Dodge dealership to pay $935K in EEOC discrimination claim
Christopher's Dodge Ram in Colorado agrees to a $935,000 payment related to a gender discrimination claim brought by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission......»»
Apple folding screen prototypes failed tests, project on hold – sketchy report
A report by a Chinese blogger with 1.7M followers says that Apple folding screen prototypes failed to pass tests set by the company. They go on to claim that “the project has been temporarily shelved,” though this is almost certainly a misinte.....»»
AutoNation integrating RepairSmith with its used-vehicle stores
The publicly traded dealership group acquired RepairSmith in 2023 and is now integrating it with its standalone AutoNation USA used-car stores......»»
Tesla Model Y refresh might not be happening this year, but there"s a catch
The rumored refresh of Tesla's Model Y isn't happening this year, a new report claims. The long-rumored refresh of Tesla's Model Y might not happen in 2024 after all. This is according to the folks behind Tesla app Teslascope, who claim they've.....»»
Lithia net income down 13%, revenue at record $7.7 billion in Q4
Lithia Motors Inc. Q4 2023 earnings: Car dealership group reached a record $7.7 billion in revenue but saw net income fall to $216 million......»»
Showing love on Valentine"s Day by embracing disability
Valentine's Day is a time when love and intimacy are celebrated with fervor. Yet, the challenges some face in this regard are not often recognized. In particular, people with disabilities face discrimination and obstacles when seeking love, affection.....»»
Ohio dealership develops ‘playbook" to show technicians their career path
Ryan Haskell, fixed ops director at Jeff Wyler Honda of Colerain in suburban Cincinnati, created a detailed, goal-oriented playbook technicians could follow all the way to master technician status......»»
Digital sales leads grow as more car shoppers begin the process online
Dealership sales leads declined because of high interest rates, pricey vehicles and excessive inventory. At the same time, viable digital leads and the ability to turn them into sold vehicles grew by double digits, a study from Shift Digital found......»»
Stellantis will finally adopt Tesla-style fast charger plug
The Dodge and Ram owner is adopting J3400 for DC charging. Enlarge / Stellantis' EV offerings in the US are few and far between. (credit: Stellantis) The North American electric vehicle fast charging plug war is over, b.....»»
GM, Stellantis, Alfa Romeo, Fiat and Subaru dealerships trade hands across 3 states in Q4
Two of the fourth-quarter transactions involved groups ranked on Automotive News top dealership groups list......»»
Court orders Elon Musk to testify for SEC, rejects his claim of “harassment”
Musk defied subpoena but SEC lawsuit forces him to comply. Enlarge / Elon Musk leaves court in San Francisco, California Jan. 24, 2023. (credit: Getty Images | Bloomberg) A federal court ordered Elon Musk to comply with.....»»
Russian forces now using Musk’s Starlink on Ukraine front line
Russian volunteer group brags about devices it said it had purchased for Russian forces. Enlarge / Ukraine’s GUR military intelligence unit made its claim following multiple reports in recent days that Russian forces are using.....»»
Some dealership M&A brokers predict record Q1 amid robust deal pace
Alan Haig, president of buy-sell firm Haig Partners, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., told that his firm expects to close deals on 31 stores this quarter, and he has a bullish outlook for 2024......»»
Ford dealership in Houston gets boost from NIL deals with college athletes
Chastang Ford has been able to support star athletes at the University of Houston via name, image and likeness deals, helping to boost the dealership's reputation in the community......»»
NIL deals with college athletes boosts Houston dealership"s business
Chastang Ford has been able to support star athletes at the University of Houston via name, image and likeness deals, helping to boost the dealership's reputation in the community......»»
Female ex-exec told she lacked “docility and meekness” sues TikTok
TikTok accused of age, sex discrimination in suit blaming Chinese leadership. Enlarge (credit: ROSLAN RAHMAN / Contributor | AFP) One of TikTok's senior-most female executives, Katie Ellen Puris, is suing TikTok and its.....»»
Asbury 4-store Tekion DMS pilot could precede companywide switch by 2026
A successful four-store pilot of Tekion later this year could lead to Asbury Automotive Group Inc. deploying the dealership management system companywide in 2025 and finishing the DMS switch in early 2026, Asbury CEO David Hultsaid this week......»»
Some dealership buy-sell brokers predict record Q1 amid robust deal pace
Alan Haig, president of buy-sell firm Haig Partners, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., told that his firm expects to close deals on 31 stores this quarter, and he has a bullish outlook for 2024......»»
iPhone 16 Plus battery life to decrease, claims dubious leak
A dubious new claim about the battery life of the iPhone 16 family says that the iPhone 16 Plus will see a lower capacity battery compared to the current version.A battery being taken out of an iPhone (Source: Apple)Apple never quotes precise battery.....»»
Hyundai sues Mass. dealership protesting new store nearby
An automaker is suing a Lynn, Mass., dealership that has challenged its decision to authorize a new point about 7 miles away and within its relevant market area......»»
CDK CEO shifts focus to growth
CDK CEO Brian MacDonald spoke about the dealership management system market and the company's approach to innovation during the NADA Show in Las Vegas......»»