Shawn Ryder

SEPTEMBER 14, 2024

In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, social media has become a vital tool for car dealerships to connect with potential buyers. This guide will provide practical tips to help you harness social media trends and engage with today’s car buyers. Know Your Audience: Create buyer personas to understand who your customers are.

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Carscoops

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Owners and buyers can receive up to six months of free charging at Rivian’s charging network. Owners and buyers of Rivian vehicles are eligible to each receive a credit worth $750 thanks to the launch of a long-awaited referral program from the electric car manufacturer.

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Motor Trader

AUGUST 13, 2024

NextGear Capital, the wholesale funding firm, and online auction platform 1link Trade Buyer have joined forces to help trade buyers source and fund stock in just a few clicks. We want to help ease this burden and adding 1link Trade Buyers to our network of over 70 trade sources is a good example of how we’re doing this.

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CarExpert

APRIL 26, 2024

Key rival Ford launched its collaboration with off-road accessory company ARB in 2021 to sell aftermarket add-ons through its national dealer network. Examples could include ARB, TJM, or Ironman 4×4, among others. The modifications available for the Ranger and Everest are available for purchase and fitment at Ford dealers.

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Autocar

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Exciting newcomer aims to establish itself as the 'VW Golf of EVs' The Kia EV3, a £32,995 new electric crossover that’s Volkswagen Golf-sized in its footprint, is exactly the kind of car that buyers could default to in the electric car era as they have done to the Golf in the combustion one.

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Women Automotive Network

OCTOBER 30, 2023

An impressive line-up of upcoming Leadership Interviews has been announced from Women Automotive Network including Jaclyn McQuaid, President and Managing Director, General Motors Europe; Linda Jackson, CEO of Peugeot; and Chris Feuell, CEO of Chrysler Brand, Stellantis.

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Women Automotive Network

DECEMBER 13, 2023

In the Women Automotive Networks most recent Leadership Interview, Micha Goebig, the founder and CEO of Go Big Coaching and Communications, had the honour of speaking with Linda Jackson, the Global CEO of Peugeot. Join our next Leadership Interview here on LinkedIn

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CarExpert

AUGUST 25, 2024

That’s in contrast to GM Specialty Vehicles (GMSV), which offers a mix of factory-produced ( Chevrolet Corvette ) and locally remanufactured ( Chevrolet Silverado , GMC Yukon ) right-hand drive vehicles through a network of franchise dealers, many of which used to sell Holdens.

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Automotive Addicts

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

One of the primary concerns for prospective EV buyers has been the accessibility of charging stations, with surveys consistently highlighting this issue as a significant barrier to adoption. This strategic partnership not only addresses a critical need but also positions Ford as a frontrunner in the race towards sustainable transportation.

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Women Automotive Network

JANUARY 11, 2024

Why did you join the Women Automotive Network? I strongly believe women’s professional networks, such as WAN, are highly valued sources of support, connections, and opportunities. An interview with Giuliana Moroni, Market Intelligence Lead Product Strategy at Hyundai Motor Europe! Why is DE&I vital to you? Connectivity.

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Women Automotive Network

JUNE 13, 2024

The Women Automotive Network is a global community of 39,000 from 108 countries. Now, as an exhaust systems buyer at GM, she continues to grow and contribute to the automotive industry. Our mission is to inspire, empower, and connect women and their allies in the automotive industry to create a more inclusive and diverse world.

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Dealer World

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Buyers Seeking High Quality, Low Risk Franchises With earnings normalizing and continued strong cash flow generation, the top consolidators have amassed record amounts of liquidity since the pandemic.

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Motor Trader

JULY 19, 2024

Robert Bridge, cinch Chief Customer Officer, said: “We’re now in our fourth successful year of growth in our online business – it’s the perfect time to deliver an omnichannel experience and open our first physical stores to reach even more UK car buyers with our faff-free approach.”

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Carscoops

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Buyers will also find several new exterior colors known as Atlas White Matte, Ecotronic Gray Matte, and Celadon Gray Matte. Buyers will also find additional standard equipment, which varies by trim. This means customers will be able to use Tesla’s Supercharger network without using an adapter.

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Motor Trader

JUNE 28, 2024

Barry Judge, CEO of MOTORS, said: “Despite its challenges as a business, Cazoo has undoubtedly become a household name with car buyers. “We This acquisition offers an exciting opportunity for dealers to tap into Cazoo’s awareness and traffic as part of the MOTORS network. websites during their search journey.

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Drive.com

JULY 9, 2024

The WA State Government is injecting more than $35 million into EV rebates for private buyers and $23 million in funding into fast charging stations across major travel routes and tourist destinations. Of the $203.5 million total budgeted, $36.5 At the time of writing, there have been 6821 EV rebates completed totalling more than $23 million.

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Best Selling Cars Blog

JANUARY 14, 2024

Valuation and Research: Accurate pricing is a key factor in attracting potential buyers. A clean and well-maintained vehicle increases its appeal and instills confidence in potential buyers. Having a comprehensive set of paperwork readily available not only speeds up the selling process but also builds trust with buyers.

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Automotive Addicts

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Beyond simply building electric cars, the company has to create a supporting ecosystem, which includes charging networks, battery technology, and EV-specific customer services. The question remains—can Jaguar’s new GT win over affluent buyers and redefine the brand’s future? However, the timing is delicate.

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Carscoops

MAY 22, 2024

The study says that technological improvements, lower prices, and an improved charging network will increase demand for EVs. As many as 90% of new and used car buyers could consider an EV by 2033. However, Cox Automotive believes that with technology improvements, lower prices, and an improved charging network across the U.S.,

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Drive.com

JULY 5, 2024

New car buyers often only have less than 60 minutes to decide if a car is worth the purchase, but consumers are increasingly demanding longer test drives – and the automotive industry is taking notice. However, some car brands do offer longer testing across their dealer network. “The overnight loans are at dealer discretion.

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AutoSuccessOnline

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

The company also announced its network expansion to include 20,000 dealerships across the U.S. Credit unions on the CUDL platform remain the top auto lender by aggregate volume for nearly three years, furthering the company’s commitment to connecting auto dealers with a network of credit unions. billion in vehicle loans in 2023.

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Drive.com

APRIL 30, 2024

In a blow to other car companies waiting to use Tesla’s charging network – and buyers waiting for smaller, cheaper Teslas – the US car giant has reportedly laid off two key development teams. However it appears the engineers and planning staff behind the future expansion have been laid off.

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Carscoops

AUGUST 15, 2024

Australian buyers never got their hands to the new generation of the C3 and C3 Aircross, which recently introduced a new styling language and the updated double chevron emblem in Europe. Citroen has been present in the Australian market since 1923, striking the longest uninterrupted streak in the region.

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Carscoops

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Car buyers unsure whether or not to make the switch to an EV commonly say that worries about the size of the charging infrastructure are a major factor holding them back. But from next year Ford will equip its new EVs with NACS connectors, meaning only drivers of older Mach-E s and Lightnings will need the adapter.

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Drive.com

APRIL 28, 2024

Increased dealer footprint and new aftersales manager to spearhead BYD’s efforts for buyers to come back to showrooms for servicing. The rural expansion of BYD’s network is also expected to support the launch of its first ute, called the Shark , due later this year, as well as a new mid-size SUV due soon.

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CarExpert

MARCH 18, 2024

G70 Shooting Brake Looking at sales of its combustion-powered vehicles in 2023, a total of 73 per cent of GV70 customers went for the Luxury Package, along with 78 per cent of G80 buyers and a whopping 95 per cent of GV80 buyers. The brand also notes buyers of most Genesis models typically gravitate towards the more expensive engines.

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Auto Remarketing

MAY 9, 2024

car buyers in three “key dimensions” — dealer relevance, trend resistance and actions — to measure customer perception of dealers. Overall, 43% of auto buyers strongly agreed dealers play an essential role in the new-car-buying journey, up four points, while 74% of dealers strongly agreed, marking a 31-percentage point gap.

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Best Selling Cars Blog

MAY 13, 2024

Shift in Buyer Preferences During the pandemic, many people began prioritizing reliability and comfort in their vehicles, as safety became a paramount concern. These shortages further fueled the demand for used cars, as buyers turned to the more readily available and diverse used car market. The future looks promising but demanding.

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Autocar

MAY 10, 2024

Traditional AMG buyers didn't take to the PHEV drivetrain AMG lines up twin-turbo V8 power for upcoming super-coupé amid slow sales for four-cylinder hybrid C63 The upcoming Mercedes-AMG CLE 63 will receive a twin-turbocharged 4.0-litre litre four-cylinder petrol engine and a rear-axle mounted electric motor.

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CarExpert

JULY 31, 2024

“We are listening to our customers,” said MG Motor Australia chief commercial officer Giles Belcher, noting a longer warranty can make new car buyers more confident in a brand. It’s also only valid if you service within Mitsubishi’s dealer network, otherwise it maxes out at five years or 100,000km.

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Drive.com

JANUARY 16, 2024

Tesla has recently been cutting the prices of its new vehicles in the US, encouraging buyers to spend extra and purchase a brand-new electric car rather than used examples.

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Drive.com

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

However, the Japanese auto giant said it will have full ownership of the vehicle throughout the entire three-year leasing period, and buyers are eligible to upgrade to a new vehicle or have the option to re-extend their lease of the car once they’ve finished their term.

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AutoSuccessOnline

JULY 9, 2024

Sourcewell manages the solicitation requirements and offers members easy access to an established network of contracts awarded to suppliers. By streamlining procurement with pre-negotiated, competitive contracts, Sourcewell enables government, education and nonprofit organizations to secure cost-effective and efficient purchasing solutions.

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Motor Trader

JULY 29, 2024

To exceed 50,000 units by the halfway stage of the year is phenomenal and buyers’ appetite for these vehicles has shown few signs of abating despite their profile being outside of the typical buyers’ ideal criteria.”

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Carscoops

JANUARY 31, 2024

Ford was the first automaker to announce plans to embrace the North American Charging Standard and reveal their EVs would gain access to Tesla’s Supercharger network. ” There’s no word on who exactly is eligible at this point [ see update ], but the effort will likely benefit both current owners as well as future buyers.

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Drive.com

MARCH 17, 2024

Cast your mind back just five years ago to a simpler time – the year 2019, when roughly 22 all-electric models were available to Australian buyers. BMW’s large iX won the Best Luxury Electric Vehicle Under $150,000 category because Drive judges felt it epitomised what luxury buyers are hoping for from the future of electrification.

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Drive.com

AUGUST 14, 2024

While most models were imported, Citroën did manufacture cars in Australia – including the ID 19, which was a de-specced version of the iconic DS tailored for local buyers. “Our dedication to putting our customers at the centre of everything we do remains resolute,” Mr Owen said.

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