It's the first full month of fall. Feel that nip in the air? It's a time when it's nice to be out walking the lot, but you've got a business to run and email leads to respond to. We hope the Cobalt Dealer News will make your fall more profitable!

LONGER WARRANTIES: HOW YOU CAN TAKE CHARGE
Will longer warranties mean less frequent contact with customers? A drop in customer retention? Lower absorption rates? We consider ways dealers can take charge of the situation.
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USED-VEHICLE MERCHANDISING: THREE TIPS
Is your used-car business delivering all the profits it can? Here's some advice that can make a real difference.
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DEALER SPOTLIGHT: BERGSTROM AUTOMOTIVE
Learn how Ted Gessler transformed a strong Internet department into a superstar. A tale of continuous improvements and minimal expense.
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HAPPENINGS IN AND AROUND COBALT
A top ranking for Dealix, recognition of Cobalt's growth, and events you're invited to attend in Seattle, Las Vegas, and around the country.
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TECH TRENDS
More on the unstoppable Internet ad spend, plus a study that finds technology is strengthening human relationships, at least within families.
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DEALER FEEDBACK
We want your feedback--we really do! Let us know what you like, what you don't like, and what issues you'd like us to address in the future: dealernews@cobaltgroup.com.