Empire State Warranty

11/03/2026

As we head into 2027, inventory sourcing, smart pricing, and maximizing profitability on every sale will be more important than ever!

At Empire State Warranty, we're focused on helping our dealer partners make the most of every opportunity through innovative F&I products and strong, relationship-driven support.

Great insights from Car Dealership Guy! 👏

10/30/2026

Reach dealer principals at the 2027 Diamond Dealer Event 🏆

Empire State Warranty’s annual Diamond Dealer Event is back at The Sagamore Resort on Lake George, June 24–27, 2027, and we are offering a set of sponsorship opportunities!

Over the event, our dealer partners come together for recognition, workshops, and experiences built around real business conversations. We’re expecting 10–13 dealerships and about 75 guests at the awards dinner.

Each sponsorship goes to one company only:
🚤 Private Morgan Cruise (Premium)
🥂 Awards Dinner & Cocktail Reception (Premium)
☕ Workshop Breakfast
🥗 Workshop Lunch
⛳ Private Golf Outing

Sponsors get time with dealership leaders, personal introductions from the ESW team, and a chance to introduce their company to the group.

Express interest here:

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Connect with dealer principals and key dealership decision-makers through exclusive sponsorships at our annual Diamond Dealer Event.

10/27/2026

📬 Check out our October Dealer Recap!

This month, we covered what's new Empire State Warranty, including:
🛡️ Our new Undercoating & Rust Protection Program
🤝 Our partnership with ENYCAR
💎 The latest Diamond Dealer standings
📊 Key takeaways from the Q3 used-vehicle market
🎥 A look back at our biggest Diamond Dealer Event yet

See what's happening at ESW and what dealers should have on their radar heading into the final months of 2026.

👉 Read the full October Dealer Update:
https://empirestatewarranty.com/october-26-dealer-update/

10/22/2026

🎥 Throwing It Back to Our Biggest Diamond Dealer Event Yet! 💎

We're taking a look back at an unforgettable few days at The Sagamore Resort on Lake George, celebrating the dealers and partners who continue to make the Empire State Warranty network what it is today.

From our Dealer 20 Group and F&I training to the awards, golf, networking, and private cruise aboard The Morgan, this year's Diamond Dealer Event was one for the books.

🏆 And we're already looking forward to doing it all again next year!
Think your dealership has what it takes to earn a spot? The 2026 Diamond Dealer race is in the final stretch!

10/19/2026

🛡️ Undercoating & Rust Protection from Empire State Warranty!

Oour newest protection program—designed to help customers protect their vehicles while creating another valuable opportunity for our dealer and repair facility partners.

Participating ESW dealers will receive discounted application costs based on their dealer status:
💎 Diamond & Reinsured Dealers — Application Included at No Cost
🥇 Gold Dealers — 50% Off Application Cost
🥈 Silver Dealers — 25% Off Application Cost
🥉 Bronze Dealers — 10% Off Application Cost

Even better, the program includes an annual reapplication process, giving customers a reason to return year after year and helping repair facilities build long-term customer retention.

More protection. More opportunities. More reasons for customers to come back!

10/15/2026

🤝 Empire State Warranty is proud to partner with the Eastern New York Coalition of Automotive Retailers, Inc. (ENYCAR).

As we continue expanding our dealer network, we're excited to partner with the ENYCAR and connect with even more automotive retailers throughout our home market.

This partnership represents another step forward in our mission to build strong dealer relationships, provide innovative F&I products, and deliver the responsive, relationship-first service our partners expect.

We're excited for what's ahead and look forward to building new relationships throughout the ENYCAR community!

10/13/2026

📊 What is the used-vehicle market telling us as we head into the final quarter of 2026?

According to the latest data from Cox Automotive:
🚗 Used-vehicle sales are forecast to see slight growth in 2026
📦 Wholesale supply is expected to increase slowly as pandemic-era production constraints continue to impact inventory
📉 Wholesale vehicle values fell 1.1% in September compared to August
📊 Values remain above long-term averages, despite recently tracking below 2025 levels
🔑 New and used vehicle supply remained relatively steady throughout Q3
For dealers, inventory acquisition, pricing, and turnover will remain key as we close out the year.

👉 Check out the full Q3 Report:

The Cox Automotive Economic and Industry Insights team examines third-quarter U.S. auto market performance and the economic and consumer trends shaping the industry. Watch the complete update or select an individual chapter to hear directly from Cox Automotive experts.

10/08/2026

🎉 Celebrating Our Q3 Employee Anniversaries!

Please join us in recognizing two members of the Empire State Warranty team celebrating milestones with us.

Thank you both for your hard work, dedication, and everything you bring to the ESW team and our dealer partners. We're grateful to have you as part of the Empire State Warranty family!

Here’s to many more! 🥂

09/24/2026

One in four new-vehicle buyers are using AI tools during their research, arriving with short lists, pricing intel, and high confidence. Autotrader data shows AI users report 84% satisfaction rates and higher trust in dealerships than non-AI users.

The shift isn't coming. It's here now!

Check out this article from Autotrader breaking down exactly how to prepare your dealership for the informed buyer—from accurate listings to team alignment.

AI car buyers are reshaping dealerships. Learn how to align pricing, listings, and processes to meet expectations and close deals faster.

09/14/2026

📬 Stay Ahead of the Game – Join the ESW Dealer Newsletter!

Industry trends shift fast. Promotions come and go. New products get added. Don't miss out!

The Empire State Warranty Dealer Newsletter keeps you in the loop with:

✓ Exclusive partner updates & product launches
✓ Limited-time promotions & incentives
✓ Market trends & industry insights
✓ Training resources

Sign up now: https://empirestatewarranty.com/newsletter
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