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Scams: Keep Your Personal Information Safe!
Impostor scams have become increasingly common, with scammers pretending to be reputable companies in order to trick people into sharing

Buyer’s Guide: Factors to Consider!
Buyer’s Guide in California is an essential document required by law for any car dealership considering the sale of a

Put Expiration Dates in Campaigns or Advertisements!
Expiration Dates in Campaigns. Car dealers have the responsibility to be transparent and honest with their customers at all times.

Where Display a Buyers Guide?
Where display a Buyers Guide This Guide must be clearly visible and situated such that it can easily be seen

How to deal with negative online reviews for your car dealership?
Manage Negative Dealership Reviews. Online reviews are a powerful tool for consumers when researching businesses. A study by BrightLocal* showed

Deal Jacket Review: FREE OFFER
Deal Jacket Review 00:01 – 00:12 Hi! As I’m sure you know already DealerXT has relationships with finance companies like

Spotting a Tricky CLRA Demand Letter
Many of you have seen the Consumer Legal Remedy Act (“CLRA”) demand letters from attorneys. It’s pretty easy to spot

Beware: Covid 19 Scams are Rising & Hurting Businesses
COVID-19 scams are hitting businesses and consumers. Triple Check Incoming Calls, Texts, and Emails COVID-19 Scams. Scammers are on the

Vehicle license fees and registration
Remind your team regarding California’s Vehicle License & Registration Fees The vehicle license fee is the annual fee on the

Prevent Lawsuits by Safeguarding Staff Avoids Mistakes
Protect your car dealership with over 70 empowering & mobile-ready training videos covering your entire sales process [Free with

Sales Tax Up to $50,000 for 12 Months ~ Interest Free
CALIFORNIA WILL ALLOW DEALERS TO DEFER THEIR SALES TAX As you know, DealerXT is always looking for opportunities to benefit

Protect Yourself Against Lawsuits
Built on Real Law Experience Protect yourself against lawsuits. If you want your car dealership to be protected, you need

Buyers Guides: 3 THINGS YOU PROBABLY DIDN’T KNOW
#1 – Customers claim they didn’t know what AS-IS means… The buyers guides have to be displayed on the vehicle.

COVID-19 Consumer Certification Form
COVID-19 Consumer Certification Form. Times are tough. Many plaintiff’s attorneys are struggling during the economic downturn and are looking for

J.D. Power Acquires SIA
Expanding Insights into Automotive Remarketing with New Online Auction Platform J.D. Power has expanded its footprint in automotive remarketing

Challenges in Retailing EVs
Understanding the Remaining Obstacles in EV Sales EV Retailing Challenges for Dealers Challenges in Retailing EVs. Retailing used electric

February Used-Car Price Trends
Analyzing Trends in February’s Used-Car Retail Market Price Changes in February February Used-Car Price Trends. Last month saw some

USASF CFPB Fine 2025
A closer look at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s latest enforcement action. Federal Agencies Intensify Scrutiny on the Auto

FCA Drop in Sales
Examining the factors behind the latest sales decline and what it means for the company’s future. Overall Sales Decline

2025 Thrive or Survive
Exploring the challenges and opportunities shaping success in the year ahead. A Challenging Year for Retail and BHPH Dealers

Web-Based Revolution DealerXT
Upgraded AI-Powered Web Platform Revolutionizes Customer Interactions and Streamlines Dealer Operations Web-Based Revolution DealerXT. In a groundbreaking announcement, SafeDealsAI

Honda Revolutionizes EV Batteries
How Solid-State Technology Is Set to Transform Electric Vehicles Advancing EV Technology Honda Revolutionizes EV Batteries. Honda is taking a

GM Announces Major Recall
Discover the Affected Models and Essential Next Steps GM Recall Alert: Over 460,000 Vehicles Impacted by Transmission Issue GM Announces

CarMax Sales Increase
Rising Demand Drives Growth in Used Vehicle Transactions for CarMax Used Vehicle Sales Grow 2.9% CarMax Sales Increase. CarMax

New Car Inventory Growth
Rising Stock Levels Offer Buyers More Options Amid Market Changes Sales Drop 1.8% from 2023 on Adjusted Basis New

State Attorney General Lawsuit
Odometer Fraud Allegations Spark Legal Action Against Car Dealer Allegations of Illegal Odometer Rollbacks State Attorney General Lawsuit. Indiana

Fraud Losses Rising Report
Analyzing the Surge in Financial Losses Due to Fraud and Its Implications Experian’s 2024 U.S. Identity and Fraud Report

Auto Refinancing Future Expansion
Industry Leaders Project Positive Growth Trends Amidst Evolving Market Conditions Auto Refinancing Future Expansion. As the Federal Reserve considers

August 2024 Used Inventory Decline
Examining the Factors Behind the Decrease in Pre-Owned Vehicle Stock Last Month CarGurus’ August 2024 U.S. Intelligence Report Highlights

Boost Dealership Efficiency Growth
Discover the Key Advantages of SafeDealsAI and How It Can Revolutionize Your Dealership Operations Boost Dealership Efficiency Growth. Dealers

New Vehicle Inventory Drops
Recent Trends Indicate a Small Decrease in Available New Vehicles Inventory Update for Dealerships New Vehicle Inventory Drops. Cloud

Essential Electric Vehicle Insurance
Insuring Electric Vehicles: What Dealerships Need to Know Essential Electric Vehicle Insurance. As electric vehicles (EVs) become increasingly popular,

Manheim TR Group Auction
Innovative Partnership Aims to Enhance Vehicle Remarketing Solutions Manheim has partnered with TR Group to establish a 4 Star Auto

Recall Alert Toyota Tundra and Lexus Vehicles
Details on Recall of Two Gas Models in North America Around 102,000 Toyota and Lexus vehicles in the United States

Automotive Aftermarket Strong Growth
Automotive Aftermarket Strong Growth. Industry Expansion Reflects Increased Consumer Demand and Technological Advancements Automotive Aftermarket Strong Growth. The Auto Care

Subaru 3 Million Outbacks
A Look at the Journey to a Major Sales Achievement The Rise of the Outback Subaru 3 Million Outbacks. Subaru

Exploring Retail Dealer Licenses
Mastering the Process of Securing a Retail Dealer License Exploring Retail Dealer Licenses. In California’s dynamic automotive landscape, retail car

Car Dealer Training California
Your Pathway to Successful Dealership Operations Transforming Car Dealer Training in California: Embracing Compliance and Enhanced Customer Interactions Car Dealer

Join DealerXT at NIADA 2024
About NIADA Convention & Expo 2024 The NIADA Convention & Expo 2024, set for June 17-20 at the Wynn Las

Federal AEB Mandate 2029
Evaluating the Impact of New Safety Regulations Federal AEB Mandate 2029. The recent finalization of a federal rule mandating

Gasoline Cars: The Road to Obsolescence
Charting the Shift from Gasoline to Electric Vehicles Gasoline Cars: The Road to Obsolescence. As electric vehicles (EVs) continue to

Tesla Cybertruck Recall Critical
Exploring the Impact and Timing Challenges Troubled Times for Tesla and Elon Musk Tesla Cybertruck Recall Critical is facing a

Automated Reviews Boost Reputation!
Discover the key to boosting your dealership’s online presence with advanced automated review technology. Automated Reviews Boost Reputation! In

CARFAX: Dealership Success Secret!
Exposing the Secrets Behind CARFAX’s Dominance in the Dealership Arena Revolutionizing the Dealership Game CARFAX: Dealership Assurance Essential! In

Ten Ways Dealerships Can Utilize AI for Business Optimization!
Strategies That Power Dealership Success in the AI Era Dealerships Optimize with AI! At automotive dealerships, it can be

Tundra Triumphs Again!
Celebrating the Tundra’s Victory in Texas Truck Excellence Tundra Triumphs Again! Toyota’s 2024 Tundra emerged victorious, capturing the respected

Top 10 Strategies Dealership Revenue
Access the Potential of Your Dealership with Innovative Revenue Enhancement Techniques Top 10 Strategies Dealership Revenue. Revolutionary methods to

Anticipated Deterioration in Credit Conditions
Insights into Anticipated Deterioration in Credit Conditions Anticipated Deterioration in Credit Conditions – Economic Outlook Anticipated Deterioration in Credit Conditions.

Digital Vehicle Purchase Renovation
Modernizing Car Buying for the Tech-Savvy Consumer Technology’s Impact on Car Buying Digital Vehicle Purchase Renovation. As technology continues

Petroleum Refining Exploration
Understanding the Stages and Significance of Refining Crude Oil Petroleum Refining Exploration. Oils, petroleum products, chemicals, biofuels, and gasses

Remote Dealer Staffing Success
Solving Staffing Challenges in the Automotive Industry Remote Dealer Staffing Success. Finding and retaining committed, skilled staff is a

Improve Focus at Work
Master productivity with proven techniques to stay focused, eliminate distractions, and enhance efficiency in your workday. Boost Your Focus

Build Remote Career Skills
Master essential soft skills to thrive in a remote work environment. The Evolving Role of Soft Skills Build Remote

Remote Work’s Lasting Impact
How Remote Work is Shaping the Economy and Its Future in the Workforce Remote Work’s Lasting Impact. Remote work,

Remote Work: Pros & Cons
Key Benefits and Drawbacks of Remote Work You Should Be Aware Of Is Remote Work Right for Your Organization?

Finding Clients: Lead Guide
Expert Strategies for Attracting and Securing Clients in the Remote Lead Generation Industry Overcoming Client Acquisition Challenges Finding Clients: Lead

Dealing with Angry Customers
Learn proven techniques to manage customer frustrations and turn negative experiences into positive outcomes. Want to Know How to

Effective Ways Beat Burnout
Discover practical steps to manage stress and regain balance in your professional life. Have you ever felt so fatigued

Remote Work: Rise of the Digital Nomad
Exploring how remote work enables professionals to achieve the flexibility and freedom of a digital nomad lifestyle. What Is

Remote Colleagues Relationship Tips
Strengthen connections and build closer relationships with remote team members through effective communication and proven strategies. Remote Colleagues Relationship

KPIs for Remote Dealership Staff
Maximizing Remote Team Performance: The Importance of KPIs and Scorecards for Dealerships KPIs for Remote Dealership Staff. In the

Essential Remote Staff Skills!
How to Stay Ahead in a World of Automation and AI As automation rapidly reshapes industries, many professionals wonder

Mastering Remote Leadership Skills
Strategies to Enhance Team Performance and Engagement Mastering Remote Leadership Skills. Remote leadership is about guiding your team effectively

Remote Work’s Impact on California
Understanding the Impact of Remote Work on Employment Trends in California Remote Work’s Impact on California. The COVID-19 pandemic

Latin America’s Remote Work Growth
Why Used Car Dealerships Should Embrace Remote Staff: A Latin American Opportunity Latin America’s Remote Work Growth. The remote

Outsource Legal Compliance Streamline
Spend Your Valuable Time Growing Your Business, Let a Remote Professional Take Care of Compliance Outsource Legal Compliance Streamline. Capitalizing

Handling Errors Data Entry
Strategies for Effective Error Management and Maintaining High Standards in Data Entry Tasks Handling Errors Data Entry. In today’s data-driven

Effective Training Manuals Guide
A Comprehensive Approach to Creating Effective Training Manuals Effective Training Manuals Guide. Learning how to write a training manual is

Remote Staff Dual Roles
Exploring the Multi-tasking Capabilities of Remote Staff in the “Gig Economy” Remote Staff Dual Roles. When dealerships consider hiring Remote

High Ticket Setters: A Comprehensive Guide
Role and Impact of High Ticket Setters in Sales Success High Ticket Setters: A Comprehensive Guide. High ticket setters are

The Essentials of Time Tracking
How Effective Time Tracking Can Transform Your Productivity and Efficiency The Importance of Time Tracking in Remote Work The Essentials

HR Outsourcing Benefits Strategies
Explore thoroughly the world of HR outsourcing to understand its advantages, potential drawbacks, and effective implementation practices. Introduction to

Boosting Dealership with Remote Staff
Why Car Dealerships Are Choosing Remote Workers The Evolution of Remote Work Boosting Dealership with Remote Staff. In recent years,

Efficiency with Spanish-Speaking VAs
Employ Bilingual Support to Streamline Your Business Processes The Game-Changing Role of Spanish-Speaking Virtual Assistants Efficiency with Spanish-speaking VAs. Capitalizing

Remote Work Improves Well-being
How Remote Work Improves Health and Happiness Remote Work Improves Well-being. In recent years, remote work has transitioned from a

Enhance Hiring: Latin Expertise!
Bridging Cross-Border Forces: The Cost-Effective and Efficient Solution for Staffing Needs Enhance Hiring: Latin Expertise. In an increasingly interconnected

Understanding Recruitment Process Outsourcing
A Comprehensive Guide and Its Impact on Business Hiring Strategies Understanding Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) involves a strategic partnership

Meeting Summary Expert Guide
A Guide to Documenting Meetings Like a Professional The Integral Role of Meetings in Professional Settings Meeting Summary Expert Guide.

SEO Boost Virtual Assistants
Capitalizing on Remote Assistance to Boost Your Search Engine Rankings SEO Boost Virtual Assistants. In today’s digital age, search engine

Empowering Virtual Remote Teams
Mastering Remote Leadership for Inspired Virtual Collaboration Understanding the Remote Work Terrain Empowering Virtual Remote Teams. With nearly 2.5

Virtual Bookkeeping: Business Role
Discover Why Employing a Bookkeeping Virtual Assistant is Important in Modern Times Recognizing the need for assistance in managing

Virtual Receptionist’s Outbound Call?
Empower Your Business: Unleashing the Potential of Virtual Receptionists for Outbound Calls Virtual Receptionist’s Outbound Call? Interested in enlisting

SOPs Boost Worker Efficiency
Discover How Standard Operating Procedures Drive Business Growth Through Virtual Assistance SOPs Boost Worker Efficiency SOPs Boost Worker Efficiency.

Remote Work Cybersecurity Strategies
Cybersecurity Strategies for Remote Workers Understanding Risks and Cybersecurity Strategies for Remote Work Cybersecurity Strategies for Remote Work. In

Art of Sales Overcoming
Discovering the Secrets to Successful Sales Calls In sales, finding objections is a common challenge that sales representatives must

How To Onboard A New Appointment Setter: Step-By-Step Guide!
Efficiently Welcoming and Integrating Your New Appointment Setter for Car Dealerships What is the role of an Appointment Setter

Sadr Drops Case Dealer Pays Customer $0.00
Sadr drops case dealer pays the customer $0.00. Another win for a Northern California Dealer thanks to well-known dealership defense

8 Reasons Why Dealerships Face Lawsuit Losses
Dealerships Face Lawsuit Losses. All businesses come with certain risks, but when you are a car dealer you might face

Lawsuit of the Month – September 2022
You could face some serious consequences if you don’t respond to a CLRA demand letter or lawsuit on time. When

Don’t Ignore Your Bond Company’s Letters
Auto dealer bonds, also called dealer surety bonds or car dealer bonds, are government-required surety bonds that auto dealers must

Open Safety Recalls: STOP Selling Vehicles!
Open Safety Recalls. It’s been brought to our attention that some dealers are still selling vehicles with safety recalls open!

Legal Highlights: May 2022’s Lawsuit of the Month
Legal Highlights: May 2022’s Lawsuit of the Month Demand Letter + DealerXT Report = CASE DISMISSED! ? The dealer received

Top 5 Ways You Can Be Sued in 2021 as a California Car Dealer
Doing business in California is tough, especially if you’re a car dealer. California is home to thousands of new and

Free Covid-19 CPR Package
Mandatory Dealer Safety & Sanitation Protocols Before Re-Opening As we told you yesterday, our collective efforts have paid off! Auto Sales are

Dealer XT™ – OhmniLabs Revolutionize Hiring
Dealers Employing Virtual Assistants. SAN JOSE, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, June 14, 2023/EINPresswire.com/ — DealerXT, a leading provider of innovative compliance and

Unlock Your Potential at the 2023 NIADA Convention: Featuring Sugar Ray Leonard and DealerXT
2023 NIADA Convention. The National Independent Automobile Dealers Association (NIADA) is thrilled to announce its annual convention, which will be held from

How New CA Law AB 2311 Affects Used Car Sales
GAP Insurance. There are pros and cons to this new law for car dealerships. On the one hand, it provides

Is Your Carfax Report Accurate? Get Help Correcting Discrepancies.
When you’re dealing with a Carfax report, it’s important to be aware of any potential discrepancies in the odometer reading. As the

Buying Cars from Carmax? You Should Read This
With over 200 locations nationwide Carmax is known as the largest used car dealer in the United States. BUT… there

PPP Round 2 to Reopen Monday
Good news! The next round of stimulus funds for small businesses has been finalized by lawmakers. Congress passed a new bill that provides $900 billion in stimulus for financial relief and is lined

New Sales and Use Tax Structure For Used Car Auto Dealers
California Passes Assembly Bills No. 82 and 85 New Sales and Use Tax Structure for Used Car Auto Dealers. Summary

SBA Funds for Member Dealers – DXT Gets $3,150,000 – Apply!
In just 3 months, DealerXT got over $3MILLION in SBA Funds for its member dealerships Look at what DealerXT has

Re-Opening Safely: Look Up Your County Below
Re-Opening Safely. As we mentioned in a newsletter last week, many California Counties have changed their County Stay at Home

DMV Allows Online Sales & Delivery; Provides Guidance.
DMV confirms online sales & delivery are allowed. DealerXT Tablet covers DMV disclosures & compliance requirements. The Official DMV Newsletter

Auto Sales Now Essential in California
Auto Sales Now Deemed Essential. As you know, DealerXT has been fighting for dealerships to be declared Essential since the

Ventura County and Others Allow In-Person and Online Car Sales
Ventura County and Others. Many California Counties have changed their County Stay at Home Orders to allow car dealers to

J.D. Power Report: U.S. Auto Sales Begin Recovery
U.S. Auto Sales Showing Promising Signs J.D. Power Report is now informing that U.S. auto sales are beginning to

Gov. Newsom’s Office calls DealerXT
On March 26th, Gov. Newsom’s Office Contacted DealerXT. Gov. Newsom’s Office. Here are the highlights of last night’s phone call:

SBA Funds for Economic Support
The Senate Has Approved $484 BILLION in Additional Funds to Help Businesses Excitingly, the U.S. Senate has approved $484

Essential Businesses During Lockdown Urge Gov. Newsom
Essential Businesses During Lockdown Over the past few weeks, DealerXT has reached out to Governor Newsom’s Office on numerous occasions. DealerXT is now again

Post-COVID Lockdown Car Sales Booming in Wuhan
Post-COVID Lockdown Wuhan, COVID-19’s epicenter, reports a post-reopening car sales surge, per Bloomberg News, indicating economic recovery amid eased

Federal Essential Workforce Guideline
Federal Essential Workforce Guideline California Dealers have advanced significantly in their journey toward official reopening. This progress comes following

California Governor Gavin Newsom Calls DealerXT
California Governor Gavin Newsom contacted DealerXT about auto dealerships amid COVID-19 Shelter-In-Place orders. The office of California Governor Gavin

Permission for Dealerships Remains Open from DealerXT to CA Governor
Permission for Dealerships Remains Open Upon the recent release of the California Essential Businesses List to remain open during the