Jeffrey Longbine is dealer principal of Longbine Auto Plaza in Emporia, Kan.

NADA staff used Chat GPT to write this blog post on the history of electric vehicles. Let us know what you think!

New light-vehicle sales in February 2023 increased year-over-year for the seventh straight month.

“Revolutionize auto retail”? I tend to think yes; however, that revolution will be dependent on the organization and accuracy of data that dealerships integrate into their use of such tools. And from a consumer perspective, the usefulness of AI is still dependent on good data, analysis and thoughtful queries, all of which remain dependent on real…

Price is always a significant factor in choosing a new vehicle, as is the total cost of ownership. Combining purchase price with a cost of ownership estimate has always been a helpful way to evaluate whether a certain vehicle is right for an individual, especially when thinking about cost in terms of monthly payments or annual expenditures. The…

Chuck Ruwart, III is dealer principal of Laramie Peak Motors in Wheatland, Wyo.

There is a myth that the auto industry is a man’s world, and it is time to dispel it. At NADA, we have the privilege of working with dealer principals and dealership employees across the country. We see them at the NADA Academy, Dealer 20 Groups, the annual NADA Show, and even at their own stores. Here’s the truth: auto retail used to be a boys’…

As Black History Month closes, it is important to continue the significant work to develop a diverse and balanced workforce in the auto industry. It is also critically important to acknowledge and celebrate the contributions of African American leaders to the auto industry, not just in February, but throughout the year. 

Join Dealer Merchant Services Amberly Allen, Founder/Managing Partner, and Laura Mellencamp, COO, as they educate dealers on their options regarding customer payments.

OSHA deadline - March 2