You spoke and we listened. We heard you when you said we should add more categories to our awards. This year we have 6 different categories to award some of our incredible dealerships, so thank you for your feedback! At Lightspeed, we believe that data-driven performance and innovation are the cornerstones of exceptional service in […]
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Salt Lake City, UT — [November 3, 2025] — Lightspeed extends heartfelt congratulations to the exceptional dealers recognized at this year’s Nautique Dealer Meeting, held October 12–14 in Orlando, Florida. The event brought together leaders from across the Nautique Boats network to celebrate remarkable performance, customer dedication, and forward-thinking innovation. Among this year’s award-winning dealers, […]
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Reason #5: A Partner for the Long Haul – Support That Doesn’t End at the Sale Choosing a Dealer Management System is a big decision—but what happens after you sign the contract is just as important as what led you to it. With Lightspeed, you’re not just buying software. You’re gaining a partner—one that’s invested […]
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Reason #4 Streamlined Sales Processes. Sell Smarter, Close Faster In today’s dealership environment, buyers expect speed, clarity, and convenience—and your sales team needs tools that help them deliver all three. That’s where Lightspeed shines. With intuitive workflows, customer-friendly tools, and mobile flexibility, Lightspeed helps your team move faster, work smarter, and close deals from anywhere—on […]
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Reason #2: Service Department Efficiencies – Supercharge Your Service Department with Lightspeed Let’s face it—your service department doesn’t have time to waste. Between juggling appointments, tracking down parts, and handling warranty claims, your techs and advisors already have enough on their plates. That’s where Lightspeed steps in to help. With smart integrations, real-time scheduling, and […]
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The golf cart industry is no longer confined to the fairways. Across the country, golf carts are becoming the go-to solution for short-distance transportation in a wide range of industries—from resorts and event venues to municipalities and retirement communities. For golf cart dealer principals, this shift represents a pivotal moment: are you ready to meet the […]
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I grew up around the car repair business—my dad owned and operated his own body shop. One of my favorite memories? When the Mac Tools or Snap-On truck would pull up outside. We’d climb in, check out the latest shiny tools, and the rep always had something new and exciting to show us. Even though […]
Read More… from It’s Time to Embrace New Technology in the Dealership
Phone orders and remote payments remain a vital part of dealership operations – from taking deposits to finalizing service work. But collecting payment over the phone using traditional methods can introduce compliance risk, inefficiencies, and customer friction. In today’s evolving payments landscape, dealers need solutions that are not only secure and PCI-compliant, but also fast, intuitive, […]
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Digital research can’t replace emotional connection. Buyers still crave the trust, reassurance, and expertise that only a real person can offer. Because of this, salespeople can add value beyond the internet, answering nuanced questions, offering tailored advice, and building rapport and trust in ways the internet can’t. Additionally, in-person sales have higher close rates. Buyers […]
Whether you’re managing the latest models off the factory line or a lineup of previously owned rigs with a story to tell, inventory management is at the heart of your RV dealership. But new and used units each come with their own unique challenges—and your Dealer Management System (DMS) needs to be equipped to handle […]
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