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Transport secretary quits, fuelling ZEV mandate uncertainty

Autocar

I am meeting with a number of automotive manufacturers later in the week in order to discuss the challenges that they face on a global scale.” A week later, in an address to the UK automotive industry, Reynolds said he was "concerned" about how the "inherited" ZEV mandate policy was "working at the moment".

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BLOG Relaxation of EV sales quotas is ‘critical moment’ for dealers

Motor Trader

The government’s potential relaxation of EV sales quotas is a critical moment for the UK’s electric vehicle market. With the right infrastructure and workforce training in place, we can empower the automotive industry to meet its ambitious targets while fostering trust and enthusiasm among car owners.

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Female Leadership in Global E-Mobility Start-Ups

Women Automotive Network

Dr. Berger-Sodian is a long-time automotive expert and CEO to electric startups, including now very successful Chinese carmakers, as well as an experienced business builder. Truthfully, in my more than 20 years in the automotive world I have never had a female leader. I’m not a fan of quotas.

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Do end-of-year sales really mean good deals?

Shawn Ryder

Understanding Year-End Sales Year-end sales in the automotive industry are typically driven by multiple factors, including inventory clearance, sales targets, and new model releases. Sales Quotas: Many dealerships operate under sales goals set by manufacturers.

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7 WAYS TO GIVE YOUR SALES TEAM MOTIVATION TO SUCCEED

Dealer World

Eliminate Commission Caps and “Ratcheting” Quotas Some details of compensation plans can have a negative impact on sales team motivation. And “ratcheting” quotas (increasing future quotas as a “reward” for exceeding current year expectations) is a particularly destructive practice.

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The Top 10 Skills of a Successful Automotive Sales Manager

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The Top 10 Skills of a Successful Automotive Sales Manager Leadership can make or break a dealership. Here are 10 skills that successful Automotive Sales managers have in common. What is an Automotive Sales Manager? CRM Competence An Automotive Sales Manager knows they are not doing it alone.

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Honda Canada President says dealers must embrace $15B EV commitment

Canadian Auto Dealer

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Ontario Premier Doug Ford have described the announcement as a significant game changer for the Canadian automotive industry. He also noted that Honda, similar to all other OEMs, have to comply with federal government regulations to sell a certain quota of EVs.

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