In a world where companies like Netflix, Amazon and even Walmart.com are providing consumers with hyper-personalised experiences, Dealers are behind the curve. Often, Dealer websites provide to consumers the same static experience, whether they are an 18yo first-time driver or…
AADA is excited to announce the addition of an extra session to the AADA 2019 National Dealer Convention & Expo program. On top of the world-class sales training provided in the Sales Team Event conducted by leading UK Sales Trainer,…
AADA is delighted to have secured Jaguar Land Rover Australia’s Managing Director, Mark Cameron, to deliver the keynote address at the AADA 2019 National Dealer Convention & Expo. The partnership between Dealers and manufacturers is more important than ever, and…
What price can you put on knowledge? How much would you expect to pay to expose your staff to the latest innovations, technology, products and services available to improve every aspect of dealership operations? How about nothing? In a new…
AADA has, over the years, had a number of great Australians speak at AADA National Dealer Conventions and this year is no exception. Sir Peter Cosgrove AK MC, who officially stepped down as Governor-General on 28 June, will address the…
The story of the ‘Wild Boars’ boys football team trapped in an underwater cave in Thailand captured the attention of the world last year. The world held its collective breath as a daring rescue mission was mounted, with Adelaide anaesthetist,…
After a long campaign for an industry-specific Automotive Code of Conduct, both sides of politics last year agreed to introduce one. The ‘one size fits all’ Franchising Code that covers everything from Jim’s Mowing to 7-Eleven has never suited the…
Women influence more than 80 percent of new car purchase decisions, yet when they walk into a dealership showroom they are rarely greeted by another woman. Research abroad shows that organisations with more inclusive cultures achieve better business outcomes and…
No area of dealership operations has come under more scrutiny in recent years than the F&I department. On the back of investigations by ASIC and the ACCC, Dealers now face the prospect of changes to point of sale exemptions. To…
How does today’s automotive retailer remain profitable and viable? In 2018, the Australian retail automotive industry recorded its least profitable year. The profit dynamics have shifted and we need to find better ways to serve our customers, retain gross profit…