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MARCH 13, 2025

What Every First-Time Car Buyer Wishes Their Dealer Knew A first time car buyer has unique needs. Many first-time buyers enter the dealership with enthusiasm but often leave feeling uncertain or pressured. Discover what they wish dealers understood to create a smoother, more transparent, and stress-free experience.

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Autocar

MARCH 12, 2025

liter turbo triple will be good news for Toyota sports car buyers in Europe, given that the current hot hatch has been sold in limited numbers, due to stringent emissions laws in both markets. What the GR has done, from a halo point of view, looking into our brand, has been amazing in terms of the Yaris, added Thompson.

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Carscoops

MARCH 14, 2025

In terms of manual transmission take rates, the Scala comes in a distant second with a respectable 45%. As the automaker noted, a mere 13% of Fabia buyers opted for a manual in 2018. In the unlikely event you guessed the Skoda Fabia , pat yourself on the back. It’s followed by the Kamiq crossover at 35%.

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Carscoops

JANUARY 25, 2025

Despite EV price drops, buyers in Europe and the UK are paying significantly more than China. For years, alongside valid concerns about driving range , charging speeds, and infrastructure, buyers who choose not to go electric have often cited the high price of EVs as a major factor.

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Auto Remarketing

MARCH 24, 2025

of sales leads were mishandled a term Foureyes used to include missed calls, leads that didnt get logged, lapsed follow-up and other issues and 14.1% That being the 40% of buyers who still purchase after day three in the sales cycle. That being the 40% of buyers who still purchase after day three in the sales cycle.

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Carscoops

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Buyers will also find a liftgate with a rear power window. In terms of fuel efficiency, the rear-wheel drive variant returns 20 mpg city, 26 mpg highway, and 22 mpg combined. Buyers will also find a wireless smartphone charger, a leather-wrapped shifter, and an AC power outlet in the cargo area.

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Car Examer

FEBRUARY 2, 2025

The UKs charging network is still patchy, with not enough rapid chargers in key locations, and thats putting off a lot of potential buyers. Some are scaling back EV production and focusing on hybrid models, which seem to be a more comfortable middle ground for UK buyers. Whats Stopping People from Going Electric?

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AutoSuccessOnline

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Studies reveal that 80% of consumers avoid answering calls from unknown numbers, and this reluctance is especially strong in the automotive industry, where potential buyers fear high-pressure tactics. Here are several reasons why this approach is proving effective: 1.

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Carscoops

JANUARY 7, 2025

Despite being BMW M’s flagship and its only standalone model, the XM has failed to gain traction among American buyers. Electrification on the Rise In terms of electrified offerings, BMW sold a total of 70,379 BEVs and PHEVs, accounting for 19% of its total sales volume for 2024.

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CarExpert

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Buyers across the country can also take advantage of two separate national campaigns surrounding the X-Trail , both of which apply in conjunction with the above offer. percent finance rate until the end of November, with a maximum loan term of 36 months. All X-Trail models are currently subject to a 3.9

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Motor Trader

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Jeep was in third place in terms of growth with registrations showing double digit growth, up 87.5% Rather than penalising EV buyers, we should be taking every step to encourage more drivers to make the switch, helping meet government, industry and societal climate change goals. to 960 units in January. Japanese brand Lexus rose 54.1%

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Carscoops

JANUARY 25, 2025

Rival AMG downsized its C63 to four cylinders, putting some potential buyers off. And that might placate buyers if the RS’s total power figures don’t quite match the AMG’s. The C63 is a good looking car, and yes, some buyers like their cars stealthy. Audi Sport is gearing up for the launch of the 2026 RS5.

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Carscoops

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

The Wagoneer S Launch Edition costs $71,995 and offers 0% APR for qualified buyers. However, a recent dealer bulletin revealed that Jeep is offering the Wagoneer S at 0% APR for 72 months, which could be a deal that’s too good to pass, for some buyers. A pair of electric motors combine to produce 690 hp and 617 lb-ft of torque.

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Autocar

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

In real terms, it said this meant fewer private buyers were choosing EVs, resulting in a drop in sales of its chargers during 2024. CEO Melanie Lane said that although Pod Point achieved a lot in 2024 against a difficult market backdrop, it proved to be a transitional year in terms of our financial performance.

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Carscoops

APRIL 8, 2025

It’s been 13 years since Ferrari offered a new car with a manual ’box, a decision it made partly because the faster, more efficient paddle-shift alternatives were a better marketing fit with its forward-looking F1 program, and partly because the brutal truth is most buyers didn’t want to row their own gears.

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Carscoops

MARCH 23, 2025

This change is likely to result in a larger cargo area, an important consideration for buyers in this segment. However, both the spy shots and teaser images reveal a thicker, body-colored D-pillar that leads to a more upright rear. High-Tech Cabin, More Space The dashboard of the 2025 Jeep Wagoneer S.

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Carscoops

DECEMBER 11, 2024

The carmaker isn’t just consolidating its network of dealers but will also optimize its local investments, abandoning areas where it can’t achieve long-term profitability and doubling down on regions that perform well, including Shanghai and Beijing.

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Carscoops

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

3 GTX In addition, the automakers allegedly neglected to provide “clear and complete information” on battery capacity degradation over time under normal use, which is an important factor for long-term EV ownership. The AGCM also claims they did not adequately disclose the terms and limitations of their standard battery warranties.

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AutoSuccessOnline

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

But theyre a short-term fix for a bigger issue self-reliance. These buyers will focus exclusively on private-party acquisitions. VETTX was intended for team use, buyers and managers using the platform without ever needing to communicate outside the application.

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Turbo Marketing Solutions

DECEMBER 12, 2024

In a world where most car buyers begin their journey with an online search, having a strong presence on search engines is essential for dealerships looking to increase sales in 2025. Think of it as tuning into a conversation; when you know what your potential buyers are saying, you can engage with them more effectively.

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Carscoops

MARCH 15, 2025

Review: Kia Sorento X-Pro Offers Everything Most Buyers Want, And Then Some We put the Niro Hybrid through its paces in the city, on the highway, with cargo, and with several passengers. Want a city car that does just about everything most buyers want? Our trim will set a buyer back just a touch over $35,000.

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Motor Trader

MARCH 10, 2025

The most significant boosts in customer satisfaction are achieved by dealers who routinely offer test drives (up 45% to 81%) and make follow-up contact with car buyers (rising 41% to 87%), according to research of over 436,100 customer questionnaires by JudgeService.

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Motor Trader

MARCH 10, 2025

“February is always a strange month with private buyers preferring to wait for the new number plate on the 1 st of March, and fleet operators are often in a position of strength in their negotiations with manufacturers desperate to achieve their monthly sales targets. ” In terms of popularity of marques, Volkswagen dominates.

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AutoSuccessOnline

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Repeat buyers and loyal service customers cost less to retain and bring in more long-term profit than constantly trying to acquire new customers. By providing an affordable entry point and demonstrating commitment through service contracts, dealers can foster long-term relationships with customers.

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Carscoops

FEBRUARY 15, 2025

A new report says the 2025 Honda Civic offers the best long-term value of any new vehicle. If you’re the kind of buyer who likes to get maximum bang-per-buck and keeps a car for the long haul, make your next purchase Japanese. The study looked at new-cars prices and the longevity of those models to calculate a lifetime cost.

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Motor Trader

APRIL 4, 2025

and there was also a recovery in private buyer uptake following last years lacklustre performance, with a 14.5% New car sales in March rose 12.4% to 357,103 units, the best March performance since 2019. Fleet registrations rose 11.5% rise in registrations. business sales were flat (-(-0.3%).

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Autocar

APRIL 4, 2025

Sales rose 43% year on year in March as buyers raced to beat the 'luxury tax' on 40k-plus cars Uptake of electric cars massively increased in the UK in March, a bumper month for new car sales but the industry has warned the growth is unsustainable without proper support for consumers to make the switch. EVs were previously exempt from this.

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Carscoops

JANUARY 4, 2025

Dodge might not be cranking out compact sedans or hardcore sports cars anymore, but that didn’t stop a couple of determined buyers from snatching up what they could. It reached peak sales in 2015, moving 87,908 units—a respectable number, but not enough to secure its long-term survival.

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Carscoops

MARCH 24, 2025

It’s only natural that buyers would want to wait for the new-look SUV. The best-performing brand in terms of EV sales, however, was VW, whose registrations boomed 180 percent to 19,600. The German brand’s ID.4 4 was the third-best-selling EV behind the Model 3 and Model Y, and VW,’s ID.7

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Carscoops

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Despite an 11% drop in sales last year to 15,383 units, the all-electric German SUV has won over its owners, outscoring many more popular EVs in terms of overall satisfaction. While 69% of first-time BEV buyers did receive some education, greater efforts can be made and this could boost ownership satisfaction. Power’s 2025 U.S.

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Automotive Addicts

MARCH 18, 2025

The breakthrough could be a game-changer for EV adoption, addressing one of the biggest concerns for potential buyers: long charging times. A recent JD Power report on Chinas new energy vehicles ranked the BYD Seal and BYD Song Plus battery electrics at the bottom in terms of initial quality.

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CarExpert

JANUARY 31, 2025

The Nissan More program also extends to roadside assistance, which can be renewed for up to a decade if the same terms are met. Last year MG introduced a standard 10-year/250,000km warranty, but only for private buyers and not customers that use their vehicles for commercial purposes, who receive a seven-year/160,000km warranty.

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Autocar

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

For car buyers, this huge dollop of uncertainty has left many unsure what they should buy, or when. While there are questions about the viability of such technologies, we would support a solution that encourages innovation in different energy sources that might prove viable long-term. Please explain your answer.

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Carscoops

APRIL 1, 2025

GMC isn’t far behind in terms of momentum, climbing 17.6 The Not So Hot In terms of cars that aren’t doing so hot, the Corvette isn’t the worst off. Across the board, GM’s core brands are all posting gains, some modest, others unexpectedly strong. percent from last year. percent increase.

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Carscoops

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

It’s still far behind segment leaders like the Tacoma and Chevrolet Colorado, but it outsells models like the Jeep Gladiator, GMC Canyon, and Ford Ranger, trucks with more modern tech but evidently less appeal to a certain group of buyers. Buyers can’t find one with turbochargers or a supercharger either.

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Autocar

MARCH 29, 2025

The styling might be the deciding factor for buyers. We believe the market for high-endclassic cars has seen a shift in buyers to anew generation of product, says CEO Markus Tellenbach. Cars from the 50s or 60s strugglea bit with younger buyers, which is wherecars from the 90s come into focus.

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Carscoops

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Buyers can choose between ten exterior and four interior colors, combined with seven available shades for the brake calipers. It also gets an optional aero kit, bringing it closer to the A110 R in terms of exterior design. Prospective buyers will be able to place their order for all three trims, starting from early March.

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