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Tariq Kamal

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Newsby Tariq KamalMay 22, 2019

NC Dealer Refuses to Lower Giant American Flag

Camping World and Gander RV’s Marcus Lemonis says his dealership’s 40-by-80-foot American flag is a tribute to military veterans and that he will not take it down, despite the threat of thousands of dollars in fines.

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Newsby Tariq KamalMay 21, 2019

Subprime Up 13% as Total Auto Originations Decline

The Federal Reserve Bank of New York’s Q1 U.S. household debt report finds auto loan and lease originations declined slightly year-over-year — except for sub-620 customers — while 90-day delinquencies grew by 9.2%.

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Newsby Tariq KamalMay 20, 2019

Lithia Buys Honda Store From Saporito, Armstead

Lithia Motors has purchased Central New Jersey’s Hamilton Honda from Michael Saporito, who will remain as dealer, and former NFL linebacker Jessie Armstead.

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Newsby Tariq KamalMay 15, 2019

So You Think You Can Sell Supercars: The Things Lists 21 Rules

The Things’ Cory Barclay has created a list of rules for dealers interested in selling $200,000-plus vehicles, many revolving around factory-specific fine print that would shock most mass-market retailers.

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Articlesby Tariq KamalMay 13, 2019

Loyalty Drives Growth at #1 Cochran Automotive

Acquisitions have helped fuel the rapid expansion of Rob Cochran’s 24-rooftop auto group. But he believes the secret to his success is the people of Western Pennsylvania, including those he employs and the customers they serve.

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Newsby Tariq KamalMay 13, 2019

Survey: Top Dealers Grew F&I Revenue and PVR in 2018

A survey of Automotive News’ top 150 U.S. auto retailers finds per-copy averages grew 4.6% to $1,482 in 2018, fueling a 7.5% increase in total F&I revenue.

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Newsby Tariq KamalMay 9, 2019

Carvana Q1: Accelerated Growth Accelerates Losses

Carvana’s first-quarter results include triple-digit gains in net revenue and consumer-sourced inventory, but losses continue to mount, growing 57% to $82.6 million year-over-year.

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Editorialby Tariq KamalMay 6, 2019

This Is Why Investors Hate Carvana

Carvana made a splash in the latest used-car retailer rankings, but analysts say the dealer disruptor is losing too much money and will never turn a profit.

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Newsby Tariq KamalMay 6, 2019

Court Ruling Ends Tate’s Auto Comeback Bid

A bankruptcy court ruling allowing two captives to reclaim inventory has officially closed the doors on Tate’s Auto Group after more than 40 years in business.

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Newsby Tariq KamalMay 2, 2019

Sales Down 2.3% in April, SAAR Falls Below 17 Million

The annual forecast for U.S. light-vehicle sales fell to 16.41 million as volume fell 2.3% year-over-year in an April that was expected to bring the year’s first gain following an underwhelming first quarter.

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