World Omni Financial Corp. recently promoted Brent Sergot to an expanded role with the provider of automotive financial products and services to consumers, dealers and lenders. The company named Sergot as vice president and general manager of third-party business operations. In this position, Sergot will be responsible for World Omni’s subsidiaries: DataScan Technologies, DataScan Field […] [Read More]

Just a few months after eclipsing the 500 member mark on LinkedIn, Auto Remarketing achieved another social-media milestone last week. The used-car and remarketing media brand reached 750 LinkedIn members and, as of press time, its membership had climbed to 760. Auto Remarketing’s digital presence also includes helpful resources specifically for dealers who are interested […] [Read More]

Ford recently announced it’s expanding the reach of its voice-controlled connectivity system SYNC as the automaker stretches its vehicle lineup through Europe. The company contends its technology now will be available in more languages than any other automaker offering voice control as both SYNC and MyFord Touch now can come in 19 languages, including: —U.S. […] [Read More]

Manheim honored the top volume dealer seller group on OVE.com for 2010 last week, and receiving the recognition was Prestige Management Services. The Ramsey, N.J.-based company runs seven dealers throughout the Tri-State area (Connecticut, New Jersey, New York) and moved 1,519 units via OVE.com. It sold to 368 buyers on OVE.com in the U.S. and […] [Read More]

DealerTrack Systems and @utoRevenue have teamed up to offer dealers a new campaign management program that can help them foster greater loyalty and customer retention. DealerTrack DMS Campaign Management provides three packages — Online Scheduling Package, Campaign Package, Direct Mail Package. These are designed to bolster a dealership’s retention and loyalty via communications that utilizes […] [Read More]

Stemming from a belief that more than 98 percent of shoppers take no action during visits to dealer websites, Autobytel unveiled a new solution last week for dealer members and manufacturers aimed at connecting stores with potential online buyers. Executives described the live chat capability provided by ActivEngage as a pathway for dealers and OEMs […] [Read More]

CarGurus.com rolled out a new price tracking feature in its DealFinder shopping service that can serve as yet another way for dealers to connect with shoppers who may be looking for a deal. The new feature is designed to provide the price history and days on market for more over 2 million vehicles and lets […] [Read More]

Experian Automotive has rolled out a new social-media website for car enthusiasts that is largely built around sharing vehicle histories, which can often be crucial in fostering greater confidence among consumers. CheckMyRide.com allows members to create personal vehicle time lines, find out where their old rides are now and swap stories about cars via Facebook […] [Read More]

DealerApp Vantage recently revealed its significant growth during its first year of operation, highlighting how more than 230 dealers nationwide adopted Dealer App, its mobile solution. Executives discovered the number of apps sold to dealers from January of last year through last month soared beyond 3,500 percent, surpassing the 100,000-download threshold.  The software development company […] [Read More]

TRADER Corp. last week announced the launch of Autos.ca, a new Canadian website  featuring automotive information for consumers and advice on making smart car purchase decisions. Officials said the site combines the strength of CanadianDriver.com’s car reviews and tips from Canadian automotive journalists with AutoTrader.ca’s Canadian car inventory. "Building on the strength of CanadianDriver’s strong […] [Read More]