Credit Union Leasing of America expands national footprint, extends reach in Indiana, bringing the benefits of leasing to more credit union members

San Diego, CA – March 10, 2025 – Credit Union Leasing of America (CULA), the leader in indirect vehicle leasing for credit unions for over 35…

How Machine Learning and Vertical AI are Reshaping Inventory Management and Sales Strategy

DETROIT (March 4, 2025) – Artificial intelligence is no longer an emerging technology in automotive retail—it’s a necessity. As dealerships face increasing pressure to optimize inventory, reduce risk, and drive profitability, AI and machine learning are providing new ways to automate…

I am excited to announce the launch of DealerCulture.com. This website is designed to share the experiences, insights and strategies that have shaped my career and guide dealership managers to enhance their leadership skills, cultivate strong team dynamics, and build lasting success.

The electric vehicle (EV) market continues to show continued growth, driven by consumer demand for environmentally friendly transportation options and supported by government incentives. As of the fourth quarter of 2024, used EV sales have surged by 62.6% compared to the previous year, making them a highly sought-after commodity for auto dealers looking to bolster their inventory¹.

EV share of the total light-vehicle market reached 9.9% in December 2024, a…

On December 19, 2024, the U.S. Department of the Treasury published a comprehensive report examining the applications, benefits, and challenges of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the financial services sector. This report expands on the Treasury's previous research, including its March 2024 analysis of AI-related cybersecurity risks, and incorporates insights from over 100 stakeholders who responded to the June 2024 Request for Information (RFI). By delving into emerging trends, challenges,…

Transaction marks Kerrigan Advisors’ 286^th dealership sold, 21^st franchise sold in the Northeast region and 37^th Toyota franchise sold since inception.

Sale of highest volume dealership in Greensburg, PA, underscores growing success of Pittsburgh market, where Toyota is the top volume…

ST. LOUIS - (February 18, 2025) – Protective Asset Protection, a leading provider of F&I programs and services, announced today its highly anticipated 2024 F&I Annual Update Report. The comprehensive report offers valuable insights into the current state of the automotive industry, focusing on F&I product trends and how dealers are maximizing F&I product options to continually address consumer affordability challenges.…

Monument, Co., February 5, 2025 - BotDoc.io, a leading provider of secure file transfer and identity verification solutions, today released the results of a comprehensive 2025 Auto Dealership Cybersecurity Survey. The findings reveal critical gaps in the industry's cybersecurity and data security preparedness, serving as a wake-up call for dealerships nationwide.

Data Protection Among Largest Gaps

The online survey, conducted in…

New Partnership Allows Recurrent Users to Effortlessly List Their Electric Vehicles for Private Sale on PrivateAuto’s Secure Platform  

Alpine, Utah – (February 11, 2025) – PrivateAuto, the only end-to-end transactional marketplace for private-party vehicles, today announced its partnership with…

Car Pros Kia Glendale nation's #1 Kia dealership for the fifth consecutive year, MINI of Downtown Los Angeles #6 in the nation, Car Pros Honda El Monte #22; four dealerships certified for excellence by J.D. Power 

RENTON, WA – February 10, 2025 – Car Pros Automotive Group, a leading automotive sales…

Great dealership leaders practice MBWA (Management by Wandering Around) and its benefits:



*Their Visibility Promotes Positive Culture

*Encourages Employee Engagement & Openness About Their Goals

*Builds Trust by Showing Servant Leadership

*Reinforces Company Values and Goals

*You Can Discover Your Company's Future Leaders…

Operating a car dealership involves managing a range of complex financial and tax-related responsibilities. From sales tax on vehicles to employee-related taxes, the tax environment can be tricky for dealership owners. However, with the right knowledge and strategies in place,…

When it comes to hosting an unforgettable party on wheels, choosing the right type of vehicle is essential. The ideal party bus should offer ample space, entertainment features, comfort, and safety. Whether it’s for a bachelor or bachelorette party, birthday celebration, prom…

New Solution Enables Private Seller ‘Inventory Acquisition, Made Simple’ 

Alpine, Utah – (January 28, 2025) – DealNow, the first-of-its-kind service that enables secure and seamless online transactions for any vehicle –including cars, RVs, boats, and other recreational vehicles– today announced the launch of its new Instant Loan Lookup and Payoff…

NEW YORK – January 28, 2025 – Adoption of digitized contracting and documentation workflows by auto retailers and their lending partners that foster back-office efficiencies saw a noticeable jump, according to analysis by Wolters Kluwer Compliance Solutions from its Q4 Auto Finance Digital Transformation Index. While Q4 adoption compared to Q3 was down slightly…

Harper brings 25 years of credit union industry experience to help drive growth through new partnerships and innovation

San Diego, CA – January 23, 2025 – Credit Union Leasing of America (CULA), the leader in indirect vehicle leasing for credit unions for over 35 years,…

Over 30,000 dealership driver license scans were red flagged in the past year by eLEND; company further expands suite of Identity Solutions to combat soaring fraud

NEW ORLEANS, LA - January 23rd, 2025 – eLEND Solutions today announced at the 2025 NADA Show that it…

Snapshot survey from eLEND Solutions show dealers looking for workflow improvements between website tools and core platforms which, majority say, could raise efficiency and customer experience by 20+%; Credit Apps top list of tools needing better platform integration

Foothill Ranch, Calif. – January 21, 2025 – The majority of auto dealerships are experiencing data gaps between the core systems that run their dealerships – customer…

Sale of top volume Toyota dealership in Slidell is final sale of four Bohn family dealerships; marks Kerrigan Advisors’ 285^th dealership sold, 134^th franchise sold in the Southern region and 50^th Toyota/Lexus franchise sold since inception

New Orleans, LA – January 20, 2025 – Kerrigan Advisors, the premier sell-side advisor and thought partner to auto dealers nationwide, represented New Orleans-based Bohn…

Monument, Co., January 17, 2025 - Botdoc, a leading provider of secure file transfer and operational efficiency solutions, is pleased to announce a strategic partnership with 700Credit, a premier provider of credit reporting and compliance solutions for the automotive industry. This partnership will integrate 700Credit’s services into Botdoc Connect, enabling auto retailer users to perform both soft and hard credit pulls directly within the platform during the car sales…