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Move More Work Better

Practical Strategies for Staying Active While Working Remotely   Why Movement Matters in Remote Work Move More, Work Better. Remote work offers flexibility and freedom, but it also comes with a hidden challenge—sedentary habits. Long hours at a desk can lead to stiffness, fatigue, and even long-term health issues. Incorporating active living into your daily

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Amazon Autos Welcomes Hertz

Hertz Car Sales’ inventory is now listed on Amazon Autos, expanding consumer access and dealership reach.   Amazon Autos Expands Again Amazon Autos Welcomes Hertz. Just two weeks after adding used and certified pre-owned vehicles from franchised dealers, Amazon Autos has expanded deeper into the used-car space. On Wednesday, Hertz Car Sales announced it has

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Reconnecting with Lost Customers

Five digital outreach strategies to re-engage past leads and convert them into active buyers.   Reconnecting with Lost Customers. Automotive dealerships spend heavily on acquiring new customers, but a major hurdle is retaining them after the first purchase. Many buyers—often called “lost souls”—never return for service or their next vehicle. This represents a significant untapped

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EV Sales Growth Update

What dealers should know as demand peaks before the Sept. 30 credit deadline!   Momentum Shift in August EV Sales Growth Update. Shoppers pulled EV demand forward ahead of the federal tax credit sunset, pushing U.S. new EV sales to ~146,000 units in August—an all-time monthly record—at ~9.9% market share. The spike sets up a

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AI Chatbots: Safety vs. Speech

Grok’s controversy revives critical debate over free speech, safety, and unchecked automation in AI.   🚨 AI Safety in the Spotlight AI Chatbots: Safety vs. Speech. Artificial intelligence chatbots have quickly become integrated into everything—from remote staff to dealership customer service. But recent events are raising red flags about just how safe these systems truly

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Hiring Slowdown Hits Hard

How economic uncertainty is stalling job opportunities beyond essential industries   Employers Hit Pause, Not Panic Hiring Slowdown Hits Hard. Rather than initiating massive layoffs, many U.S. employers are choosing to hold off on new hires. This trend marks a significant shift in the labor market as economic uncertainty pushes companies to act cautiously. According

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Ford Fuel Pump Recall

Owners of Bronco, F-150, Super Duty Trucks, and Other Models Urged to Watch for Engine Stall Recall Notices   Major Recall Hits Popular Ford Models Ford Motor Company has issued a recall affecting several widely driven models, including the 2021–2023 Bronco, Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, F-Series Super Duty trucks (F-250 to F-550), 2021–2022 Lincoln Navigator, Mustang,

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