Hello dear dealers,
I just want to tell you that we launch a new inventory marketplace, and it is completely free to sign up. After registration, you will receive notifications about new cars in your area, and you can bid on them. No fees at all.

You can register here:
https://tinyurl.com/4a6vkpdh

The marketplace will be filled with private party vehicles.

Contact us at info@epicar.ai or (386) 270-3042.

Picture this: it’s the end of the quarter, and your dealership is so close to hitting your targets, and you can almost taste the victory champagne. You’ve been burning the midnight oil, the team’s been cranking out calls—but you’re still a hair’s breadth away from the goal line. Then, you discover all the near-misses your team has swung while handling phone leads. It’s an instant red flag, and you know something needs to change. …

Transaction highlights desirability of single point luxury, import franchises in middle market locations such as Fresno; Transaction marks Kerrigan Advisors’ 52^nd top luxury franchise sold

INCLINE VILLAGE, NV – November 13, 2023 – Kerrigan Advisors, the premier sell-side advisor and thought partner to auto dealers nationwide, represented Fresno, California-based Haron Motor Sales in the sale of Haron Jaguar, Land Rover and Volvo…

Guidepoint Systems will use the CerebrumX embedded telematics data platform to help fleet companies and auto dealers optimize their front-line operations by making it easier and more efficient to track their inventory, as well as locate vehicles/keys and more.

NOVI, Mich., Nov. 8, 2023 -- CerebrumX Labs Inc. (CerebrumX), an AI-driven…

Sale of Kia and Hyundai franchises, two of the industry’s strongest non-luxury import brands, in high-growth Charlottesville area, represents 208^th dealership sale completed by Kerrigan Advisors

Charlottesville, VA – November 8, 2023 – Kerrigan Advisors, the premier sell-side advisor and thought partner to auto dealers nationwide, represented Charlottesville, Virginia-based Jim Price Auto Group in the sale of Jim…

Over the last few years there has been plenty of chatter about the new Safeguards law that went into effect earlier this year. As has been widely reported, the law requires auto dealerships to obtain clear and informed consent from website visitors before collecting and using their personal data, among many other components to the legislation and new requirements.

However, there are finer details of the new Safeguards law that many dealers still have yet to comply with.…

Cracking the sales code: it’s an enigma that keeps sales leaders, general managers, and dealership owners puzzling over tactics month after month. When sales numbers dip, you know it’s time to rethink your strategy. But the story of missed monthly targets is more than just the numbers. 

Every dealership leader knows that training is the key to…

 In spite of a generally positive outlook, more dealers expect valuations and profits to decline than in 2023; Kia projected to have highest valuation increase, while Toyota is the franchise most trusted by dealers, according to the recently released 2023 Kerrigan Dealer Survey

Incline Village, NV – November 6, 2023 – Auto dealers remain generally positive about the valuation of their dealerships over the…

Sale underscores buyer demand for high growth markets; represents 207^th dealership sold by Kerrigan Advisors, the leading buy/sell advisor in Phoenix 

PHOENIX, AZ – October 31, 2023 – Kerrigan Advisors, the premier sell-side advisor and thought partner to auto dealers nationwide, represented Mesa, Arizona-based East Valley Nissan, owned and operated by Greg Burk, in its sale to Phoenix, Arizona-based Courtesy Automotive Group.…

WOLTERS KLUWER THIRD QUARTER AUTO FINANCE DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION INDEX SHOWS DIGITAL ADOPTION RATE MIRRORING AUTO SALES

Macro Picture Shows Large Jump In Digital Adoption; Securitization Markets Also Seeing Notable Increase in Third Quarter

NEW YORK – October 30, 2023 – Wolters Kluwer, a global leader in professional information, software solutions and services, announced third quarter results and analysis from its…

Outbound calls are a frequent activity at any dealership, but your teams are often met with a voicemail greeting rather than a customer. This can happen for many reasons and during any part of the sales cycle, but leaving a confusing or enthusiastic message is a surefire way to lose business. Like they would with other phone interactions, your sales team needs to come prepared using tight scripts that tell them…

Sale of auto retail’s most in-demand franchise represents the 206^th dealership sold by Kerrigan Advisors since 2015; transaction demonstrates that buyers continue to exhibit tremendous interest in leading franchises in high-growth markets

TAMPA, FL–October 25, 2023 – Kerrigan Advisors, the premier sell-side advisor and thought partner to auto dealers nationwide, represented Tampa, Florida-based Stadium Toyota, owned by the Parks and Couey…

Anyone who’s spent time at a dealership knows the usual suspects. There’s the finance team, the managers, and of course, the service guys, and they all have their areas. But without fail, every time you look up, you wonder, “What is a sales consultant at a car dealership doing?” It seems like everything at once, and they can be staring into an engine block in the bay one minute and selling a hybrid on the other end of the lot the next. …

Program recognizes individuals that champion diversity, equity and inclusion in the automotive industry

RENTON, WA – October 17, 2023 – Matthew Phillips, CEO of Car Pros Automotive Group, has been named a 2023 Automotive News Notable Champion of Diversity. Phillips is featured in a special…

Auto dealership managers and leaders, you know this scene well: a lively sales floor with phones ringing nonstop, yet the sinking feeling that your sales numbers won’t reflect the bustling atmosphere. You’re seeing plenty of web traffic and inbound calls, but the number of closed deals struggles to hit monthly goals. 

This is where an auto dealer…

New, state-of-the art facility for the #1 Kia dealership in Orange County, CA, was unveiled at a ribbon-cutting ceremony; local dignitaries and Kia executives attended

RENTON, WA – October 12, 2023 – Car Pros, a leading automotive sales and service group, has opened its new,…

The automotive industry is an ever-evolving landscape, with customer expectations, technology, and market dynamics constantly shifting. To remain competitive and thrive in this dynamic sector, dealerships must adapt and innovate across various aspects of their operations. One critical area that often gets overlooked is the Finance & Insurance (F&I) department, where innovative training approaches are becoming essential to keep pace with the industry's evolution.…

Lack of pricing transparency from lenders complicates dealer efforts to bridge the trust and transparency gap with consumers, according to new eLEND Solutions survey

FOOTHILL RANCH, CA – October 11, 2023 – A new survey of auto dealers from…

We’ve all been there—trapped on the receiving end of a sales call that’s so rigidly scripted it’s practically robotic. “Hello [Customer Name], I am calling from [Company Name]...” It’s enough to make anyone hang up before they can finish their painful introduction. But let’s change our perspective for a moment. What if, instead of being a dull and practical exchange to wade through, the script (and the way it was used) set the stage for an informative and…

Pictured: Matthew Phillips, CEO of Car Pros Automotive Group, Congressman Derek Kilmer, Tod Vartaneian, General Manager Car Pros Kia Tacoma

Car Pros’ CEO and team members showcased the latest electric vehicles including the all-new Kia EV9, and…