 24% increase in factory order enquiries. ## [ABYC Announces 2027 Standards Week Dates](https://tradeonlytoday.com/industry-news/abyc-announces-2027-standards-week-dates/) _2026-08-20 · David Conway · Trade Only Today_ Industry experts will gather Jan. 10-15 in San Antonio for Project Technical Committee meetings and more. ## [Chery boosts warranty following dealer, aftersales feedback](https://www.motortradenews.com/news/chery-boosts-warranty-following-dealer-aftersales-feedback/) _2026-08-20 · Dylan Robertson · Motor Trade News_ Alternators, brake calipers, catalytic converters, fuel injectors, and oil pumps now benefit from seven years and 100,000 miles of cover. ## [NMMA Encourages Certification Inspections](https://tradeonlytoday.com/industry-news/nmma-encourages-certification-inspections/) _2026-08-20 · David Conway · Trade Only Today_ Manufacturers should schedule model year 2027 inspections within 30 days of signing certification agreements. ## [Marine Ideas Exchange Lineup Announced](https://tradeonlytoday.com/industry-news/marine-ideas-exchange-lineup-announced/) _2026-08-20 · Gary Reich · Trade Only Today_ The program, offered as part of IBEX registration, will bring together marine industry executives for a keynote conversation and forum sessions. ## [PixelRift — Platforming with Level Editor (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/DJIDL4A9i2cq) _2026-08-20 · **Sponsored**_ Includes a built-in level editor, campaign with elemental heroes, and boss encounters. ## [RAW Charging opens RHS Garden Wisley hub, offers free charging to celebrate](https://www.motortradenews.com/news/raw-charging-opens-rhs-garden-wisley-hub-offers-free-charging-to-celebrate/) _2026-08-20 · Dylan Robertson · Motor Trade News_ The hub, located near the M25's Junction 10, has a total of 32 charge points, split between eight 50kW chargers and 24 22kW chargers. ## [Take This Month’s Pulse Report Survey](https://tradeonlytoday.com/industry-news/august-pulse-report-survey/) _2026-08-20 · David Conway · Trade Only Today_ The survey gauges retail trends and other indicators among boat dealers. ## [Smaller cars offer more opportunities for dealers, finds Revive!](https://www.motortradenews.com/aftermarket-workshop/smaller-cars-offer-more-opportunities-for-dealers-finds-revive/) _2026-08-20 · Milly Standing · Motor Trade News_ Smaller cars like the Mini Cooper and Ford Fiesta presented the highest percentage sale price increases on properly prepped cars. ## [Close Brothers becomes bronze partner of Club Doncaster](https://www.motortradenews.com/industry-market-news/close-brothers-becomes-bronze-partner-of-club-doncaster/) _2026-08-20 · Milly Standing · Motor Trade News_ As a bronze partner, Close Brothers Motor Finance will work with Club Doncaster to support its wider community ambitions. ## [Volkswagen offers £1,000 off new cars in End of Summer Sale](https://www.motortradenews.com/industry-market-news/volkswagen-offers-1000-off-new-cars-in-end-of-summer-sale/) _2026-08-20 · Dylan Robertson · Motor Trade News_ The sale is offered across the Volkswagen car range, except for the ID. Polo, ID. Cross, ID.3 Neo and Golf GTI EDITION 50. ## [Conversational AI can boost EV confidence, says Keyloop](https://www.motortradenews.com/electric-vehicles/conversational-ai-can-boost-ev-confidence-says-keyloop/) _2026-08-20 · Dylan Robertson · Motor Trade News_ Keyloop said that the primary barrier to EV uptake is confidence, not cost, and that consumers are reluctant to ask questions in face-to-face interactions. ## [RAC Warranty boosts Scratch and Dent coverage, reports strong demand](https://www.motortradenews.com/aftermarket-workshop/rac-warranty-boosts-scratch-and-dent-coverage-reports-strong-demand/) _2026-08-20 · Dylan Robertson · Motor Trade News_ The cover will now contribute up to £250 towards motor insurance excess, if the customer decides to claim via insurance. ## [Gateway2Lease appoints Jade Bickerton as sales director](https://www.motortradenews.com/new-appointments/gateway2lease-appoints-jade-bickerton-as-sales-director/) _2026-08-20 · Dylan Robertson · Motor Trade News_ Bickerton previously ran her own consultancy firm, where she supported SMEs with growth plans. ## [Used EV sales soar 10% in July amid greater supply & higher gas prices](https://www.autoremarketing.com/ar/analysis/used-ev-sales-soar-10-in-july-amid-greater-supply-higher-gas-prices/) _2026-08-19 · Auto Remarketing Editor Joe Overby · Get Automotive News & Industry Insights | Auto Remarketing_ Used electric vehicle sales climbed more than 10% year-over-year in July and supply is becoming more plentiful, according to the EV Market Monitor Report released Monday by Cox Automotive. There were 36,810 used EV sales last month, Cox said in the report, beating year-ago figures by 10.1% and surpassing June by 7.9%. While Tesla continues \[…\] The post Used EV sales soar 10% in July amid greater… ## [COMMENTARY: Used cars, new fraud](https://www.autoremarketing.com/ar/analysis/commentary-used-cars-new-fraud/) _2026-08-19 · Auto Remarketing Editor Joe Overby · Get Automotive News & Industry Insights | Auto Remarketing_ Criminals don’t rely on fake pay stubs or forged signatures when they walk into your dealership anymore. They’re using synthetic identities. They’re generating STIPS with AI. They’re recruiting straw buyers, creating fake employers, and stacking loans. Modern day fraudsters are sophisticated, organized, and harder to spot. The fraud you thought you knew is gone. So \[…\] The post COMMENTARY: Used… ## [Install Manifest V3 Extension (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/alaJXDrrmqur) _2026-08-19 · **Sponsored**_ Get this Manifest V3 extension from the official TronBrowser Store listing. ## [COMMENTARY: The power of omnichannel for customer loyalty](https://www.autoremarketing.com/ar/analysis/commentary-the-power-of-omnichannel-for-customer-loyalty/) _2026-08-19 · Auto Remarketing Editor Joe Overby · Get Automotive News & Industry Insights | Auto Remarketing_ What is omnichannel and why is it essential for you? Omnichannel is how the whole dealership communicates with its customers. It’s about creating a consistent customer experience across all parts of the dealership, from sales to service, to phone calls and in-person interactions. It becomes the lifeline to encourage your consumers to continue engaging (and \[…\] The post COMMENTARY: The power of… ## [Dealer group news: M&A + automotive technician training in California](https://www.autoremarketing.com/ar/retail/dealer-group-news-ma-automotive-technician-training-in-california/) _2026-08-19 · Auto Remarketing Editor Joe Overby · Get Automotive News & Industry Insights | Auto Remarketing_ Sutherlin Automotive Group has acquired the top Kia dealership in Orange County, Calif.: Car Pros Kia Huntington Beach. The sale was announced by Kerrigan Advisors, which advised the seller, Car Pros Automotive Group, in the transaction. In addition to being the automaker’s No. 1 store in Orange County last year, Car Pros Huntington Beach was \[…\] The post Dealer group news: M&A + automotive… ## [ACV & Super Dispatch target more flexibility for carriers via expanded partnership](https://www.autoremarketing.com/ar/wholesale/acv-super-dispatch-target-more-flexibility-for-carriers-via-expanded-partnership/) _2026-08-19 · Nick Zulovich · Get Automotive News & Industry Insights | Auto Remarketing_ Super Dispatch and ACV Transportation expanded their partnership on Wednesday in a move meant to give auto transport carriers more flexibility in how they manage vehicle shipments. According to a news release, carriers can now choose to manage loads via ACV Transportation directly within Super Dispatch, eliminating duplicate data entry while allowing ACV and its \[…\] The post ACV & Super Dispatch… ## [Trump Pauses 50% Tariffs on Canadian Goods](https://tradeonlytoday.com/industry-news/trump-pauses-50-tariffs-on-canadian-goods/) _2026-08-19 · Gary Reich · Trade Only Today_ Though some boatbuilding input goods may face levies, boats are not specifically mentioned in the Section 338 tariff documents. ## [Omaya Yachts Appoints Head of Commercial](https://tradeonlytoday.com/industry-news/omaya-yachts-appoints-head-of-commercial/) _2026-08-19 · Gary Reich · Trade Only Today_ Jean Paul Vaele will steer the Bulgaria-based power cat builder’s international expansion and grow its dealer network. ## [FB Marine Group Names Product Manager](https://tradeonlytoday.com/industry-news/fb-marine-group-names-product-manager/) _2026-08-19 · Gary Reich · Trade Only Today_ Mike Victor will be in charge of the Contender product line at the Fort Lauderdale, Fla., dealership. ## [AutoVision debuts monthly report detailing used-car market](https://www.autoremarketing.com/ar/analysis/autovision-debuts-monthly-report-detailing-used-car-market/) _2026-08-18 · Auto Remarketing Editor Joe Overby · Get Automotive News & Industry Insights | Auto Remarketing_ Ford had the most used-vehicle sales of any brand from July 10-Aug. 9 and its F-150 was the top-selling used vehicle in the industry. The Blue Oval also swept the top three spots of best-selling 7- to 11-year-old vehicles and best-selling vehicles 12 years and older. But among late-model vehicles, there was a different king \[…\] The post AutoVision debuts monthly report detailing used-car market… ## [Copart welcomes seasoned attorney to board of directors](https://www.autoremarketing.com/ar/wholesale/copart-welcomes-seasoned-attorney-to-board-of-directors/) _2026-08-18 · Nick Zulovich · Get Automotive News & Industry Insights | Auto Remarketing_ After making changes to top leadership earlier this summer — including its CEO as well as its president — Copart announced on Tuesday that David Berger has joined its board of directors in a move that was effective last Thursday. According to a company news release, Berger currently serves as a senior partner of Wilson Sonsini \[…\] The post Copart welcomes seasoned attorney to board of directors… ## [ACV’s VIPER now available to dealership service departments nationwide](https://www.autoremarketing.com/ar/wholesale/acvs-viper-now-available-to-dealership-service-departments-nationwide/) _2026-08-18 · Nick Zulovich · Get Automotive News & Industry Insights | Auto Remarketing_ Dealerships nationwide now can use the capabilities of VIPER from ACV Auctions. For example, like how they’re boosting the service drive at Plaza Auto Mall. “VIPER has fundamentally changed how we approach our service lane,” said Rob Patel, who is director of variable and internal fixed operations at Plaza Auto Mall, which has Honda, Toyota, \[…\] The post ACV’s VIPER now available to dealership… ## [Performance Brokerage Services Advises on the Sale of Sundance Marine in Grand Junction, Colorado to Jeff Taylor](https://tradeonlytoday.com/classifieds/performance-brokerage-services-advises-on-the-sale-of-sundance-marine-in-grand-junction-colorado-to-jeff-taylor/) _2026-08-18 · Jessica Schultz · Trade Only Today_ Summary: Performance Brokerage Services, the leader in dealership buy-sell activity, announces the sale of Sundance Marine in Grand Junction, Colorado from Ron and Susan Richardson to Jeff Taylor. Location: Irvine, California Performance Brokerage Services, North America’s highest volume dealership brokerage firm, is pleased to announce the sale of Sundance Marine in Grand Junction, Colorado, from… ## [BRP Launches Retail Financing Program](https://tradeonlytoday.com/industry-news/brp-launches-retail-financing-program/) _2026-08-18 · Gary Reich · Trade Only Today_ The company will offer the service to customers who purchase products through its U.S. dealer network, including the Sea-Doo brand. ## [Sundance Marine Changes Hands](https://tradeonlytoday.com/industry-news/sundance-marine-changes-hands/) _2026-08-18 · Gary Reich · Trade Only Today_ The Grand Junction, Colo., dealership has been sold by owners Ron and Susan Richardson to Jeff Taylor.