2026 Inventory Health Survey reveals delayed inventory risk identification, limited VIN-level visibility and cross-team misalignment are putting dealership profitability at risk. DETROIT (July 8, 2026) — Lotlinx, the inventory performance intelligence platform for automotive retail, today released findings from its 2026 Inventory Health Survey, revealing significant gaps in how dealerships monitor, evaluate and respond to inventory performance. Among…
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In a recent episode of Dealer Talk with Jen Suzuki, LotLinx’s Randy Kobat joined the show to unpack one of the most important shifts happening in dealership technology today.
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New Vehicle Prices Hit $45,926 as Used Vehicles Surge 8%; EV Inventory Swells to 100-Day Supply While Hybrid Sales Capture a Quarter of the Market DETROIT (April 23, 2026) — Lotlinx, the auto industry’s first and only VIN Performance platform built to help dealers maximize profitability, today released its Q1 2026 Vincensus Report, the most…
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New Lotlinx Survey Reveals the “AI Gap” in Automotive Retail and Why Dealers Are Demanding Inventory-Intelligent Solutions DETROIT, April 07, 2026 — The era of one-size-fits-all artificial intelligence is over for auto dealers, at least for the ones paying attention. A new industry survey in March of roughly 215 executives from franchise and independent dealerships…
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🗞️ Industry roundup: FROM PR NEWSWIRE: Spring optimism boosts U.S. automobile dealer sentiment, despite weak profits, growing costs U.S. auto dealers are entering spring with increased optimism, as the market outlook index for Q1 reaches 58, the highest since 2022, indicating growing confidence for the next three months. While conditions have improved slightly from last…
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February 2025 showed mixed signals, with a slight uptick in sales but continued challenges in both new and used vehicle segments. Used car prices demonstrated signs of stabilization; however, inventory constraints remained a pressing issue, with the average days’ supply tightening to 39 days. Economic uncertainties and new trade policies introduced additional risks, particularly with…
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It’s Your Dealership, It’s Your Decision – Agentic AI Just Makes It Easier Technology is moving a million miles per hour, and the future of dealership marketing is evolving with it. The way cars are bought and sold has changed drastically in the past few years, and only the dealerships that adapt will be the…
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Don’t Just Buy the AI Hype—Make It Work for Your Dealership AI is everywhere in the automotive industry, promising to revolutionize inventory management, marketing, pricing, and more. But not all AI is created equal. Some vendors are selling high-tech promises without delivering real, measurable results. For dealers, AI should be more than just a buzzword—it…
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The car buying process has changed dramatically in recent years. Customers expect an easy experience—one where they can find the exact vehicle they want, at the right price, without spending hours searching through listings that don’t match their needs. This is where using AI for a car dealership can help disrupt automotive retailing. AI-powered solutions,…
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As we settle into 2025, dealers are facing a big decision: Should they focus more on selling used cars or lean into new vehicle sales? The answer isn’t easy because various market factors—from inventory levels to shifting consumer demand—are influencing sales strategies. With data from Lotlinx Vinsights, Kelley Blue Book, and other key industry sources,…
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