AutoXcel

12/30/2025

12/03/2025

F&I just hit a 5-year high. Here's why that matters for your dealership
Industry data shows F&I gross profit per vehicle reached $2,515 in Q2 2025, the highest we've seen since 2020. Meanwhile, front-end profits continue to shrink as vehicle affordability remains the top concern for dealers nationwide.
The message is clear: F&I isn't just important anymore. It's your primary profit center.
But here's what the numbers don't show—not every dealer is hitting these metrics. The dealers who are winning have adapted their product mix to match what customers need in 2025.
At AutoXcel, we've spent 20+ years watching market shifts and helping dealers stay ahead. Right now, that means offering products that address real customer pain points: protection against expensive repairs, coverage for negative equity situations, and loyalty programs that bring customers back.
Our partners have access to 30+ curated F&I products—not because more is better, but because flexibility wins. When you can customize your menu to your specific customer base, your pe*******on rates climb.
Vehicle prices aren't dropping. Front-end margins aren't recovering. Your F&I office is where you protect profitability—if you have the right products and the right partner.

What's your F&I strategy for the rest of 2025?

11/19/2025

Want customers coming back to YOUR dealership? AutoXcel's TLC2 gives them up to $5,000 credit toward their next vehicle purchase—but ONLY at your store. Plus 10% trade-in boost when they maintain with you. Keep them in your service bay. Keep them buying from you. That's loyalty that pays. autoxcel.net/loyalty-programs

11/17/2025

Tire damage killing your profits? Dynamic Wheel Max has you covered.
✓ No deductibles. No co-pays. ✓ Covers tire AND wheel damage ✓ Cosmetic curb damage included ✓ Easy up-sell = more PVR
Your customers drive away protected. You keep more profit. Simple.
autoxcel.net/wheel-and-tire

09/23/2025

Dealers experience significant benefits when they pair AutoXcel’s Tire and Wheel programs with on-site wheel repair from WheelRenew. Read our blog post to learn more:

A Powerful Advantage for Auto Dealers and AgentsDealers can experience the significant benefits of AutoXcel's Tire and Wheel programs with on-site wheel repair from WheelRenew!  This paired offering allows Dealers to: • Control Used Car, Service, and Claim costs at competitive vendor pricing •...

09/16/2025

Are you looking for a VSC program that delivers comprehensive coverage AND competitive rates? AutoXcel's Total Protection suite is designed specifically for dealers and F&I agents who want to maximize revenue while providing their customers with outstanding value.

AutoXcel’s experience in the total protection VSC exotic vehicle market ensures you're offering coverage that truly matches the prestige of these exceptional automobiles.

09/10/2025

Agents and Dealers - when was the last time you compared your current F&I products for price and quality? A brief call with AutoXcel can help you evaluate your offerings to make sure that you're delivering the most competitive programs to your customers. Contact us today!

Leverage AutoXcel’s 20+ years of F&I expertise to examine your offerings and to identify tangible opportunities for improvement

09/09/2025

WheelReady® offers a complete line of pre-matched toners for virtually every OEM wheel on the market. Explore our line of over 30 OEM-matched paints and start saving time and money on wheel repair. https://bit.ly/3WVDP0w

09/08/2025

AutoXcel's Guaranteed Asset Protection (GAP) plus Total Loss Credit (TLC) benefits consumers and dealers by providing significant financial safety nets in the event of a total vehicle loss while building long-term customer loyalty to the dealer. Reach out to learn more!

AutoXcel is pleased to announce the launch of Guaranteed Asset Protection (GAP) plus Total Loss Credit (TLC). GAP + TLC benefits consumers and dealers alike by providing significant financial safety nets in the event of a total vehicle loss while building long-term customer loyalty to the dealer. GA...

08/29/2025

Helping customers understand potential vehicle repair costs is crucial for presenting protection products effectively. When customers grasp the financial reality of major repairs and how service contracts provide real value, F&I close rates can improve significantly.

As F&I professionals, you know that helping customers understand potential vehicle repair costs is crucial for presenting protection products effectively. When customers grasp the financial reality of major repairs and how service contracts provide real value, your close rates can improve significan...