The latest annual Blue Sky Report from Kerrigan Advisors finds U.S. dealers bought and sold 458 franchises in 2025, beating the previous record of 438 set a year earlier. +
Lithia Motors has acquired the “iconic” Porsche Beverly Hills and Audi Santa Monica, marking its 12th and 13th acquisitions of 2025 and adding $450 in projected revenue. +
A new survey finds the 15% of dealers who have integrated or embedded AI tools and processes at their stores are more likely to report improved revenue, profitability and efficiency. +
A successful test run at a Texas Hyundai store preceded the nationwide launch of D.A.I.V.E., a new AI agent designed to connect with and assist car shoppers walking dealership lots. +
In a survey of 3,900 U.S. franchised dealers, Presidio Group analysts found gross profit per vehicle fell in 2024 while new vehicle sales, F&I income and total revenue improved. +
