Franchised dealerships equipped to evolve with changing auto retail model

CDK Global CEO Brian MacDonald, left, and Cars.com CEO Alex Vetter, interviewed by Automotive News Publisher KC Crain (MICHAEL MARCOTTE)

October 27, 2022 10:40 PM

CHICAGO -- Franchised dealers have the entrepreneurial skill and spirit to adapt their businesses to meet a changing industry, executives at two retail technology companies said Thursday.

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