It’s Not as Bad as It Looks ... If Your F&I Profits Live Up to Their Potential
Economy Headed for a Recession. U.S. Auto Production Drops. January Sales Off to a Slow Start. We’ve all seen the headlines. Are there any bright spots in the automotive world?
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Compliance is Crucial to Dealer Reputation and F&I Success
Dealers know by now the importance of having a compliance process in place, but truly being in compliance remains a massive challenge for the industry. F&I compliance consultants say no more than 15 percent of dealerships are in actual F&I compliance, according to Ward’s Dealer Business and Automotive Compliance Consultants Inc.
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South and West Continue to be Targets for Vehicle Theft
Layered Protection Approach Creates Opportunities for F&I Sales
Although motor vehicle theft decreased 7.4 percent nationally from 2006 to 2007, the South and many Western metropolitan areas continue to be hot spots for this type of crime. The South only had a .8 percent decrease during this time period, according to the FBI’s Preliminary Uniform Semiannual Crime Report, January-June 2007.
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Guide to Handling Objections: Theft
Occurrences of vehicle theft may be decreasing according to national statistics, but it
still greatly disrupts the lives of our customers. This month, Safe-Guard’s
Guide to Handling Objections features Theft Protection Programs.
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Tire & Wheel is a Golden Opportunity for California Dealers
Tire and wheel protection is “on the books” in California. Now, tire and wheel, dent and ding, and windshield products fall under the definition of vehicle service contracts in the Golden State.
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NADA’s 2008 Convention: Voice of the Dealer ... Focus on Profitability!
The 91st NADA Convention and Expo will focus on profitable ideas for dealers. More than 600 exhibitors spanning five halls will showcase the latest technology and incredible product offerings. Be sure to attend the many workshops and social events to network with your fellow dealers.
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Dealer Expo 2008 Features Top Powersport Brands
Dealer Expo 2008, the largest business-to-business powersport industry trade event in the world, will take place Feb. 15-18 in Indianapolis. Considered the most powerful buying event in the industry, attendees will find more quality brands at Dealer Expo than at any other single powersports industry event.
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January Survey Results: Tell Us About Your Menu
Last month, F&I Insight asked you to tell us about your menu. One-hundred percent of those who responded reported that they use a menu. Here's a look at the other questions and their responses. For more information about menus, check out Safe-Guard's Menu Demo.
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