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Optimism on the Rise Among Auto Dealers Following Decisive Election Results, Says Cox Automotive Q4 2024 Dealer Sentiment Index
12/11/2024
ATLANTA, Dec. 11, 2024 – The Q4 2024 Cox Automotive Dealer Sentiment Index (CADSI) reveals renewed optimism among U.S. automobile dealers. The latest survey, conducted immediately following the national election in early November, indicates that while current market conditions are still viewed as weak, dealers are increasingly optimistic about the future. “The recent resolution of political uncertainty following the presidential election has cleared the path for…
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U.S. Automobile Dealer Sentiment Stumbles in Q3 as Political Climate Heats Up
09/06/2024
ATLANTA, Sept. 6, 2024 – The Q3 2024 Cox Automotive Dealer Sentiment Index (CADSI) shows automobile dealers in the U.S. continue to view the market as weak. The overall Q3 market sentiment index dropped to a score of 40, down from 42 in Q2 and 45 from a year ago, signaling a weakened market sentiment. “For more than two years now, after reaching peak profits in…
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U.S. Automobile Dealer Sentiment Index: As Market Uncertainty Grows, Dealers Remain Pessimistic and Cautious
06/10/2024
ATLANTA, June 10, 2024 – The latest Cox Automotive Dealer Sentiment Index (CADSI) remained stable from Q1 to Q2 2024 despite dealer uncertainty in the market and economy. The Q2 current market index score of 42 indicates most U.S. auto dealers see the market as weak. One year ago, the index was 45, also below the 50 threshold. The last time current market sentiment was above…
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Cox Automotive 2024 Path to EV Adoption Study Suggests Electric Vehicle Consideration Will Surge in Second Half of Decade
05/14/2024
ATLANTA, May 14, 2024 – A second, significant wave of shoppers ready to consider buying an electric vehicle (EV) is poised to begin entering the market in the second half of the decade, according to the latest findings from the 2024 Path to EV Adoption Study by Cox Automotive. The findings indicate that nearly half of all vehicle shoppers in market today are not even considering…
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WATCH NOW: Insights to Take you to the Next Level for a Healthier World and Stronger Bottom Line
04/22/2024
While it is necessary for dealerships to realize short term benefits from their sustainability efforts, environmental sustainability will increasingly play a significant role in the long-term profitability of dealerships. Being intentional and organized around sustainability is necessary to maximize the benefits. Also, local community engagement is a key enabler of long-term success of dealership environmental sustainability efforts. Learn more about brands featured in the video: Do…
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Meet the Consumer Demand for Omnichannel Retailing
10/25/2024
Jessica Stafford, Senior Vice President of Cox Automotive Consumer Solutions, shares how dealers can provide an outstanding shopper experience with an omnichannel approach. Today’s car shoppers have made themselves clear. They want an omnichannel retail experience: 71% of consumers say they are likely to complete their next car purchase using an omnichannel approach. (2023 Cox Automotive Car Buyer Journey Study) 43% of recent car buyers used…
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Announcing Retail360: The Only True Omnichannel Capability in Automotive Retail
10/08/2024
Today’s consumers want a consistent, connected car-buying journey. In fact, according to Cox Automotive’s Car Buyer Journey study, 43% of recent car buyers used an omnichannel approach, and 71% are likely to do so in the future. That means more than 7 out of 10 shoppers will use multiple channels—online, in-store or some combination—to make their next vehicle purchase. Providing the connected, omnichannel experience consumers want—while…
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Delivering exceptional client experiences through AI
08/01/2024
Hear from Mandi Fang, Senior Vice President of Operations and her leaders on how Cox Automotive is investing in technology to deliver exceptional client experiences.
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Your First Look at NADA 2024
01/23/2024
As NADA 2024 approaches, Brendan Reardon, AVP of Sales for VinSolutions and Retail360 Deal, shares a preview of what to expect at the “auto industry event of the year” — plus some tips for networking while you’re at the show. Want to know what else to look for at NADA this year? Check out the new First Look Guide from Cox Automotive. Q: What emerging trends…
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Data Innovation That Drives Bottom Line Results
04/10/2023
By: Brad Phelps, Senior Director of Data Strategy “Innovation is seeing what everyone has seen and thinking what no one has thought.” -Dr. Albert Szent Gyorgyi, Nobel Prize winning biochemist. Everyone knows that good data informs better decisions. In parts one and two of our DRiVEQ blog series, we described the difference between data that drives a single intelligent decision vs. repeated, industry leading decisions. In…
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Connected Data: The engine that powers better results
08/11/2022
The Automotive industry is changing at breakneck speed. This includes a dizzying array of new vehicles being offered, many from completely new OEMs. A radical shift to electrification, and a steady and pronounced shift to more digital interactions are being felt throughout the entire industry.
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Own Every Purchase Path with One Tech Partner
03/09/2022
In the increasingly unpredictable landscape of automotive retail, consumer expectations are evolving, and morphing, at a rapid pace. Predictive, meet-every-consumer-where-they-are solutions like Starbucks, Netflix, and Amazon have raised the bar, and have consumers demanding intelligent buying experiences that "get" them every step of the way. Keeping up with those expectations and maintaining market share requires a flexible suite of solutions to meet the needs of every…
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Let’s Move Forward with Technology That Works Together
03/08/2022
NADA is the “big show.” The even bigger show will be the end results you and your dealership deliver in 2022 when your entire organization functions as one, cohesive unit, delivering next-level consumer experiences that drive real results for your business. That’s our goal, and I know that many of you are looking ahead to this new year with ambition and hope that your business—your whole…
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Check These 3 Boxes to Create an Individualized Buying Experience for Every Shopper
01/12/2022
With every consumer choosing their own, unique path to purchase, you need to deliver an individualized buying experience for every shopper — so you can get more leads, close more deals, and earn higher profits. Let’s explore how you can grow your dealership by supporting any consumer, shopping any way, from anywhere. The right digital retailing partner will check the boxes on the following three things.…
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This is the Way Forward: Digital Retailing Insights to Drive Success in 2022.
02/02/2021
We all know that 2020 created huge shifts in consumer habits and behaviors – from the way we shop, work, eat and even how our kids learn. Our world has become much more digital and companies have embraced contactless business models almost overnight. Of course, this shift to digital has had a profound impact on the automotive industry. Consumers are making it clear that digital retailing…
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