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With Cybersecurity, The Devil Is In The Details
Let’s face it—no one ever said “You know what sounds fun? A deep dive into FTC cybersecurity compliance requirements.” But here we are, because like it or not, the [...]
Your Dealership’s Cyber Defense is Stuck in 2000 — Here’s How to Fix It
If your dealership’s cybersecurity plan still revolves around scanning for patches and calling it a day, you've got a problem. A big one. Your dealership's cyber defense is stuck [...]
Still Not Taking Cybersecurity Seriously? The CDK Hackers Just Proved You Haven’t Learned a Thing
It’s been nearly a year since the devastating CDK Global cyberattack brought operations at thousands of dealerships to a halt—and yet, here we are again. Same criminal group. Same [...]
Are Your IT & Cybersecurity Teams Running The Show? (Hint: They Shouldn’t Be)
If you’re a dealership manager without an IT background, you're not alone—and you're not off the hook either. You don’t need to know how to configure a firewall or install [...]
How To Get More Favorable Cyber Insurance Terms & Premiums – What Smart Dealers Need To Know
In today’s uncertain economy, dealership executives are under pressure to reduce costs wherever possible. One of the smartest ways to get more favorable cyber insurance terms & premiums is [...]
How Tariffs and Economic Uncertainty Are Increasing Cybersecurity Risks for Car Dealerships
Economic Chaos = Cyber Risk: Why It’s Time to Rethink How You Defend Your Dealership At first glance, President Trump’s proposed tariffs and the mounting trade tensions might seem [...]
Today Your IT Guy Won the Lottery . . . Now What?
Let’s play out a scenario. It’s 8:15 AM on a Monday. You’re sipping your coffee, prepping for another day of selling cars, when your IT guy strolls in, tosses his [...]
What is a Comprehensive Information Security Program?
A comprehensive information security program encompasses policies, procedures, and technologies designed to protect data and systems. It ensures confidentiality, integrity, and availability through risk management, access controls, and incident [...]
Does Compliance Software Make You Compliant?
As a dealership, you’re no stranger to the growing demands of regulatory compliance, especially with the FTC Safeguards Rule in full effect. But here’s a misconception that’s becoming all [...]