Daniel Pilger & Brian Traugott on used cars, fixed ops, and dealer profits

Daniel Pilger & Brian Traugott on used cars, fixed ops, and dealer profits

Author: Jim Fitzpatrick March 18, 2026 Duration: 8:44
Daniel Pilger and Brian Traugott break down key trends shaping dealer performance, from used-vehicle dynamics to fixed ops profitability and luxury sales cycles. Drawing on recent public dealer earnings, the conversation highlights how shifting supply, affordability pressures, and margin compression are reshaping dealership strategy. Pilger and Traugott explain why used vehicles remain central to volume, how fixed operations are stabilizing profits, and what’s really happening in the luxury s...

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