Cox Automotive

Cox Automotive Mobility Unlocks More Efficient Fleet Operations Future

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Monday, July 11, 2022

"Beyond the many consumer trends driving fleet growth, there is also an important technology component impacting medium- and -heavy duty fleets of today and tomorrow," said Alex Fraser, AVP of Fleet Operations, Cox Automotive Mobility.

Key Points: 
  • "Beyond the many consumer trends driving fleet growth, there is also an important technology component impacting medium- and -heavy duty fleets of today and tomorrow," said Alex Fraser, AVP of Fleet Operations, Cox Automotive Mobility.
  • "Cox Automotive Mobility's digital-first suite of fleet solutions provides advanced capabilities and service footprint to maximize the value of every fleet asset's complete life cycle."
  • For more information on the Cox Automotive Mobility Fleet Marketplace and Service 360, visit www.CAMFleetOperations.com .
  • Cox Automotive is a subsidiary of Cox Enterprises Inc., a privately-owned, Atlanta-based company with annual revenues of nearly $20 billion.

Latest Manheim Used-Vehicle Data Shows Signs of Market Normalcy After Unprecedented Run in 2020 and 2021

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Friday, July 8, 2022

New-vehicle sales remain muted with no clear solution in sight as tight supply continues to hold back the market.

Key Points: 
  • New-vehicle sales remain muted with no clear solution in sight as tight supply continues to hold back the market.
  • Some trends are returning more toward normalcy in the used-vehicle market, according to Chief Economist Jonathan Smoke.
  • "It's refreshing to report we are seeing some trends returning more toward normalcy in the used market," said Cox Automotive Chief Economist Jonathan Smoke.
  • Manheim Market Report (MMR) values saw larger declines over the last two weeks than in the prior two weeks.

D-Patrick Introduces a Completely Digital Car Buying Solution

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Thursday, July 7, 2022

D-Patrick Is now offering customers an opportunity to buy a vehicle completely online from a locally owned, fourth-generation family dealership.

Key Points: 
  • D-Patrick Is now offering customers an opportunity to buy a vehicle completely online from a locally owned, fourth-generation family dealership.
  • EVANSVILLE, Ind., July 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- D-Patrick announced today the launch of online car buying, leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) and D-Patrick exemplary customer service.
  • D-Patrick brings a new level of service to online buying.
  • Esntial Commerce is the industry's first white-label ecommerce solution that provides a fully automated and online ecommerce consumer car buying experience while transforming the traditional retailer deal process.

Jeff Wyler Automotive Family Introduces, WylerComplete, a First in-Market and Online Car Buying Platform from a Locally Owned Cincinnati Dealership

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Wednesday, July 6, 2022

Wyler offers support for car buyers before, during and after the sale

Key Points: 
  • Wyler offers support for car buyers before, during and after the sale
    CINCINNATI, July 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Jeff Wyler Automotive Family announced the launch of WylerComplete , a 100% online car buying experience for pre-owned vehicles.
  • "Unlike some of the other online car buying sites, Wyler is locally owned and has been doing business in the Cincinnati market since 1973," said David Wyler, President, at Jeff Wyler Automotive Family.
  • Jeff Wyler Automotive Family's new, fully online car buying experience servingthe Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana market can be found at wylercomplete.com.
  • The Jeff Wyler Automotive Family operates 23 dealerships in Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana.

Cox Automotive Introduces Kelley Blue Book Service Advisor

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Wednesday, June 29, 2022

ATLANTA, June 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Kelley Blue Book, a Cox Automotive company, today announced Service Advisor is now available for car owners nationwide. Service Advisor is designed to help car owners identify local auto repair shops and find fair prices for services rendered. Referencing data stemming from millions of services performed, Service Advisor answers key ownership questions like what services are needed and when to have them performed and most importantly, how much it should cost based on similar repairs in the area.

Key Points: 
  • ATLANTA, June 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Kelley Blue Book , a Cox Automotive company, today announced Service Advisor is now available for car owners nationwide.
  • With Kelley Blue Book Service Advisor, our data scientists leverage proprietary insights and industry data to help owners get the right service, from the right provider, at the right price.
  • The Kelley Blue Book Service Advisor at a more fundamental level facilitates better spending decisions, which is exactly what my audience is looking to do."
  • For more information about Kelley Blue Book Service Advisor, visit [insert service advisor link].

Kelley Blue Book Provides Summer Road Trip Tips as Gas Prices Remain High in Advance of July 4 Holiday Weekend

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Wednesday, June 29, 2022

ATLANTA, June 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- While gas prices remain high leading up to one of the busiest summer travel weekends, millions of Americans are preparing to hit the road to celebrate the Fourth of July holiday. To help ensure road-trippers are prepared for a safe and enjoyable vacation, Kelley Blue Book, a Cox Automotive company, today announces its Summer Driving Checklist and Safety Tips.

Key Points: 
  • Before heading out, Kelley Blue Book recommends that road trippers check local gas station prices using their favorite gas app, and electric-car drivers should map out their route and locate charging stations ahead of time.
  • "Heading into the busy July 4 holiday travel weekend, gas prices remain high throughout the country yet still seem more palatable to many travelers compared to the climbing costs of airfare," said Brian Moody , executive editor for Kelley Blue Book.
  • Even if the entire trip is smooth sailing, Kelley Blue Book's helpful summer road trip checklist can ease the process and provide families with some peace of mind."
  • For more summer 2022 road trip tips and information from Kelley Blue Book, visit https://www.kbb.com/car-advice/road-trip-vehicle-safety-tips/ .

Veteran Auto Analyst Michelle Krebs Fields Questions From Stellar Solar Founding Partner Michael Powers on Electric Vehicle Trends on Syndicated Radio Show

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Wednesday, June 29, 2022

SAN DIEGO, June 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Stellar Solar, one of Southern California's most experienced solar and battery storage installers since 1998, and winner of  the San Diego Union Tribune Readers Poll in the category of Best Solar Company again in 2022, had a unique opportunity recently to present a list of electric vehicle focused questions for auto analyst Michelle Krebs that included styling, the dealership model, service issues, anticipated model releases and autonomous vehicles. Krebs was a guest on the wide ranging cultural talk show Lick the Plate with host David Boylan, also Vice President of Marketing for Stellar Solar.

Key Points: 
  • Krebs was a guest on the wide ranging cultural talk show Lick the Plate with host David Boylan, also Vice President of Marketing for Stellar Solar.
  • Given the auto industry's move towards electrification and show host David Boylan's role in promoting the synergies with the solar industry, Krebs was the obvious choice to invite back.
  • Stellar Solar was ahead of the curve in offering EV chargers and battery storage to power EV's for several years now.
  • Stellar Solar provides no-pressure, virtual quotes for home and business owners interested in solar, battery storage and EV charging.

Cox Automotive Lowers Full-Year New-Vehicle Sales Forecast as Persistent Supply Problems Continue to Hold Back Auto Industry

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Tuesday, June 28, 2022

U.S. auto sales are forecast to finish down 17.3% year over year; Cox Automotive revises its full-year 2022 new-vehicle sales forecast to 14.4 million units, down from 15.3 million.

Key Points: 
  • U.S. auto sales are forecast to finish down 17.3% year over year; Cox Automotive revises its full-year 2022 new-vehicle sales forecast to 14.4 million units, down from 15.3 million.
  • The current forecast now is for new-vehicle sales volumes to fall below the 14.6 million sold in 2020.
  • The sales volume in June is expected to finish near 1.2 million units, down 7.5% from last year's volume of 1.3 million sales.
  • With no clear timeline for any notable recovery in new-vehicle inventory levels, Cox Automotive is lowering its full-year 2022 U.S. auto sales forecast to 14.4 million units, down from its current forecast of 15.3 million.

COX ENTERPRISES RECOGNIZED AS ONE OF THE 50 MOST COMMUNITY-MINDED COMPANIES IN THE UNITED STATES

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Tuesday, June 21, 2022

Cox Enterprises has been named a2022honoree of The Civic 50.

Key Points: 
  • Cox Enterprises has been named a2022honoree of The Civic 50.
  • Cox Enterprises has a long history of civic engagement on issues like skills development and sustainability.
  • Cox Enterprises is dedicated to building a better future through our leading communications, automotive and media companies.
  • Headquartered inAtlanta, Georgia, Cox is a global company with$20 billionin annual revenues and brands that include Autotrader,Kelley Blue Bookand Cox Homelife.

TORONTO-BASED MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY COMPANY WINS "DIGITAL DISTRUPTOR" AWARD

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Tuesday, June 21, 2022

In May of this year, BoomerangFX won the Digital Disruptor Award from ITWorld Canada and the Gartner Group.

Key Points: 
  • In May of this year, BoomerangFX won the Digital Disruptor Award from ITWorld Canada and the Gartner Group.
  • Dr. Mulholland then brought in the SaaS management team under Jerome Dwight, BoomerangFX's Chairman and CEO, to develop, grow and scale the company.
  • Previously named one of Canada's Top 40 Under 40, Dwight is an entrepreneur and technology industry executive with experience in both private and public markets.
  • Later this year, the company also plans to open a technology and sales office in the US.