Author: Todd Phillips

Cutting the column lift cord

May 9, 2011

There’s a new innovation in column lift technology, but you won’t see it. Rotary Lift and its new Mach4T column lift promise all the capability of a regular lift without one important feature: cords. The wireless mobile columns run on …

Toyota adjusts production ramp-up dates

May 3, 2011

After an in-depth analysis of its suppliers, Toyota has recently announced that they are on pace to start normal production by November or December 2011. The one-month discrepancy in the start date will account for the time it takes to …

NADA and Mercedes-Benz USA announce partnership

May 3, 2011

The National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) and Mercedes-Benz USA partnered to form an exclusive training program. The program is being offered on NADA U, a web-based resource assisting dealers with the knowledge and information needed to develop skills and confidence. …

Joe Verde announces new training program

May 3, 2011

Joe Verde of JVTN.com recently announced a new virtual training simulator for salespeople. The scenario simulator, called ‘Stay Off Price & Build Value,” allows salespeople to practice improving their gross margin on each unit they sell. Currently, anyone with a …

DealerSocket launches new CRM tool

May 2, 2011

DealerSocket officially released its new customer relationship management (CRM) tool: DealerSocket 2011 that the company has codenamed: Black Ops. The new version includes a fully upgraded core CRM with cross-browser compatibility, enhances graphical user interface with intuitive navigation and icons, …

DealerRater reaches milestone

May 2, 2011

Your level of customer service is under increased scrutiny as more people are turning to websites like DealerRater.com to voice their opinions about your level of service. DealerRater, a popular online tool for the public to rate car dealerships, has …

PSCars.com offers slick vehicle showcase tool

May 2, 2011

There’s a new way for dealerships to showcase their stores and inventory online, and the company that created it claims it could revolutionize online vehicle buying. PSCars.com unveiled its new online portal at the 10th annual Digital Dealer convention in …