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JULY 1, 2019

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Hey there. Welcome to the WardsAuto Dealer 5. To start the first day of July, we've put together items from WardsAuto.com and across the Internet. So let's go:

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Dealers are looking to their fixed operations to improve revenues, according to a Wards survey done in conjunction with the Dave Cantin Group.

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Kelley Blue Book Instant Cash Offer. Get to “yes” easier.
The Kelley Blue Book Instant Cash Offer tool is modernizing with two new enhancements to drive inventory and sales. With increased sales opportunities, you can say “yes” to more customers. Align yourself with the #1 most trusted third-party automotive brand.  Learn more >>

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At less than 2% of Ram pickup deliveries, Fiat sales are terrible in the U.S. But FCA remains committed to the struggling Italian brand.

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This technology has the potential to improve the car buying experience
The history of man versus machine may have set the stage for persistent myths about artificial intelligence, but this technology has the potential to improve the car buying experience. Read more about the 3 most common AI myths, from the experts at VinSolutions.

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The North America auto production outlook is raised for the second quarter, cut for the third. Check out our by-automaker chart.

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After a mass shooting at a California dealership, Ford asked an Alabama dealer to stop giving free shotguns to car buyers.

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Here's today's dealer newscast from CBT Automotive.

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

And to reach the editor for whatever reason (i.e. comments, complaints, questions, directions), contact Steve Finlay at [email protected].

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...