The Children’s Tumor Foundation (CTF) was founded in 1978, investing nearly $200 million in research on Neurofibromatosis (NF), which is a genetic disease that impacts one in 2,000 births. NF can cause tumors to grow on nerves, which can lead to deafness, blindness, disfigurement, bone abnormalities, learning disabilities, pain, and cancer. CTF has been accelerating…
Ten years ago, David Luther received a phone call from a broker, Ben Hicks, asking if he would be interested in purchasing dealerships in Little Rock, Arkansas. Hicks, having never met David Luther, researched automotive companies that would be a good fit for his client and found Luther Automotive. David Luther visited Little Rock to…
Dietz has worked in a variety of positions at Luther over his ten years here, most recently as the General Sales Manager at Brookdale Mazda Mitsubishi, as well as their Used Car and New Car Manager. Adam Kretsch, General Manager, invested in Dietz’s development and supported his growth by attending the Luther Leadership Academy in…
In an era where vehicle maintenance often means costly repairs and lengthy downtime, a revolutionary technique is gaining traction among car owners seeking quick and efficient solutions to cosmetic damage. Paintless dent repair (PDR), a method that eliminates dents without the need for repainting, is transforming how minor vehicle repairs are approached, offering a blend…
When it comes to purchasing pre-owned vehicles for Luther Automotive, there are generally three preferred methods. Trade-Ins Roughly half of our vehicle inventory comes from trade-ins. Why is this important? It creates a cycle. When a guest trades their car in, it’s three transactions. The trade to your store, their new (or used) vehicle purchase,…
A teacher once started her class by filling a drinking glass halfway up. She then asked the unexpected question to her students. “How heavy is this glass of water?” Students shouted out answers ranging from eight ounces to sixteen ounces. She paused for a moment and replied, “the absolute weight of this glass doesn’t matter….
Lee’s Summit Mazda completed an extensive six month renovations in May. The showroom, waiting areas, service and service drive, accounting offices, conference rooms, retail parts space and the building exterior were all remodeled. Both service and sales teams worked out of trailers while renovations were completed. The Lee’s Summit Mazda renovation was a part…
Volunteers Needed! The 2024 Twin Cities Gus Macker 3-on-3 basketball tournament is coming on August 17-18th. This is a fantastic opportunity for Luther employees to contribute to a vibrant city-wide community event. Whether you’re a sports enthusiast or simply eager to make a difference, we need your help! Sign up to Volunteer by visiting this…
White Bear Subaru donated the second largest check to Subarua for the annual Share the Love event in 2023. The money raised was given to Adult & Teen Challenge, who help people recover from addictions throughout their lives. Individual Subaru dealerships can pick to donate to one of four national charities partnered with Subaru or…
On June 3, 2024, Luther Automotive launched an updated version of ADP that includes a Learning Management System (LMS). The new LMS replaced Compli and includes company-specific online training and policies that are geared toward your role. The updated version of the ADP also allows self-service, where employees can update their information on their own…
