In the Wards Automotive article “Steering Clear of Cyberthreats,” cybersecurity expert Erik Nachbahr of Helion Technologies warns that many dealerships are underestimating the complexity and cost of dealership cybersecurity. While IT staff keep systems running, cybersecurity requires specialized skills—and expecting in-house IT teams to manage both roles can lead to serious risk. The article references alarming statistics from Botdoc’s 2025 Auto Dealership Cybersecurity Survey, including that nearly 20% of dealerships have suffered cyberattacks, and over 40% don’t even know if they’ve been breached. Nachbahr outlines common pitfalls—such as piecing together mismatched tools, neglecting employee offboarding, and overspending on SaaS licenses—and emphasizes the need for a unified, proactive security strategy. As cyber threats continue to grow, the article makes clear: dealership cybersecurity must be treated as a business-critical priority.