CarExpert

AUGUST 26, 2024

New cars buyers are being bombarded by screens, driver assists, and complicated input methods – and they’re not happy about it. The new Tech Experience Index (TXI) survey from respected US analytics firm JD Power has revealed the new technology features buyers are gelling with, and which they consider annoying or unnecessary.

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Auto Blog

JULY 24, 2024

Filed under: Car Buying , Transportation Alternatives , Truck , SUV , RVs/Campers Continue reading Most popular states for new RV buyers Most popular states for new RV buyers originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 24 Jul 2024 12:25:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink | Email this | Comments

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Autocar

JULY 18, 2024

According to the trade body, sales of new cars to private buyers fell 12.9% With manufacturers under pressure to comply with the ZEV mandate requirement that 22% of their sales this year are electric, the SMMT highlighted that, despite generous incentives, EV sales to private buyers actually fell by 2% in May.

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Auto Blog

AUGUST 24, 2024

Filed under: Ownership , Technology Continue reading New tech features can cause significant headaches for buyers, study says New tech features can cause significant headaches for buyers, study says originally appeared on Autoblog on Sat, 24 Aug 2024 10:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Canadian Auto Dealer

MAY 21, 2024

New vehicle buyer consideration for electric vehicles in the United States has declined from the previous year, according to J.D. new vehicle buyer EV consideration down slightly appeared first on Canadian Auto Dealer. Power’s 2024 U.S. Electric Vehicle Consideration (EVC) Study. The post U.S.

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Carscoops

JULY 11, 2024

Mercedes’ wealthy buyers’ love for combustion engines is forcing the automaker to spend more on ICE development. Buyers in China , in particular, think the prestige attached to their car is very much related not just to the badge on the nose, but what kind of power source is under the hood. Large flagship EV platform.

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CarExpert

JULY 29, 2024

The limited-time promotion guarantees Scenic E-Tech buyers who produce proof of divorce a full refund on the purchase price, provided they do so by the end of the year. Renault claims that the Scenic E-Tech ticks all those boxes, but we’ll leave it to loved up buyers to decide. The offer is currently only available in the UK.

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CarExpert

AUGUST 29, 2024

In an effort to better inform car buyers about how much their purchase will cost in the long run, the New South Wales Government has launched a ‘total cost of ownership’ calculator – and anyone in Australia can use it. 100s of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now.

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Drive.com

APRIL 7, 2024

Tesla CEO Elon Musk’s “polarising persona” is turning away new-car buyers considering a Tesla – and causing a decline in the car maker’s reputation around the world, including Australia – according to new research. The post Elon Musk is turning off potential Tesla buyers – report appeared first on Drive.

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Auto Blog

APRIL 1, 2024

Filed under: Green , Tesla Continue reading Would-be Tesla buyers snub company as Elon Musk's reputation dips Would-be Tesla buyers snub company as Elon Musk's reputation dips originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 1 Apr 2024 08:39:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink | Email this | Comments

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Motor Trader

AUGUST 21, 2024

Ian Plummer, Auto Trader’s commercial director, said: “We’re in a fortunate and privileged position to be able to increase our already considerable investment in driving even more highly engaged buyers to our partners’ new and nearly new car stock. “As

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Motor Trader

JUNE 17, 2024

Over three-quarters of car buyers (76%) will consider dealer finance even though only half are comfortable with the process, according to MOTORS The research polled the views of over 2,000 in-market car buyers. 15% are uncomfortable, with the highest levels of discomfort experienced by used car buyers, women and 18-24 year-olds.

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Shawn Ryder

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

Leveraging Social Media Trends to Connect with Car Buyers: Strategies for Dealerships Introduction In the modern digital landscape, social media has emerged as a powerful tool for car dealerships to connect with potential buyers. This establishes trust and encourages potential buyers to reach out.

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Carscoops

APRIL 28, 2024

More than half of would-be EV buyers in America already know about Chinese car brands. And American buyers’ awareness of China’s EVs revealed in a new study is only going to amplify that stress. A significant 58 percent of buyers in the U.S. Young drivers aged between 18-25 are even more familiar with them.

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Carscoops

APRIL 7, 2024

Survey shows that automakers are struggling to meet the needs of buyers who are interested in EVs. Despite the wealth of electric pickup trucks on the market, EV buyers aren’t particularly interested in trucks, and pickup owners don’t want an EV. On the other hand, what EV buyers don’t want is a pickup truck.

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CarExpert

APRIL 1, 2024

Across the same period, Tesla’s “trust and like score” has also fallen from more than 80 per cent to less than 60 per cent, while Caliber’s survey showed 83 per cent of US new car buyers connected Mr Musk with the electric vehicle (EV) brand. “It’s

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Carscoops

JUNE 5, 2024

Cybertruck buyers must sign a Motor Vehicle Order Agreement preventing them from flipping the EV. Those who placed an order for a new Cybertruck were required to sign a Motor Vehicle Order Agreement, which prevents buyers from reselling their vehicle for one year. The only issue is that he’s not allowed to.

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CarExpert

JUNE 3, 2024

VicRoads now offers used car buyers an extensive vehicle report, designed to help motorists avoid unforeseen issues that may occur post-purchase. Additionally, it also presents buyers with recent sales prices for similar vehicles in the last three months. Victoria isn’t the first to introduce such a report.

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Auto Blog

AUGUST 12, 2024

Filed under: Car Buying , Parts and Accessories , Gadgets , Infotainment , Smartphone , 5g Connectivity Continue reading Wireless charging pads are a must-have for new-car buyers Wireless charging pads are a must-have for new-car buyers originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 12 Aug 2024 09:47:00 EDT.

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Shawn Ryder

SEPTEMBER 14, 2024

Creating a seamless customer journey is essential for car dealerships looking to engage online car buyers effectively. In this blog post, we will outline best practices for facilitating an engaging online journey for your customers, ensuring you capture their interest and convert them into loyal buyers.

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Carscoops

MAY 8, 2024

” The Celestiq marks Cadillac’s return to the ultra-luxury segment and it appears buyers can expect an ownership experience worthy of something that costs $340,000. To help elevate the brand and customer experience, the listing mentioned possible “surprise and delight opportunities.”

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Carscoops

MARCH 29, 2024

New Owner Concerns: The prevalence of these problems has led to anxiety among new Tesla buyers, prompting the creation and sale of pre-delivery inspection checklists. Profiting from Problems: One Tesla owner capitalizes on these concerns by selling printable checklists to help buyers identify potential defects before taking delivery.

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Carscoops

MAY 22, 2024

Nearly 50 percent of the European new car market is made up of fleet sales Price cuts have reduced Tesla residuals, leading to leasing companies losing out on resale Tesla is offering discounts and promises of better service to European fleet buyers Tesla’s recent and continued price cuts are great for most consumers.

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Carscoops

JUNE 14, 2024

A new survey by McKinsey suggests that 29% of EV buyers globally consider an ICE vehicle for their next purchase 21% of the participants worldwide don’t ever want to make the switch to EVs. It appears that EV ownership isn’t equally exciting for all buyers, as a great portion of them are considering going back to ICE.

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Auto Blog

JULY 27, 2024

Filed under: Earnings/Financials , Plants/Manufacturing , Car Buying Continue reading Automakers hit 'significant storm,' as buyers reject lofty prices at time of huge capital outlays Automakers hit 'significant storm,' as buyers reject lofty prices at time of huge capital outlays originally appeared on Autoblog on Sat, 27 Jul 2024 12:00:00 EDT.

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Drive.com

JANUARY 28, 2024

In a briefing with Australian media including Drive , Lamborghini global CEO Stephan Winkelmann attributed the sales boom to – among other factors – a growing pool of younger buyers that can afford a new Lamborghini. ” The post Wealthy young buyers driving record Lamborghini sales appeared first on Drive.

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Shawn Ryder

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

In today’s digital age, storytelling through video marketing has become an essential tool for car dealerships looking to engage with prospective buyers. This blog post will provide you with insights on how to harness video marketing to create compelling narratives that resonate with potential car buyers.

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Carscoops

AUGUST 1, 2024

ISeeCars spotted the trend while analyzing 169 million used cars sold between January 2014 and June 2024, suggesting that the shift was caused by high prices making new and nearly new cars too expensive for many buyers. Sedans, wagon and hatchbacks are the vehicles most commonly bought by buyers looking for older metal.

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Carscoops

JUNE 19, 2024

Both EV and ICE buyers say not having smartphone mirroring is a deal-breaker. A new study has revealed just how important Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are to new car buyers worldwide. It’s confident that its new system will prove popular among buyers. This sentiment is shared in the U.S.,

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Motor Trader

JULY 3, 2024

Advertised used car prices and dealer stock levels dipped in June as a result of buyers focusing on older essential purchase cars, according to MOTORS’ Market View. The focus for buyers in June was on essential purchase cars with older, cheaper, combustion engine models attracting plenty of online attention.

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Drive.com

JANUARY 8, 2024

An electric car has topped the new vehicle sales charts in Australia for the first time among buyers who bought privately – rather than through a business or fleet. The favourite new car among private buyers in Australia last year was electric – the Tesla Model Y family SUV – for the first time, new data shows. Meanwhile just 22.5

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CarExpert

JANUARY 9, 2024

UPDATE, 10:45am 10/01/2024 – We’ve updated the opening of the story to make clearer the fact the dealer wasn’t involved in the alleged scam, and added detail about similar scams hitting buyers of other brands. “Our team will always do whatever it can to get stolen money back.

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Auto Blog

JUNE 6, 2024

Filed under: Car Buying , Electric , Hybrid Continue reading AAA survey confirms the trend: More buyers worry about EVs, favor hybrids AAA survey confirms the trend: More buyers worry about EVs, favor hybrids originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 6 Jun 2024 14:47:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Shawn Ryder

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

The automotive industry is experiencing a significant shift as Millennial and Gen Z car buyers come of age. Experience-Oriented: Younger buyers focus on the overall experience rather than just the product itself. Strategies to Engage Millennial and Gen Z Car Buyers 1.

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Auto Alert

JULY 23, 2024

AutoAlert Quick Tip: Finding Payment Buyers Through Automotive Data Mining Are you managing a list of payment buyers and looking for an efficient way to identify customers who could benefit from lower payments? LEARN MORE ABOUT ALERTMINER PRO The post Finding Payment Buyers Through Automotive Data Mining appeared first on AutoAlert.

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Shawn Ryder

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

In today’s digital landscape, video marketing has emerged as a powerful tool for car dealerships looking to engage potential buyers and showcase their inventory. Highlight the features, interior details, and special selling points to entice potential buyers.

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Shawn Ryder

SEPTEMBER 14, 2024

In today’s digital age, social media has become a crucial tool for car dealerships looking to connect with potential buyers. Here’s why social media matters for your dealership: Wide Reach: Social media allows dealerships to reach potential buyers where they spend most of their time online.

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