Truthful Information From IIHS: Safer Cars and Trucks: A guide for new and used vehicle buyers
Aug 11, 2023
IIHS: Whether you are in the market for a new or used vehicle, here are key things to consider: Size and weight Smaller, lighter vehicles generally offer less protection than larger, heavier ones. There is less structure to absorb crash energy. ... Continue reading
Gee Automotive Celebrates 40 Years of Excellence in the Auto Industry
Jun 23, 2023
SPOKANE, Wash., June 23, 2023 -- Gee Automotive, a leading automotive dealership group, is proud to announce its 40th anniversary in June 2023. Founded by George Gee in 1983, the company has since become a mainstay in the auto industry, known for its exceptional service and commitment to customer satisfaction. ... Continue reading
Jun 7, 2023
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JD Power Reports May 2023 New-Vehicle Sales to Surge 15.6% Year Over Year
May 29, 2023
The Total Sales Forecast Total new-vehicle sales for May 2023, including retail and non-retail transactions, are projected to reach 1,337,700 units, a 15.6% increase from May 2022, according to a joint forecast from J.D. Power and LMC Automotive. May 2023 has 25 selling days, one more than May 2022. ... Continue reading
May 17, 2023
GM's Cruise Expands Self-Driving Ride-Hailing Service to Houston and Dallas, Following Austin Launch GM's Cruise, the self-driving ride-hailing service, has announced its expansion to Houston and Dallas in Texas, following its launch in Austin last December and its existing operations in Phoenix. Despite challenges, Cr ... Continue reading
CARFAX: USED CAR SHOPPERS CAN SAVE BY BUYING USED CARS WITH MINOR DAMAGE
May 7, 2023
Savvy auto shoppers can save hundreds of dollars on used cars by focusing on models with minor damage, CARFAX data shows in the site's first-ever Used Car Index. Continue Reading CARFAX Used Car Index with Charts ... Continue reading
Franchised Dealer Data Survey Finds Cookieless Opportunity
May 2, 2023
PureCars announced new data and insights regarding dealers’ knowledge of third-party cookie deprecation, customer database health, and using first-party data for targeted marketing, as well as familiarity with Customer Data Platform (CDP) technology. PureCars commissioned an online survey to retail executives in Marc ... Continue reading
2024 Corvette E-Ray VIN 001 Raises $1.1 Million for DonorsChoose at Barrett-Jackson
Apr 17, 2023
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. – The first ever, electrified 2024 Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray raised $1.1 million for education nonprofit DonorsChoose at the Barrett-Jackson Palm Beach Auction on April 15. ... Continue reading
Sales of Used Battery Electric Vehicles Increase by 32% in Q1, According to Cox Automotive Estimates
Apr 7, 2023
ATLANTA (April 7, 2023) – According to data assembled by Cox Automotive, the world’s largest automotive services and technology provider, the market for used electric vehicles (EVs) in the U.S. is beginning to accelerate rapidly as more used EVs become available and buyers snap them up. The rapid growth of new EV s ... Continue reading
Consumer Spending on New Vehicles Sets Q1 Record; March Total New-Vehicle Sales Pace Increases
Mar 23, 2023
March 23, 2023; Total new-vehicle sales for March 2023, including retail and non-retail transactions, are projected to reach 1,330,700 units, a 6.2% increase from March 2022, according to a joint forecast from J.D. Power and LMC Automotive. March 2023 has the same number of selling days as March 2022. ... Continue reading
Kelley Blue Book Announces 2023 Best Resale Value Award Winners
Mar 6, 2023
Toyota, Lexus Take Top Brand Honors; Kelley Blue Book Adds Additional Electric Vehicle Categories to Awards ATLANTA, March 6, 2023 -- While most car buyers understand their vehicle will depreciate – many have heard the old adage, "a vehicle loses value the moment you drive it off the lot!" – the average person may ... Continue reading
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Mar 3, 2023
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Mar 3, 2023
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CARS Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2022 Results
Feb 23, 2023
Cars.com Inc. ("CARS" or the "Company"), a digital automotive platform that provides a robust set of digital solutions, today released its financial results for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2022. ... Continue reading
PURECARS PROMOTES LAUREN DONALSON TO CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
Feb 22, 2023
ATLANTA – (February 22, 2023) – PureCars, the leading customer data and marketing platform for automotive dealers, announced today Lauren Donalson has been promoted to Chief Operating Officer. Donalson joined PureCars in 2015 and most recently served as Senior Vice President, Client Experience and Strategic Partner ... Continue reading
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