So with the COVID-19 virus having a lot of states on some sort of quarantine and many non-essential businesses closed by state order, do you think new car dealerships will change their sales model to a more online friendly experience?
I realize many dealerships have an Internet sales department, and many have embraced internet sales, but I still think the majority play the come into the showroom to talk price game.
Well here in NJ dealerships are only open for service and parts. How long can they go without selling cars, or the sales reps without a commission check?
I also believe inventory of new cars will be a problem with plants being shut down too.
I know nobody has a crystal ball and nobody knows how long this will last, but I think it will change a lot of business models, not just auto sales.
What do the experts think?