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Stay Informed on the Chip Shortage

Playbook: Navigating the Chip Shortage Into 2022 and Beyond

This playbook will provide an overview of consumer perceptions, based on Cox Automotive data from August 2021, strategies to stay focused and levers you can pull in order to reach customers and meet their needs today and down the road.

The definitive guide for finding good leads

The high cost of poor-quality leads

Time is money – and dealers don’t want to waste either. Correctly identifying good leads helps you avoid the trap of chasing bad ones. Learn how to gather and capitalize on the high-quality leads for the best chance at sales success.

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Podcast: Buy Online Is About Flexibility, Not Replacing the Dealership 
Podcast: Buy Online Is About Flexibility, Not Replacing the Dealership 

Aug 14, 2026
The Autotrader Team

Consumer expectations continue to evolve. In this Auto Remarketing podcast, Jeri Reichel, Assistant Vice President of Strategic Planning at Autotrader, shares why Buy Online is becoming an important option within […]

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How to Win the Digital Research Marathon Before Buyers Ever Contact You
How to Win the Digital Research Marathon Before Buyers Ever Contact You

Aug 5, 2026
The Autotrader Team

Independent dealer shoppers are making decisions long before they call, text, or visit your lot. Here’s what the latest research reveals about earning their attention and trust earlier in the buying journey.

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The AI-Informed Car Buyer is Here. Are You Ready? 
The AI-Informed Car Buyer is Here. Are You Ready? 

Jun 24, 2026
The Autotrader Team

Key Takeaways  “According to the Cox Automotive Car Buyer Journey Study, 83% of consumers believe AI will reshape the car buying process in the next 10 years.”  AI isn’t a […]

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The Agents Are Shopping – How To Show Up In AI-Driven Search Results
The Agents Are Shopping – How To Show Up In AI-Driven Search Results

Jun 23, 2026

At ASOTU Con 2026, Jade Terreberry and Noah Lee joined client Lonny Soza for a main stage conversation on how AI is reshaping shopper discovery, and what it means for […]

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Digital Tools, Real Results: Why Your Most Satisfied Buyers Are Doing More Online
Digital Tools, Real Results: Why Your Most Satisfied Buyers Are Doing More Online

May 29, 2026
The Autotrader Team

Key Takeaways  The most satisfied car buyers are not spending less time shopping. They’re spending less time stuck in the dealership process.  According to the recent Car Buyer Journey Study, buyers who complete more steps […]

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Car Buyer Journey Study: 5 Trends Shaping Shopper Behavior
Car Buyer Journey Study: 5 Trends Shaping Shopper Behavior

May 21, 2026
The Autotrader Team

5 Trends Shaping Shopper Behavior — And What Dealers Should Do Now Cox Automotive’s 16th Annual Car Buyer Journey Study shows a market being reshaped in real time: affordability pressure […]

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The EV Lease Return Wave Is Here: How Franchise Dealers Can Capitalize in 2026 
The EV Lease Return Wave Is Here: How Franchise Dealers Can Capitalize in 2026 

Apr 28, 2026
The Autotrader Team

The numbers are in, and they’re hard to ignore: EV lease returns are projected to surge 230% in 2026, with an estimated 215,000 EVs coming off lease.1 Edmunds puts the broader […]

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Transparent Pricing Solutions
Transparent Pricing Solutions

Apr 25, 2026
The Autotrader Team

In response to increasing focus on pricing transparency regulations, Autotrader offers two solutions to help your dealership display fees clearly — building shopper trust from the first click.

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When Vehicle History Is Missing, So Is Buyer Confidence
When Vehicle History Is Missing, So Is Buyer Confidence

Apr 23, 2026
The Autotrader Team

Buyers decide whether they trust a vehicle long before they reach out. Before they call, click, or submit a lead, skepticism or confidence has already taken hold.  When a vehicle’s history isn’t visible upfront, uncertainty […]

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