Ignition Dealer Services

04/08/2026

Vegas Bound! 🎲

The Ignition team is heading to Agent Summit 2026 (April 13–15)!
We don't just sell products; we provide the retail experience your dealership needs to maximize sales, service, and admin. Come meet Stephany Whitted and Steven Cegelka at the Cosmopolitan to see how we can help you find your blind spots.

See you in the desert! 🌵

03/20/2026

The "Perfect" Warranty Doesn't Exist, But the Right Fit Does
When a customer walks into your dealership, they aren’t just looking for a car; they’re looking for a plan that protects their wallet. But as we all know, the world of extended warranties can feel like a maze of fine print and "what-ifs."

In a recent USA Today feature on choosing the right car warranty, our own COO, Steven Cegelka, put it simply: "Not every driver needs the highest level of coverage. The right choice depends on the value of the vehicle, expected mileage and the owner’s tolerance for repair risk."

At Ignition, we believe that helping dealers make money starts with helping them protect their customers. Our philosophy is rooted in transparency. We don’t believe in pushing protection for the sake of a premium; we believe in matching the right coverage to the right driver so they don’t pay for protection they won't use.

Whether it’s a high-mileage commuter or a brand-new SUV, the goal is the same: providing peace of mind without the "sticker shock" of hidden exclusions.

How is your team helping customers navigate the fine print? Let’s talk about how real retail experience, not just a clipboard approach, can change the game for your F&I department.

03/19/2026

The Bottom Line: Are You Prepared for the $4.00 Pivot?⛽️

When gas prices climb, the conversation in the showroom changes instantly; it’s no longer just about the monthly payment; it’s about the cost of the commute.

As our COO Steven Cegelka recently noted in Yahoo Finance, once gas hits that $4.00 mark, shoppers start looking at EVs and hybrids en masse. The question for your dealership is simple: Is your team ready to pivot?

Let’s look at the numbers in black and white and get your team ready for what’s next.

03/16/2026

Stephany recently shared her best tips for helping e-commerce brands grow.

She talked about how we handle the heavy lifting to keep our partners happy.

You can watch her full interview at the link below to see her in action.

See the video here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5gn0rDpM-Uc

02/18/2026

We’re just a few days away from NMEDA, and our focus is clear: helping dealers provide the specialized care that the mobility market requires. It’s not just about a transaction; it’s about understanding the specific needs of the people behind the wheel.

You can find the Ignition team inside the Vantage Mobility booth. Come grab a pair of our signature socks and let’s discuss how we can help you better support your mobility customers.

02/12/2026

At Ignition, we believe that every driver deserves a seamless experience, but we know the mobility community has been underserved for far too long. There is a gap between the specialized needs of mobility clients and the standard dealership process, and we’re here to help close it.

We’re heading to NMEDA to focus on solutions that make sense for this unique market. We’re proud to be partnering with our friends at Vantage Mobility for this event.

The Best Part: If you’re attending, stop by the Vantage Mobility booth to say hello. We’ll be there with our favorite Ignition socks and pens, ready to talk about how we can better serve this community together.

12/24/2025

Merry Christmas from the team at Ignition Dealer Services! 🎄✨
We’re incredibly grateful for our Dealer Partners and friends who make what we do possible. Thank you for allowing us to support your teams, strengthen your F&I departments, and help drive results all year long.

Wishing you and your loved ones a Christmas filled with joy, rest, and time well spent together. Here’s to continued success in the year ahead.

Your dealership, ignited.

12/02/2025

EV Growth Is Surging — And So Are the Conversations Around Insurance
Electric vehicles continue moving into the mainstream, now accounting for over 10% of new vehicle sales. As adoption rises, so does the need for clarity around one of the biggest ownership questions: insurance costs.

In a recent article, our COO Steven Cegelka shared key insights on why EVs often come with higher premiums — and what dealers and consumers should understand as the market evolves.

Steven explains that many EVs feature unified (unibody) construction, making repairs more complex and costly.

He also highlights that EV battery packs — ranging from $5,000 to over $20,000 — significantly influence insurance pricing.

At Ignition Dealer Services, we believe these industry shifts are exactly why dealers need expert support and flexible protection products built for today’s technology-driven vehicles. Our retail-experienced team helps dealers stay ahead, strengthen their F&I performance, and deliver confidence to customers navigating the EV landscape.

11/26/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from Ignition Dealer Services!

This Thanksgiving, we’re especially grateful for the incredible Dealer Partners we have the privilege of supporting every day. Your commitment to excellence, growth, and customer care drives everything we do.

From our team to yours, we hope you enjoy a well-deserved day of rest, celebration, and connection with the people who matter most.

Thank you for trusting us to help fuel your dealership’s success—this year and every year.

Wishing you a holiday filled with gratitude, joy, and plenty of good food.

Happy Thanksgiving!

04/03/2025

𝗗𝗲𝗺𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗖𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁...𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗧𝗲𝗿𝗺 𝗮𝘁 𝗮 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲!

Your cession statement isn’t just another financial report, it’s a 𝗿𝗼𝗮𝗱𝗺𝗮𝗽 𝘁𝗼 𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗸 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁. But to leverage it effectively, you need to understand the language behind the numbers.

📌 Watch video two now and follow the full series on our website to master the key aspects of reinsurance management.

🔗 Full series here: https://www.ignitiondealerservices.com/blog/learning-reinsurance



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03/25/2025

Want a powerhouse sales team? Ask these 5 game-changing interview questions! 📝

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03/18/2025

📈 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗘𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁: 𝗥𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗹𝗮𝗶𝗺 𝗦𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 & 𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝘀𝘁𝘀

Inflation has driven claim severity 𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿, with repair costs skyrocketing and loss ratios under pressure. 𝘏𝘰𝘸 𝘤𝘢𝘯 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘢𝘥𝘢𝘱𝘵? We break it down.

📌 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝘃𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗼 & 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲: https://www.ignitiondealerservices.com/blog/learning-reinsurance