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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As we move into 2025, AI and machine learning (ML) are set to transform automotive retail. Beyond customer interactions, these technologies are reshaping dealership inventory management, pricing, and operations. In 2024, AI expanded into back-office functions like credit processing and identity verification. This year, it will be deeply integrated into inventory management and operations. Click…
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🗞️ Industry roundup: FROM WARDS AUTO: Shifting gears: What car buyers really want in 2025 Consumer interest in hybrids is rising, with 26% of U.S. buyers preferring them for fuel savings and lower emissions, while BEV interest remains limited due to charging concerns. Brand loyalty is weakening, with 46% of U.S. consumers planning to switch…
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Experienced Automotive Leader to Drive Innovation and Elevate Dealer Success Through AI and Machine Learning DETROIT, Feb. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Lotlinx, the auto industry’s leading VIN-specific data company for dealership inventory management, announced today the appointment of Joshua Gonsenhauser as Vice President of Product Strategy. Gonsenhauser, a seasoned professional with over a decade of experience in automotive software and…
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The smarter vehicles get, the more refined or “interconnected” future changes in automobile technology will be. By 2030, up to 90% of new cars are anticipated to have built-in connectivity, which will fundamentally transform production. By that year, McKinsey predicts that 95% of new cars will have advanced connectivity. But beyond that, what will the…
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One for the books! Well, this NADA will go down in history books for sure. Unprecedented snowstorms, cancelled flights, and cross-country roadtrips set the scene for a crazy weekend in New Orleans. The Lotlinx team went above and beyond to put on a show worthy of its dealer attendees, complete with live speaking sessions, round-the-clock…
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🗞️ Industry roundup: FROM CAR AND DRIVER: President Trump signs executive order revoking Biden-era EV targets President Donald Trump has signed an executive order revoking Biden-era EV targets, including the goal for 50% of new cars sold by 2030 to be electric. The order also eliminates federal funds for EV charging stations and challenges state…
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