Motor Trader

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

With over 150 technicians and 35 sites across London, Essex, Hertfordshire, Suffolk, Buckinghamshire and Bedfordshire, Glyn Hopkin is one of the UK’s largest and most successful dealership networks, supporting multiple manufacturer brands including MG, Nissan, Renault, Suzuki and Kia.

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Canadian Auto Dealer

MARCH 30, 2024

NADA is also the largest gathering of dealers in North America, and thus industry suppliers, so the networking is second to none. I believe this distrust has an impact on our customers. We as dealers use social media regularly to inform potential customers of items of importance to our stores that we want to share.

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Best Selling Cars Blog

APRIL 17, 2024

Originating from Connecticut and New Jersey, Locomobile and Mercer Motor Cars produced some of the quickest and most customized vehicles of the time. Concurrently, in Springfield, Massachusetts, about 1896, the Duryea Motor Wagon would be acknowledged as the first automobile marketed in the United States via serial manufacture.

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Motor Trader

AUGUST 2, 2024

Brayleys Cars now represents nine manufacturers with over 30 dealerships, with expectations to expand. Csaba Vincze, network development and customer quality director at Nissan GB, said: ‘‘We appreciate the rebranding exercise that the Group has announced. “A

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Best Selling Cars Blog

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Partnering up Automotive manufacturers love to partner up with channels and brands in the sports industry, especially sports media, because millions of people around the world, young and old, watch sports events. The world sees the company as more than a car manufacturer. BMW BMW are masters of marketing.

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Turbo Marketing Solutions

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

From Tesla's sophisticated learning algorithms fine-tuning driving environments to BMW's customized infotainment experiences based on user behavior, AI-driven personalization is no longer a distant future—it's today's reality. This not only enhances comfort but also optimizes overall safety and performance.

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Motor Trader

JULY 5, 2024

The addition of these sites brings GWM ORA to 40 customer service points across the UK made up of sales, aftersales and test drive centres. Toby Marshall, MD of GWM ORA, said: “Expanding our retail network is something we’re dedicated to delivering and we are well on track for our targets this year.

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Motor Trader

MAY 17, 2024

We are often told that the customer experience in dealerships has been transformed in recent years through more diverse recruitment practises and improved training, reinforced by ongoing customer satisfaction surveys and mystery shopping. You would therefore expect to find this reflected in feedback from buyers.

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Drive.com

JULY 31, 2024

And unlike Mitsubishi – which in October 2020 became the first brand to market a 10-year warranty, but with only a 200,000km distance limit – there is no mention of a requirement for customers to have their car serviced within the MG dealer network to access the full decade of coverage.

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Carscoops

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Customers will also find a new XRT variant, which features a small lift and all-terrain tires. Hyundai has introduced the facelifted Ioniq 5 , which will become the first vehicle manufactured at their new Metaplant in Georgia. This means customers will be able to use Tesla’s Supercharger network without using an adapter.

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Women Automotive Network

JUNE 13, 2024

The Women Automotive Network is a global community of 39,000 from 108 countries. His focus is on future trends and customer needs, particularly in the 10-year time frame. He focuses on understanding future trends and customer needs, especially over a 10-year horizon.

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CarExpert

JULY 28, 2024

InsureMyTesla covers all vehicle repairs, including glass, charging equipment, and batteries, using Tesla’s accredited repair network. “EV uptake in Australia is rapidly growing … ensuring these customers receive quality insurance protection is critical for supporting the national transition journey,” he said.

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CarExpert

APRIL 11, 2024

Necessary upgrades to prepare Australia’s car dealerships for the transition to electric vehicles (EV) could result in customers wearing the cost of the estimated billion-dollar investment, the industry’s peak lobby group has claimed.

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Motor Trader

JULY 9, 2024

It emphasises a commitment to delivering a positive purchase and ownership experience which includes ensuring vehicles are manufactured to a high standard and that spare parts are available once a new model is launched to allow routine maintenance to be carried out.

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Motor Trader

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Rye Street Group, operating since 1990, manages a network of seven repair centres and holds 23 manufacturer approvals and 24 insurer approvals. Steer Automotive has acquired Rye Street Group accident repair business with a strong presence across Hertfordshire and Essex.

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Automotive Addicts

JANUARY 23, 2024

The electric vehicle (EV) company Fisker announced its plan to sell all nearly 5,000 unsold vehicles manufactured in 2023 by the end of the first quarter. To address the surplus inventory, Fisker aims to sell the vehicles manufactured in the previous year, expecting this move to generate substantial cash flow in the first quarter.

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Carscoops

MAY 2, 2024

The recall involves adapters manufactured between March 14 and April 8, 2024. Charging adapters have been in the news a lot lately as a number of automakers recently gained access to the Tesla Supercharger Network. Interestingly, the recall was initiated after a YouTuber reported an issue with their Lectron adapter.

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Fladco

JULY 5, 2024

It directly impacts profits, customer satisfaction, and operational efficiency. Adapting to these local dynamics will ensure that dealerships meet customer demands efficiently. By recognizing customer preferences and purchasing behavior patterns, dealerships can fine-tune their marketing and sales approaches.

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AutoSuccessOnline

JUNE 11, 2024

This experience allowed me to interact with dozens of women at various stages of their careers, from retail and service to manufacturing and vendor partners. Regardless of their background, everyone was focused on how best to develop our skills, networks, and communities.

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Carscoops

JULY 3, 2024

Alongside the launch of these new models, as well as preparations for the first Tourbillions to be delivered in 2026, the French hypercar manufacturer is looking to grow its aftersales service to ensure Bugatti models, including the Veyron and Chiron, can be enjoyed for decades to come. ” Bugatti Service training

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Drive.com

AUGUST 29, 2024

With the exception of retail prices, car warranties are among one of the most competitive segments of the entire automotive industry, with each manufacturer looking to offer a longer period of coverage to attract customers. We are listening to our customers. We find out.

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Turbo Marketing Solutions

MAY 23, 2024

AI holds the key to revolutionizing customer engagement in automotive newsletters. By analyzing individuals' preferences, it customizes content and predicts consumer behavior, forming a potent tool for driving higher engagement and conversion rates. Spend some time exploring the benefits of AI in automotive newsletters.

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Canadian Auto Dealer

JANUARY 16, 2024

Mazda is now the latest automotive manufacturer to announce that it will adopt the North American Charging Standard (NACS) for charging ports on the Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) that it plans to launch in North America as of 2025. As with other OEMs, adopting the NACS provides automotive customers with a broader range of charging options.

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Automotive Addicts

JUNE 11, 2024

IONNA, the charging network formed by seven major automakers , including BMW, General Motors, Honda, Hyundai, Mercedes-Benz, Kia, and Stellantis, has chosen Durham, North Carolina, as its global headquarters.

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Automotive Addicts

MAY 13, 2024

His return, along with others from the dismissed team, signals a shift in Tesla’s strategy regarding its charging network. Following criticism of the layoffs , Musk pledged to invest “well over” $500 million into expanding Tesla’s network this year.

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CarExpert

SEPTEMBER 7, 2024

Purchasing a brand new ute is one of the most popular lifestyle decisions Australians make, making it a hotly contested market for manufacturers. In addition to competing on sticker price, carmakers strive to champion the best possible ownership package, whether it’s a long warranty, more affordable servicing, or extra customer support.

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AutoSuccessOnline

AUGUST 22, 2024

a leading global manufacturer, owner, operator and provider of electric vehicle (EV) charging equipment and services, has announced in a press release a strategic agreement with EVSTAR to introduce extended warranty coverage options for Blink customers. Blink Charging Co. ,

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Motor Trader

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Even though aftersales can represent half the profits for an established car manufacturer or a franchised dealer, it often remains the ‘poor relation’ in terms of the attention that it gets by comparison with the more glamorous world of new car sales.

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Motor Trader

APRIL 26, 2024

Brindley Group has announced the launch of its new partnership with Chinese manufacturers Omoda and Jaecoo. This is a great demonstration of our commitment to making sustainable vehicles more accessible for our customers. We’re looking forward to the road ahead as we continue to work with these new manufacturers.”

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Drive.com

JULY 5, 2024

Some brands are beginning to offer customers the option to test drive for an entire weekend. More dealerships are beginning to offer extended test drives on a case-by-case basis, allowing customers to assess a vehicle over a longer period of time that’s more indicative of their daily routine.

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Autocar

MAY 16, 2024

In February, Honda unveiled the production version of its CR-V e:FCEV plug-in, which goes on lease sale to customers in Japan and the US later this year. The FCEV is powered by a fuel cell system made by a GM and Honda joint venture called Fuel Cell System Manufacturing (FCSM), based in Michigan.

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CarExpert

JULY 11, 2024

Customer examples of the diesel dual-cab ute are en route to Australia, with dealership arrivals expected in the third quarter of 2024. The company will offer the T9 across over 60 dealerships nationwide, and says the network will expand further. It had previously been tipped for a launch earlier this year. tonne figure. .

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Drive.com

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Despite an onslaught of other manufacturers looking to create a foothold in the domestic electric car market, Matt Lei – Leapmotor’s Vice President of International Operations – said the car maker has no specific brand rival besides petrol and diesel-powered cars. So, it’s not saying that the traditional [idea of] premium of BMW, of Mercedes.”

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Canadian Auto Dealer

JANUARY 4, 2024

Vietnamese electric vehicle manufacturer VinFast has officially signed agreements with five dealers in four states across the United States, the company recently announced in a news release. VinFast is hoping to expand its dealer network to 125 points of sale across the U.S. appeared first on Canadian Auto Dealer.

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AutoSuccessOnline

APRIL 11, 2024

They discussed the critical role of connectivity and collaboration among manufacturers, dealers, tech innovators and investors. This focus is crucial for addressing the industry’s evolution and ensuring comprehensive solutions that enhance customer experiences at dealerships.

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AutoSuccessOnline

JANUARY 17, 2024

Coats is a 75-year-old global manufacturer and distributor of Coats-branded wheel service, alignment, inspection, lift and shop productivity equipment and services. Its current manufacturing location and office in LaVergne, Tennessee, will serve as headquarters of the newly independent company. “The

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Automotive Addicts

MARCH 4, 2024

By adjusting the pricing of the Ariya, Nissan aims to maximize value for its customers while capitalizing on the increasing interest in electric vehicles. Through an agreement with Tesla, a North American Charging Standard (NACS) adapter will be made available, allowing customers to utilize Tesla Superchargers for fast charging.

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