My name is Michael Aufmuth and I work in the automotive industry with Elite FI Partners. I put this blog together as a collection of the latest news, events & articles surrounding today's events in the automotive industry. Visit my company site at www.elitefipartners.com
Monday, August 31, 2020
Dealership Capital Advance | Elite FI Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/capital-advance?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Kelley Blue Book Names 10 Most Awarded Cars & Most Awarded Brands of 2020
https://www.fi-magazine.com/362740/kelley-blue-book-names-10-most-awarded-cars-most-awarded-brands-of-2020?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Powersports Programs | Elite FI Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/powersports-finance-products?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Payment Promise Program | Elite FI Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/payment-promise-program?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Friday Think Tank Challenge - Post a video with what you are passionate about
In the Think Tank this last Thursday we spoke about a few members that had been posting videos about what they are working on and they are passionate about. I challenged everyone to share a video and post about what they are passionate about. Some of us are fearful of other's thoughts and reactions to our videos. Showing support allows others to share their message and post a video with what they are passionate about. Michael Dean Aufmuth www.elitefipartners.com #elitefi #strongertogether #bringthevalue
Sunday, August 30, 2020
Line5 Contract Financing F&I Products | Elite FI Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/service-contract-financing-options?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Gap Protection | Elite FI Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/gap-protection?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Fleet | Medium Duty | Commercial Vehicle Service Contracts | Elite FI Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/fleet-medium-duty-service-contracts?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Saturday, August 29, 2020
Your Plan Service Drive App | Elite FI Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/service-drive-your-plan?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Our Process | Elite FI Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/process?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
RV | Motorhome | Heavy Truck & Trailer | Elite FI Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/rv-products?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Friday, August 28, 2020
Our Story | Elite FI Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/our-story?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Schedule A Meeting | Elite FI Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/book-online?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
VALUEWise Automotive Deminished Value Protection | Elite FI Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/copy-of-diminished-value-protection?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
GPS Tracking & Theft | Elite FI Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/gps-tracking?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Thursday, August 27, 2020
Consumers Shopping for Auto Insurance at a Higher Rate Despite COVID-19 Challenges
https://www.fi-magazine.com/362725/consumers-shopping-for-auto-insurance-at-a-higher-rate-despite-covid-19-challeng?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Black Book Integrates with One Auction View: New Centralized Auction Management Software
https://www.fi-magazine.com/362723/black-book-integrates-with-one-auction-view-new-centralized-auction-management-s?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Gap Protection | Elite FI Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/gap-protection?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
The Digital Retailing Revolution: How to Transform Your Dealership to Support a Customer-Centric Culture
https://www.fi-magazine.com/fi/362667/the-digital-retailing-revolution-how-to-transform-your-dealership-to-support-a-c?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Wednesday, August 26, 2020
Change Is Required
https://www.fi-magazine.com/362706/change-is-required?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Why Agents Should Keep a Close Eye on the Evolving Role of Aftermarket Menu Selling
https://www.fi-magazine.com/362702/why-agents-should-keep-a-close-eye-on-the-evolving-role-of-aftermarket-menu-sell?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
automotiveMastermind Enhances Market EyeQ Sales Platform With Pre-Owned and Manheim Market Report Integration
https://www.fi-magazine.com/362700/automotivemastermind-enhances-market-eyeq-sales-platform-with-pre-owned-and-manh?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Automotive F&I Products by Elite F&I Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/automotive-product-line?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Tuesday, August 25, 2020
COVID-19 Market Update
https://www.fi-magazine.com/362685/covid-19-market-update-3?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Monday, August 24, 2020
Powerbuy Equity Protection | Elite FI Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/powerbuy?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Roadster Elevates Digital Retailing by Enhancing Its Robust Digital Sales Platform
https://www.fi-magazine.com/362682/roadster-elevates-digital-retailing-by-enhancing-its-robust-digital-sales-platfo?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
MyKaarma Further Improves the Customer Experience with Uber Vouchers Integration
https://www.fi-magazine.com/362680/mykaarma-further-improves-the-customer-experience-with-uber-vouchers-integration?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Prime Automotive Group and Safe-Guard Products International Partnership Brings a Complete Protection Solution to Prime Dealers
https://www.fi-magazine.com/362678/prime-automotive-group-and-safe-guard-products-international-partnership-brings-a-complete-protection-solution-to-prime-dealers?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Powersports Programs | Elite FI Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/powersports-finance-products?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Sunday, August 23, 2020
Payment Promise Program | Elite FI Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/payment-promise-program?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Being Fast does not mean Being Efficient!
https://www.elitefipartners.com/post/being-fast-does-not-mean-being-efficient?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Line5 Contract Financing F&I Products | Elite FI Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/service-contract-financing-options?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Gap Protection | Elite FI Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/gap-protection?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Fleet | Medium Duty | Commercial Vehicle Service Contracts | Elite FI Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/fleet-medium-duty-service-contracts?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Saturday, August 22, 2020
Your Plan Service Drive App | Elite FI Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/service-drive-your-plan?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Our Process | Elite FI Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/process?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Friday, August 21, 2020
Winners of 2020 Dealers’ Choice Awards Announced
https://www.fi-magazine.com/362669/winners-of-2020-dealers-choice-awards-announced?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Schedule A Meeting | Elite FI Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/book-online?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Our Story | Elite FI Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/our-story?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Thursday, August 20, 2020
VALUEWise Automotive Deminished Value Protection | Elite FI Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/copy-of-diminished-value-protection?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
GPS Tracking & Theft | Elite FI Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/gps-tracking?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
The Top 5 (Non-COVID) Developments In Dealership Employment Law
https://www.fi-magazine.com/362655/the-top-5-non-covid-developments-in-dealership-employment-law?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Elite FI Partners | Leading Finance Products | Training & Coaching
https://www.elitefipartners.com/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Wednesday, August 19, 2020
Digital Adoption In an Uncertain World: How Auto Lenders Can Evolve Collections for a Better Customer Experience
https://www.fi-magazine.com/362652/digital-adoption-in-an-uncertain-world-how-auto-lenders-can-evolve-collections-f?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Dealerware Partners with MDL autoMation to Offer a More Efficient, Personalized Guest Experience for Service Loaner Customers
https://www.fi-magazine.com/362650/dealerware-partners-with-mdl-automation-to-offer-a-more-efficient-personalized-g?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Automotive F&I Products by Elite F&I Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/automotive-product-line?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
COVID-19 Market Insights
https://www.fi-magazine.com/362647/covid-19-market-insights?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
National Auto Care Acquires Excel Auto Partners
https://www.fi-magazine.com/362645/national-auto-care-acquires-excel-auto-partners?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Tuesday, August 18, 2020
Now is the Best Time to Sell Your Used Car, According to Kelley Blue Book
https://www.fi-magazine.com/362638/now-is-the-best-time-to-sell-your-used-car-according-to-kelley-blue-book?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
The Road to Success: Overcoming the Pandemic at Nutley Auto
https://www.fi-magazine.com/362631/the-road-to-success-overcoming-the-pandemic-at-nutley-auto?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
The Continued Rise of Electric Vehicles
https://www.fi-magazine.com/362627/the-continued-rise-of-electric-vehicles?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Monday, August 17, 2020
Powerbuy Equity Protection | Elite FI Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/powerbuy?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Vehicle Service Contracts | Elite FI Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/exclusionary-vehicle-service-contra?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Sunday, August 16, 2020
Dealership Capital Advance | Elite FI Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/capital-advance?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Payment Promise Program | Elite FI Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/payment-promise-program?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Being Fast does not mean Being Efficient!
https://www.elitefipartners.com/post/being-fast-does-not-mean-being-efficient?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Line5 Contract Financing F&I Products | Elite FI Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/service-contract-financing-options?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Saturday, August 15, 2020
Gap Protection | Elite FI Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/gap-protection?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Latest Dealertrack DMS Integrations Help Dealers Re-Organize and Readjust Workflows Amid Reopening Phase
https://www.fi-magazine.com/362622/latest-dealertrack-dms-integrations-help-dealers-re-organize-and-readjust-workfl?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Your Plan Service Drive App | Elite FI Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/service-drive-your-plan?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Friday, August 14, 2020
Our Process | Elite FI Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/process?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
RV | Motorhome | Heavy Truck & Trailer | Elite FI Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/rv-products?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Our Story | Elite FI Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/our-story?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Digital Air Strike Wins Two National Awards for Credit Prequalification Technology that Streamlines the Vehicle Financing Process
https://www.fi-magazine.com/362620/digital-air-strike-wins-two-national-awards-for-credit-prequalification-technolo?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Thursday, August 13, 2020
KAR Global Welcomes Automotive Industry Veteran as Executive Vice President of Dealer Sales
https://www.fi-magazine.com/362618/kar-global-welcomes-automotive-industry-veteran-as-executive-vice-president-of-d?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
GPS Tracking & Theft | Elite FI Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/gps-tracking?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Automotive Industry Drives High-Tech Innovation
https://www.fi-magazine.com/361610/automotive-industry-drives-high-tech-innovation?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
COVID Waivers
https://www.fi-magazine.com/361612/covid-waivers?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Wednesday, August 12, 2020
Gap Protection | Elite FI Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/gap-protection?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
APCO Holdings, LLC, Welcomes Scot Eisenfelder as Senior Vice President, Strategy and Planning
https://www.fi-magazine.com/361616/apco-holdings-llc-welcomes-scot-eisenfelder-as-senior-vice-president-strategy-an?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Tuesday, August 11, 2020
Automotive F&I Products by Elite F&I Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/automotive-product-line?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
F&I Tip of the Week: The 80/20 Rule
https://www.fi-magazine.com/361598/fi-tip-of-the-week-the-80-20-rule?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Survey: 80% of Automotive Dealerships Report Partnering with Fewer than Twenty Lenders, Highlighting Competitive Financial Marketplace
https://www.fi-magazine.com/361596/survey-80-of-automotive-dealerships-report-partnering-with-fewer-than-twenty-len?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
COVID-19 Market Update
https://www.fi-magazine.com/361594/covid-19-market-update-2?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Chatbots Are Reshaping the Way COVID-19 Era Retailers Connect with Customers
https://www.fi-magazine.com/361585/chatbots-are-reshaping-the-way-covid-19-era-retailers-connect-with-customers?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Monday, August 10, 2020
What’s In a Name? Apparently, Everything.
https://www.fi-magazine.com/361579/whats-in-a-name-apparently-everything?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Powerbuy Equity Protection | Elite FI Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/powerbuy?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
OSHA Safe + Sound Week is Important Time to Audit Coronavirus Safety Standards at Dealerships
https://blog.nada.org/2020/08/10/osha-safe-sound-week-is-important-time-to-audit-coronavirus-safety-standards-at-dealerships/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Sunday, August 9, 2020
Powersports Programs | Elite FI Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/powersports-finance-products?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Dealership Capital Advance | Elite FI Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/capital-advance?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Payment Promise Program | Elite FI Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/payment-promise-program?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Line5 Contract Financing F&I Products | Elite FI Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/service-contract-financing-options?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Saturday, August 8, 2020
Fleet | Medium Duty | Commercial Vehicle Service Contracts | Elite FI Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/fleet-medium-duty-service-contracts?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Gap Protection | Elite FI Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/gap-protection?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Your Plan Service Drive App | Elite FI Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/service-drive-your-plan?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Friday, August 7, 2020
RV | Motorhome | Heavy Truck & Trailer | Elite FI Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/rv-products?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Our Story | Elite FI Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/our-story?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Thursday, August 6, 2020
Our Process | Elite FI Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/process?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
VALUEWise Automotive Deminished Value Protection | Elite FI Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/copy-of-diminished-value-protection?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Schedule A Meeting | Elite FI Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/book-online?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Elite FI Partners | Leading Finance Products | Training & Coaching
https://www.elitefipartners.com/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Wednesday, August 5, 2020
GPS Tracking & Theft | Elite FI Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/gps-tracking?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Complete Coverage for Pre Owned Inventory
https://www.elitefipartners.com/post/complete-coverage-for-pre-owned-inventory?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Gap Protection | Elite FI Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/gap-protection?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Tuesday, August 4, 2020
COVID-19 Market Updates
https://www.fi-magazine.com/361558/covid-19-market-updates?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
NADA Market Beat: July Vehicle Sales Improve for Third Consecutive Month
https://blog.nada.org/2020/08/04/nada-market-beat-july-vehicle-sales-improve-for-third-consecutive-month/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Fuel Capital Group and Safe-Guard Products International Partnership Delivers Complete Motorcycle Protection Solution to Dealers
https://www.fi-magazine.com/361556/fuel-capital-group-and-safe-guard-products-international-partnership-delivers-co?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
From Green to Great
https://www.fi-magazine.com/361554/from-green-to-great?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
How an Extra $20k Could Help Your Dealership...and How to Get it.
https://www.fi-magazine.com/361513/how-an-extra-20k-could-help-your-dealership-and-how-to-get-it?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Monday, August 3, 2020
NAE/NWAN Announces New Partnership with Ultimar
https://www.fi-magazine.com/361541/nae-nwan-announces-new-partnership-with-ultimar?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Remote Finance Menu Training
https://www.elitefipartners.com/post/remote-finance-menu-training?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
EcoCarPro | MicrobeRepel | Elite FI Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/eco-flex-appearance-protection?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Powerbuy Equity Protection | Elite FI Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/powerbuy?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Sunday, August 2, 2020
Powersports Programs | Elite FI Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/powersports-finance-products?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Dealership Capital Advance | Elite FI Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/capital-advance?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Payment Promise Program | Elite FI Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/payment-promise-program?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Line5 Contract Financing F&I Products | Elite FI Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/service-contract-financing-options?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Saturday, August 1, 2020
Fleet | Medium Duty | Commercial Vehicle Service Contracts | Elite FI Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/fleet-medium-duty-service-contracts?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Gap Protection | Elite FI Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/gap-protection?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger
Your Plan Service Drive App | Elite FI Partners
https://www.elitefipartners.com/service-drive-your-plan?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger