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Car Insurance Rates: What’s Behind the Rapid Increase and the Impact on Car Dealers?

Car insurance premiums have surged by 21% in the past year, with post-pandemic factors such as inflation, higher repair costs, and an uptick in severe accidents fueling the increase. As a result, consumers are finding it harder to afford coverage, leading many to opt for lower-priced vehicles.

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A picture of a used car with a branded title.

August 12, 2025

What Is a Branded Title?

Branded titles are also titles, but they have special designations that signify previous incidents the vehicle has been in. Cars with branded titles have been damaged, totaled, or negatively altered in the past, such as through a fire, flood, or accident.

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August 12, 2025

What is a Rebuilt Title?

Before you start acquiring cars with a salvage title with the intent to convert them to a rebuilt title, it’s important to understand what a rebuilt car title is and the pros and cons of cars with this status.

July 23, 2025

In the Passenger's Seat with Lawrence Breaud, owner of Autos of Forney

In this podcast, Matt Mitteldorfer meets with Lawrence Breaud, owner of Autos of Forney to explore how he’s using the full range of ACV tools to elevate his independent dealership.

July 15, 2025

The Future of Electric Car Battery Technology

EV battery technology is advancing quickly, improving range, safety, and charging speed. Dealerships can benefit by understanding battery types to better answer customer questions.