From the monthly archives:

February 2011

The Brand – Dealers Just Don’t Get it!

February 23, 2011

The Value of a Brand Having been a Dodge dealer for 22 years I realize the value of a brand.  During that 22 years the value of my dealership varied a great deal depending on how Dodge was doing.  The fluctuation was huge and ranged from zero to several million dollars.  Some brands remain strong all [...]

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The Power of the AutoStar Brand

February 15, 2011

Why Do I Need a Nationally Branded Vehicle? As Chief Operating Officer of AutoStar National Dealer Network I am often asked by potential dealers “Why do I need a nationally branded vehicle?” My initial answer to that question, at least in my head, is that is a stupid question.  Dealers who have been terminated by GM and [...]

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Advertise Where You Get the Most Return

February 10, 2011

3 Times More Sales Projected for Used Cars over New Cars I visited the National Automobile Dealers Association’s Convention in San Francisco last week.  The mood was definitely more upbeat for dealers, the manufacturers and the exhibitors. There will be an increase in new vehicles sold this year, maybe to about 12.5 million units and [...]

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