Autocar

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

We’ve noticed a higher volume of customers with older vehicles seeking warranty protection for them,” he said. A spokesperson for the Independent Garage Association, a lobby group, said firms are seeing an increase in business especially as older car owners are favouring them over franchised dealer networks for servicing.

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Shawn Ryder

MARCH 9, 2025

In the modern marketing landscape, understanding where to find your target audience for customer discovery is crucial for the success of any automotive dealership. Customer discovery is the process of brainstorming, validating, and refining your understanding of who your potential customers are and how you can meet their needs.

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Motor Trader

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

The Budget increase in employer National Insurance contributions may force Halfords to up the cost of car repairs at its network of Autocentres. This story continues at Halfords Autocentre repair costs set to rise after Budget Or just read more coverage at Motor Trader The company has 12,000 employees.

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Carscoops

MAY 7, 2024

That has led the company to cut the team responsible for its Supercharger network, and the laid-off workers believe that’s bad news for users. Although it has been rated as America’s most reliable charging network , it relied on a team of employees who describe themselves as overworked. “We couldn’t keep up. .

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Motor Trader

AUGUST 1, 2024

Komoo has a network of fleet repair sites located near airports and vehicle storage hubs. It carries out minor body repairs, from cosmetic dents and scrapes to full vehicle resprays for rental and fleet firms. Bodyshop chain Steer Automotive Group has bought Komoo for an undisclosed sum.

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Motor Trader

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

The dealership was the top performer in the network of 60 UK Van Centres and 30 Authorised Repairers. Recognising the strong performance shown across the UK network in 2024, awards were presented to top-performing Van Centres across categories including aftersales, new and used sales, and customer excellence.

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Motor Trader

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

This partnership reinforces AAGs demonstration of their commitment to industry best practice and customer service through their 1,200-strong, nationwide Approved Garages Network across the UK, including AutoCare, Top Truck, United Garage Services, and NexDrive.

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AutoSuccessOnline

JANUARY 31, 2025

RepairPal , a provider of trusted auto repair solutions, announced a strategic partnership with Ownli , a platform that enables insurers to better engage with their policyholders through data check-ins and value-added services. This partnership strengthens our mission to bring transparency and reliability to the automotive repair industry.”

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Motor Trader

MAY 29, 2024

KGM Motors UK has expanded its dealer network with the addition of RJTK Automotive’s Wilson & Co and Drayton Motors. With over 25-years of exceptional knowledge, motor expertise, and customer service, combined with the professionalism of two established regional dealerships, RJTK Automotive is an excellent fit for us.

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Motor Trader

JULY 2, 2024

Motus Commercials has joined Novuna Vehicle Solutions’ approved network of independent and franchised garages. As a result, Motus will provide service, maintenance and repairs to Novuna’s customers. Matt Lawrenson, MD of Motus Commercials, said: “We are pleased to be part of the Novuna Vehicle Solutions’ approved network.

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AutoSuccessOnline

JANUARY 15, 2025

Rotary Solutions will showcase its next generation of vehicle service and repair solutions designed and engineered to help dealership service centers overcome challenges and reach new levels of success in booth #3751. For a 2025 NADA Show preview, visit RotarySolutions.com/2025-nada-show.

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AutoSuccessOnline

JANUARY 29, 2025

This collaboration will empower banks, credit unions and financial service providers to optimize their auto-lending programs and provide enhanced value to their customers through a fully integrated platform. This added value will enhance customer satisfaction by ensuring members have reliable automotive advice and support at their fingertips.

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Motor Trader

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

From the tools and uniform provided to the strong network that guided me through my first months, these are facets we wouldnt have had without this programme. Both earned their Level 3 qualifications in Light Vehicle Repair and Maintenance before joining the program. Its a win-win for us and our customers.

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Carscoops

MARCH 15, 2024

Read: Tesla Owners Stuck Waiting 9 Months For Repair Estimates After Prangs Sure, EVs are simpler than ICE vehicles in theory, but the realities of the road are much more complicated. Vehicles break down and need servicing for all kinds of reasons, and Tesla’s small service network has left many owners dissatisfied.

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Motor Trader

JANUARY 14, 2025

As part of the accreditation, 12 Big Motoring World locations across the country have committed to the guidelines outlined in the Vehicle Sales and Service and Repair Codes.

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Motor Trader

JULY 22, 2024

Stellantis has partnered with Digital INNK for access to its ViSN platform which connects dealers and garages with fleets to enable an efficient and cost-effective repair network. The data for all Stellantis repairers is now live on the ViSN platform. “The integration is a significant milestone for the ViSN platform.

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Drive.com

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Honda Australia has paid a penalty of $18,780 after the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission( ACCC) issued it with an infringement notice for allegedly breaching the Motor Vehicle Service and Repair Information Sharing Scheme (MVIS scheme). Honda Australia has fully cooperated with the ACCC in relation to this matter.”

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Motor Trader

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Stellantis UK has appointed Vizion to be the sole provider of accident management services to the nine brands served by the Multi-Brand Accident Repair Programme in the UK. The depth of their knowledge, systems, relationships and dedication to the customer are clearly evident – a perfect fit with our own values and goals.”

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Drive.com

APRIL 1, 2024

“ Dan is a customer of a major Australian insurer, but is unable to disclose the name of the company as the matter is part of an ongoing case with the Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA). The repairer never rang me once, I spoke to a customer service rep [at the insurance company] and they had no idea,” he recalls.

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AutoSuccessOnline

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Repair OnDemand launched several solutions at NADA 2024 that will represent an end-to-end solution for automotive reconditioners. The first step in Repair OnDemand’s end-to-end solution is the launch of their diagnostic tool, BlueDriver Max, to the dealer industry.

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AutoSuccessOnline

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

million Google customer reviews across 18,000 U.S.-based For the report, Widewail used AI to analyze and uncover trends in customer experience at scale, turning customer feedback into data-backed portraits of experiences on the ground for dealership customers in 2024. The study analyzed 8.1

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Motor Trader

JANUARY 31, 2025

Since arriving in the UK, the brand has built a solid network which currently consists of 71 dealer groups. People know that whenever there is a problem they can go to the dealers and the dealers will help them with repairs. Jaecoo held its official launch event at the Fairmont Windsor Park, Egham in Surrey.

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Drive.com

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Ford dealerships in the US have been accused of faking the replacement of potentially deadly Takata airbags – or bodging repairs – in a bombshell report from newspaper The Detroit Free Press. Our goal is always to do things right for customers in the first place and, when they aren’t, correct them as quickly as possible.

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Autocar

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

The problems arose when JLR downsized its UK parts supply network from 18 warehouses to one ‘super-centre' Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) boss Adrian Mardell says that the firm has begun to resolve the parts backlog caused by delays at its new logistics hub – but has cautioned that it will take time for dealers to be able to repair all the cars affected.

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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. Like other Tesla features, the insurance product is available to Australian owners via the Tesla smartphone app.

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Motor Trader

AUGUST 6, 2024

Evans Halshaw MG Grantham has been recognised with an award as it is ranked 5th across the entire UK MG network. We will continue to build on this score and continue to deliver an excellent experience for our customers across all departments.” The site is also an Authorised Repairer for MG.

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Carscoops

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Jaguar Land Rover has instructed almost three dozen I-Pace owners in the US to avoid parking their EVs near structures and to limit charging to 80% because incorrectly repaired examples are at risk of catching fire. Customers should also limit their charge to a maximum of 80% until the recall remedy has been completed. ”

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Drive.com

JANUARY 16, 2024

million) by offloading 20,000 electric vehicles currently in its fleet – a cost it hopes to offset with cheaper repairs for petrol-powered cars. The US firm’s CEO, Stephen Scherr, cited ongoing costs of repair as the main factor behind the decision, according to CNN Business.

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Autocar

MAY 23, 2024

These thefts are extremely frustrating for our customers and for us,” said Instavolt CEO Delvin Lane. Lane said thieves strike at all hours of the day and night and will even return to the same site to attack it again – on one occasion as soon as eight hours after repairs had been made.

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Carscoops

MARCH 18, 2024

Read: Hertz Selling 20,000 Rental EVs, Will Replace Them With ICE Cars By January 2024, Hertz announced its plans to sell off its electric vehicles over lackluster demand, expensive repairs, and costly depreciation. “I am excited to join Hertz and build on its extraordinary family of brands and global network,” said West.

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Carscoops

OCTOBER 25, 2024

The revived brand has confirmed that these models will be sold directly to customers, bypassing the traditional dealership network. ” Scout Motors is looking to establish a one-to-one relationship with its customers, directly offering reservations, sales, delivery, and servicing. .

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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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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 25, 2024

Trading is still difficult for dealers and our customers are finding it hard to maintain profits as high interest rates continue to push up the cost of finance. “In The average independent dealer spends between £40,000 and £150,000 a year on parts for vehicle repair.

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CarExpert

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

“When looking at the different in overall average pricing, we see this difference is more about the mix of customers that choose a hybrid vehicle compared to a petrol vehicle, their age, driving experience, location etc,” explained Marni Jackson, Youi’s head of product for vehicles including cars and motorcycles. Browse now.

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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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Autocar

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

#Jaguar pic.twitter.com/BfVhc3l09B — Jaguar (@Jaguar) November 19, 2024 One reply to Jaguar’s video read: “2 year old F Type , just back from its third warranty repair, and returned with a large scratch on the door and damage to the side skirt. The repair should have taken a day to fix.” What’s happening to your parts.

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