Reason #1: Lightspeed Automations – Save Time, Reduce Errors, and Let the System Do the Work Running a dealership is demanding—your systems should be working for you, not the other way around. If your team is still manually updating inventory with pen and paper, chasing down customer signatures, or struggling to follow up with leads—you’re […]
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Lightspeed on Capitol Hill: Helping RV Dealers Drive Savings Through New Legislation Earlier this summer, I had the privilege of representing Lightspeed and the broader RV industry in Washington, D.C. as part of the RV Industry Association’s 2025 Move America Week. This annual gathering of industry leaders, lawmakers, and advocacy teams is always impactful—but this […]
(and What to Do Next) If you joined us for Lightspeed Integrations 101, you already know: when it comes to streamlining dealership operations, integrations aren’t just “nice to have”, they’re your unfair advantage. This session pulled back the curtain on how Lightspeed integrations eliminate busywork, reduce errors, and create more time for what matters most… […]
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Article by Derrick Marshall, Lightspeed Sales Executive — Featured on MRAA.com Read the full article on MRAA → A new boat sale is just the beginning. The real long-term value for marine dealerships lies in how often customers use their boats — and how well dealerships stay connected throughout the ownership journey. In a featured article […]
There’s something our Chief Marketing & Product Officer said in a recent meeting that I can’t stop thinking about: “I’ve asked the team to start coming to us with the problem, not the solve.” And honestly? It stuck with me because it’s the opposite of how most of us operate. Myself included. In fast-paced environments […]
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Empowering Sales Teams: Effective Training Strategies for Multi-Unit RV, Marine, Powersports, and Golf Cart Dealerships Why Sales Staff Training Matters for Enterprise Dealers In the fast-paced world of RV, marine, powersport, and golf cart dealerships, adopting new technology is crucial for staying competitive. But the real game-changer is how well your sales staff is trained. […]
Why Dealership Growth Starts with a Pit Stop In the fast-paced world of dealership operations, the instinct is often to move quicker, push harder, and never hit the brakes. But here’s a powerful truth our Chief Sales Officer, Brian Bodine, lives by: Sometimes you have to slow down to speed up. That might sound counterintuitive […]
DMS = System. Software. Solution. Simplified. We decode the name and unpack the power behind it. Let’s be honest: the term DMS gets thrown around a lot in the dealership world, and depending on who you’re talking to, it might stand for: So, which one is right? All of them. They’re just different ways of […]
Real Questions. Real Concerns. Real Answers for Your Dealership. Choosing a Dealer Management System (DMS) isn’t just a tech decision. It’s a full-on business decision. Your entire operation runs through this thing, and if it’s clunky, outdated, or missing key features, it’s going to show up in your bottom line fast. At Lightspeed, we’ve talked […]
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New collaboration simplifies unit identification and improves data accuracy for marine dealers using Lightspeed DMS Salt Lake City, UT (June 24, 2025) – Lightspeed, the leading dealer management solution for marine, powersports, RV, and OPE dealerships, is pleased to announce a new integration with Avalon & Tahoe MFG, Inc. that brings automated HIN (Hull Identification Number) decoding […]