JUNE 29, 2016

Hey there. Welcome to the WardsAuto Dealer 5 for Wednesday, June 29. To start your day, we've put together items from WardsAuto.com and across the Internet. So let's go:

Some luxury dealerships individually offer to pickup and deliver customer vehicles scheduled for service work. But Lincoln is the first to do it brand-wide.

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Did you know 68% of KBB.com shoppers plan to purchase within two months, and that KBB.com is the most influential site for shoppers choosing a dealership? It’s no wonder successful dealers list with Kelley Blue Book. Get Results Out of the Blue.

Go, team, go. Despite some differences, automakers and dealers play on the same side.

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Hurricane Sandy destroyed her real estate office. So she went to work at a car dealership. She became a star there, and just received Cox Automotive’s new industry award.

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We’re having flashbacks. Yes, it’s time for WardsAuto Flashback as we look at June automotive highlights through the years. Wow, was 1956 a lousy time for dealers.

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Diesels didn’t do too well for Volkswagen, what with decimated sales, struggling dealers and a $14.7 billion fine. Now, VW plans to introduce 30 electric vehicles in 10 years.

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That’s our WardsAuto Dealer 5 for today. We’ll be back soon with more high fives.

Something else: Check out our F&I Resource Center sponsored by Ally. You'll find great info to boost profits in a vital department.

And to reach the editor for whatever reason (i.e. comments, complaints, questions, directions), contact Steve Finlay at sfinlay@wardsauto.com .

OK, finally... Forward this alert to dealership colleagues. The more in-the-know people at your place, the better it is. Over and out.

Now for the legal stuff...

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