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Apr 20, 2018 04:06 AM

CATA's marketing workshop to look at evolving digital landscape

The free workshop will examine new strategies and tactics -- including fresh content marketing ideas, video examples and email solutions -- with the ultimate goal to convert more leads into quality customers.

Apr 20, 2018 04:05 AM

Zero tolerance ads a BBB target

Certain rules of the Illinois Motor Vehicle Advertising Regulations, when violated, are considered Zero Tolerance infractions and referred to the state's attorney general's office for discipline.

Apr 20, 2018 04:04 AM

FTC: Illegal to condition warranty coverage on use of specified parts, services

The FTC warned six companies' statements that consumers must use specified parts or service providers to keep their warranties intact.

Apr 20, 2018 04:02 AM

Customers say poor grammar by salespeople can be a sales turnoff

The No. 1 reason consumers walk away from a dealership was a general feeling of distrust. Reason No. 2: Poorly worded/nonprofessional communication by dealership staff.

Apr 20, 2018 04:01 AM

Study: Millennials are most likely to spend their tax refund on a car

Thirty-seven percent of millennials intend to spend their tax returns on a new car, compared to 23 percent of non-millennials.

Apr 20, 2018 04:00 AM

Congratulations! (April 2018)

Dealerships, employees feted by manufacturers and learning institutions

Apr 06, 2018 04:10 AM

Service advisors fall within federal overtime exemptions: High court

The justices ruled that service advisers are exempt from overtime pay requirements under the Fair Labor Standards Act because they are considered salesmen engaged in servicing automobiles.

Apr 06, 2018 04:09 AM

Fraud scheme targeting dealers within a day's drive of Chicago

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security uncovered a Chicago-based scheme by identity thieves drawn to used vehicles worth $40,000 to $60,000 which are advertised online.

Apr 06, 2018 04:08 AM

Dealers worry as car prices climb

Dealers said they have to get crafty to get consumers into a new car at a price they can afford.

Apr 06, 2018 04:07 AM

Off-lease cars set to drive down U.S. used-vehicle values, NADA says

The fattened inventories of 2- and 3-year-old cars could result in a record year for CPO sales.

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