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Stockwave Starts Out Strong
I think we can all imagine a moment when you feel the collective energy of a lot of people. Maybe it’s in church, at a concert or even on a co…
If Everyone Uses The Same Tools, Where’s The Advantage?
A dealer recently posed a good question after reading an article of mine about Stockwave, vAuto's latest i…
4 Ways To Drive A Retail-First Strategy In Used Vehicles
Here’s a key question every dealer should consider as they look for ways to improve their performance in used vehicles: Are we wholesaling too…
A Warm Dealertrack Welcome For Stockwave
It was a striking contrast. Outside the hotel in Atlanta this morning, I felt a stiff, unfriendly wind, and temperatures in the mid-20s. Inside…
A Used Vehicle Market Warning: Tune Up Inventory Turns Or You’re Toast
I’ve noticed a troubling trend in used vehicle inventories for dealers across the country in recent weeks. The problem: The average Market Day…
vAuto’s Stockwave Debuts, Gains Steam For NADA Launch
I’m pleased and proud to share news that vAuto is unveiling its latest innovation, Stockwave, this week.…
4 Factors That Make Auction-Buying More Difficult Than It Should Be
You might think that with rising supplies of w…
A “No Barriers” Life Lives On At Cox Automotive
At this time last year, I stood on the stage at the Cox Automotive annual sales meeting with Erik Weihenmayer. As many of you may know, Erik’s…
Three Keys To Improved Performance, Profitability In 2016
I have bad news to share about the upcoming year. It’s not that 2016 won’t be good for dealers. Most signs suggest we’ll have another robu…
Refresher: Market Days Supply And What It Means
I thought it’d be useful to share my e-mail exchange with a dealer who got stuck interpreting the Market Days Supply for a used vehicle.…