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Inventory Efficiency Index

Young brother and sister help their mom unload the van in a parking lot when arriving at a park to go fishing with their uncle and cousin, during a summer visit in North Carolina.

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What 2026 Automotive Marketing Data Reveals About Minivan Demand

Picture of Rick Wainschel, VP Data Science & Analytics Rick Wainschel, VP Data Science & Analytics: July 28, 2026

Discover what the surprising surge in minivan demand means for dealer merchandising, inventory, and advertising. As families settle into...

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The Key Trends Shaping Automotive Retail in 2026

Picture of Rick Wainschel, VP Data Science & Analytics Rick Wainschel, VP Data Science & Analytics: January 22, 2026

New vehicle prices reached an all-time high in the second quarter of 2026, passing $52,000 for the first time. Yet demand held steady anyway. After...

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Dealers are Seeing Real Results With Catalyst IQ

Discover how dealerships using Catalyst IQ are increasing sales, improving efficiency, and outperforming their markets. Our automotive digital marketing case studies highlight the strategies, data, and outcomes driving measurable success for our clients.

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How Ford Dealer Rebalanced F-150 Mix and Increased STX Movement 150%

Catalyst IQ: Sep 3, 2026

A South Carolina Ford dealer had plenty of F-150 inventory, but local shoppers weren't buying every trim equally. While...
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How One Ford Dealer Increased F-150 STX Turn Rate by 11X

Catalyst IQ: Sep 1, 2026

A Ford dealership in North Carolina was overstocked on higher-trim F-150s that weren't selling. Real-time market data...

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