| 2015 Volkswagen GTI + Tanner Foust + Too Many GoPros to Count = Fahrvergnügen |
Jun 3rd, 2014 |
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Volkswagen would probably like it if we started off this post by announcing that if you purchase a 2015 GTI by the end of the month, the automaker will throw in a free GoPro camera. Pretty neat, right? Indeed, although we doubt you can top VW’s clever YouTube promo for the giveaway, which involves Tanner […]
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| 2015 Audi RS7 Photos and Information: Updates Styling for Audi’s Supersedan |
Jun 3rd, 2014 |
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We dig the Audi A7 and S7 sedans for their beautiful looks and near perfect overall execution, but the real mindbender is the RS7. Packing an awesome 560-hp twin-turbo V-8, it recently took the top podium spot in a comparison test against the Mercedes-Benz CLS63 AMG and the BMW M6 Gran Coupe. Just a few […]
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| From the C/D Archives: Our Original Test of the 1997 Plymouth Prowler |
Jun 3rd, 2014 |
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Last time we wrapped our hands around a Prowler, “Tonya X” wrecked the thing (C/D, 1996 April Fools’ issue). Well, not totally, but she tore off both front wheels, planted a blue spruce in the engine bay, and there was the not-inconsequential matter of a medium-sized fire. Still, she loves this neo-hot rod, even if […]
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| F&I Tip of the Week: Selling Road Hazard Protection |
Jun 3rd, 2014 |
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Getting customers to say “Yes” to your road hazard tire-and-wheel program may be as easy as asking them how they feel. United Development Systems’ Gerry Gould explains in F&I’s Tip of the Week.
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| Experian: Average Loan Terms Stretch to Record High |
Jun 3rd, 2014 |
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Loan terms in the first quarter 2014 stretched to their highest level since the company began publicly reporting the data in 2006.
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| NCM Adds 3 Retail Experts |
Jun 3rd, 2014 |
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NCM Associates has hired Steven Kain, Chris Kahrs and George Gowen to act as executive conference moderators for the firm's 20 Groups Division.
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| NADA Study: Federal Rules Cost Dealerships More Than $3 Billion Each Year |
Jun 3rd, 2014 |
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According to a report commissioned by the NADA, the average dealership incurred $182,754 in costs to comply with federal mandates in 2012.
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| Dent Wizard Adds Southeast Regional Business Development Manager |
Jun 3rd, 2014 |
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Candi Hay will focus on acquisition, facilitation and process improvements of dealer accounts for the company’s repair services in Georgia and Alabama.
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| Franchised Dealers Realize Big Gains in Used Sales, CNW Reports |
Jun 3rd, 2014 |
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Used-vehicle sales in May increased nearly 11% from April, according to CNW. Franchised dealers led the way with a 4.3% increase in sales vs. one year ago, while independents realized a 3.4% increase.
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| Auto Finance ‘Running on All Cylinders,' Equifax Reports |
Jun 3rd, 2014 |
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Equifax reported today that auto finance’s total outstanding balance reached a record high in the opening quarter. New credit reached an eight-year high, while serious delinquencies fell to their lowest level in more than five years.
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