by The Alpha Dawg | Jan 24, 2016 | F&I and Showroom, GM, Jim's Thoughts
We as Americans have always thought of ourselves as the good guys. That’s because our nation is founded on principles like truth, justice and the American way. So why is it that big companies and government officials seem to be blatantly violating this nation’s laws...
by The Alpha Dawg | Jan 20, 2016 | Auto Dealer Monthly, GM, Jim's Thoughts
I just spent two hours reading 30 pages describing General Motors’ new Factory Pre-Owned Collection, a program designed to open up the automaker’s remarketing channel to consumers through an online portal. GM dealers, you’re about to be royally screwed over on your...
by The Alpha Dawg | Oct 15, 2015 | F&I and Showroom, GM, Jim's Thoughts
We as Americans have always thought of ourselves as the good guys. That’s because our nation is founded on principles like truth, justice and the American way. So why is it that big companies and government officials seem to be blatantly violating this nation’s laws...
by The Alpha Dawg | Jul 7, 2015 | GM, Jim's Thoughts, WardsAuto
Forever the old-movie buff, sometimes I can’t help but relate fictional film characters to the reality of current events. Errol Flynn was a star before I was born, but I’m fascinated by his old movies. One in particular flashes to mind when it comes to FCA CEO Sergio...
by The Alpha Dawg | May 28, 2014 | GM, Jim's Thoughts, WardsAuto
General Motors is on the ropes, knees buckling, as it takes repeated body blow. The recalls keep coming. And the federal government’s $35 million fine is only the beginning of a series of escalating payouts before all of this passes. Someone told me GM will be fine....
by The Alpha Dawg | May 4, 2014 | Auto Dealer Monthly, Featured, GM, Jim's Thoughts, News
Close your eyes and pick a number between 13 and 500. Got it? Okay, now go before Congress and tell them how many deaths were caused by a defective ignition switch in your vehicles. I don’t envy Mary Barra. In a few short months, she went from newly minted General...
