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NAC blogs give you an inside look at the latest information in the F&I and automotive industry.

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Are Cars Smart Enough to Avoid Hacking?

Technology
F&I Insights
All

New technology brings new threats, and as vehicles get smarter, data security becomes more of a hot topic.

NAC Blog
NAC Blog
April 14, 2023

Technology in the Service Department

Technology
F&I Insights
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The service department continues to be a valuable resource for dealership revenue and customer experience. In recent years, technology has improved efficiencies for the technician and customer.

NAC Blog
NAC Blog
March 17, 2023

How AI Will Affect the Automotive Industry

Technology
Business
F&I Insights
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It’s no secret that AI development impacts the tech world, but how will it bleed into the automotive space?

NAC Blog
NAC Blog
February 10, 2023

Dealer Tech Revs Up: What to Expect in 2023

F&I Insights
Business
Technology
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As the new year kicks off, so does new dealership technology. Since the pandemic began in 2020, dealers had to adjust to a new normal.

NAC Blog
NAC Blog
January 18, 2023

Educating Consumers on EVs

Technology
Business
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F&I Insights

Though tech and car enthusiasts welcome EVs with open arms, some consumers are unsure of the long-term reliability and price tag of new, shiny EVs.

NAC Blog
NAC Blog
December 9, 2022

Exploring EV Technology

Technology
F&I Insights
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Electric vehicles (EVs) give drivers a glimpse into the future of cars. Many EVs on the market boast an unapologetically minimalist design, but when you step inside, you’re greeted with technology.

NAC Blog
NAC Blog
September 22, 2022

Your Guide to EV Maintenance

Technology
F&I Insights
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When you think of EVs, a futuristic set of wheels comes to mind - one that requires little maintenance and offers a new world of electrified driving.

NAC Blog
NAC Blog
August 30, 2022

How Long Do EV Batteries Last?

All
Technology
F&I Insights

EVs continue to soar in popularity as drivers electrify their commutes. Powered by batteries instead of an internal combustion engine, there is a lot to discover about EV maintenance and longevity.

NAC Blog
NAC Blog
August 16, 2022

How Dealerships Can Prepare for the Rise in EVs

F&I Insights
Technology
Business
All

As EVs become more popular on the roads, dealerships will need to adapt their sales and service teams to a future-proof system.

NAC Blog
NAC Blog
August 3, 2022

Do EVs Last? Buckle Up and Explore EV Reliability

All
Technology
F&I Insights

As the hype toward EVs continues to rise, what does this mean for consumers? Keep on reading as we deep-dive into EV reliability.

NAC Blog
NAC Blog
July 14, 2022

Automotive Year in Review

Business
F&I Insights
Service & Fixed Operations vs. Service & Parts
Technology
All

As Fixed Ops 5 celebrates its first anniversary, we lookback on the last year in the automotive industry.

NAC Blog
NAC Blog
May 10, 2022

The Electrifying Future of the Automotive Industry

Technology
Business
All

Tony Wanderon, CEO of National Auto Care, recently spoke with Corey Smith regarding the future of the automotive industry and how dealerships can keep up.

NAC Blog
NAC Blog
April 27, 2022

Technology, Efficiency & Consumer Education

Technology
All

There are three key areas dealers should focus on to drive service profit growth: technology, efficiency, and consumer education.

NAC Blog
NAC Blog
August 10, 2021

Staying Current Part IV - F&I Product Impacts

F&I Insights
Technology
All

As EVs become more ubiquitous, it’s not just dealers who will have to adapt: product providers will also have to reevaluate some aspects of their strategy in the age of electrification.

NAC Blog
NAC Blog
April 29, 2021

Staying Current Part III - Automotive Impacts

Technology
All

While there are few official estimates as yet, it is widely expected that the rise of EVs will have massive implications for repair facilities—particularly the 160,000+ independent shops across the US

NAC Blog
NAC Blog
April 22, 2021

Staying Current Part II - Challenges and Outlooks

Technology
All

With a variety of electric vehicle models available from multiple OEMs, what is holding back EV adoption rates in the US?

NAC Blog
NAC Blog
April 15, 2021

Staying Current Part I - A Series on Electric Vehicles

Technology
F&I Insights
All

In this series, we explore the current EV landscape, predictions for and challenges facing its future, and how electrification will impact the larger automotive industry.

NAC Blog
NAC Blog
April 8, 2021

Shifting to Digital Sales

Business
Technology
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As the nation braces for a likely resurgence of the coronavirus, dealers who have made the shift to online vehicle purchase and home delivery are better positioned to meet their customers’ needs.

NAC Blog
NAC Blog
November 5, 2020

Protect Your Tech

Technology
All

In recent years, the technology of passenger vehicles has become more complex and prominent. Even 5 years ago, many drivers would not have expected their next new vehicle to be capable of braking...

NAC Blog
NAC Blog
September 15, 2020

The New Normal: Digital Marketing

Business
Technology
All

In a post-COVID landscape, many dealers are doing more with less, getting creative, and maximizing the return on time and money spent.

NAC Blog
NAC Blog
August 12, 2020

Revenue Streams Can Be Moved – and Maximized – Online

Business
Technology
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By utilizing digital platforms with accompanying apps or websites, dealers can put themselves in front of their customers even after the initial vehicle sale has been made. Learn more about how...

NAC Blog
NAC Blog
June 10, 2020

Just Add Videos

Business
Technology
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Studies are demonstrating that shoppers want more information about vehicles and F&I products, and they’d prefer to get it before they visit a dealership. Utilizing web videos to deliver this...

NAC Blog
NAC Blog
March 5, 2020

Smarten Up Your Cars

Technology
All

As smartphones continue to be an integral part of everyday life, getting in front of your customers via their phones can make all the difference in building a long-term connection and business...

NAC Blog
NAC Blog
December 19, 2019

Connect to Greater Opportunity

Technology
Business
All

By 2025, more than 300 million vehicles worldwide will be equipped with connectivity technology. Consumers and dealers alike can capitalize on the data these devices capture.

NAC Blog
NAC Blog
December 9, 2019