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Building Customer Loyalty in the Age of Online Retail: Strategies for Auto Dealers in 2024

Get My Auto

In an era where online retail is reshaping the auto industry, independent auto dealers face a significant challenge. The convenience and accessibility of online car sales platforms have changed consumer expectations, making it crucial for dealerships to evolve. This post […] The post Building Customer Loyalty in the Age of Online Retail: Strategies for Auto Dealers in 2024 appeared first on Get My Auto.

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Netherlands Full Year 2023: Tesla Model Y soars to lead in market up 18.5%

Best Selling Cars Blog

The Tesla Model Y climbs to #1 in the Netherlands in 2023. Discover over 40 years worth of Dutch Historical Data here. New car sales in the Netherlands leap up 18.5% year-on-year in 2023 to 369,791. We are still well below the 446,114 units sold in pre-pandemic 2019. Volkswagen (+34.5%) sports a sturdy gain to reclaim the top spot in the brands ranking it last held in 2021.

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The real cost to modify your car

Machines with Souls

Welcome back to the mailbag, where a young reader asks how much it costs to modify your car (like my M3). If you have a question, you can email me, and I might just pick it. Question Hi Mike– I’m a 16 years (sic) old car enthusiast, and I saved up enough to get a… The post The real cost to modify your car appeared first on Machines With Souls.

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A Buyer’s Year on Tap

AutoDealer Today

Post-pandemic settling to bring normalcy, falling dealer profit.

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Next Rimac supercar may not be battery-electric

Autocar

Nevera has enormous 120kWh battery, poor 2.0mpkWh efficiency The firm is exploring the viability of a new technology that generates electricity using liquid fuels like diesel Rimac's next supercar might not be powered only by batteries, as the company is looking into the viability of a radical new technology that generates electricity using liquid fuels like diesel.

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Argentina Full Year 2023: Toyota and Fiat Cronos threepeat at #1, market up 11.6%

Best Selling Cars Blog

The Fiat Cronos is the best-selling vehicle in Argentina for the third straight year. New light vehicle sales in Argentina gain 11.6% in 2023 to 424,949 units for a third consecutive positive year. We are still below the 459,592 units of pre-pandemic 2019 which was already off -42.7% on the year prior, so still historically low scores here. Toyota (+9.6%) trails the market slightly but easily threepeats at #1 with a dominant 22% share.

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The real cost to modify your car

Machines with Souls

Welcome back to the mailbag, where a young reader asks how much it costs to modify your car (like my M3). If you have a question, you can email me, and I might just pick it. Question Hi Mike– I’m a 16 years (sic) old car enthusiast, and I saved up enough to get a… The post The real cost to modify your car appeared first on Machines With Souls.

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Wild new Nissan GT-R is ‘tangible lucid dream’

Autocar

Brutalist styling carries clear nods to the GT-R and the legendary Nissan Skyline 1341bhp concept preview 4WD solid state supercar that has a 'feasible' production date of 2030 Nissan's Hyper Force concept car is a “lucid dream” that the firm is working on realising for a next-generation GT-R , which could be ready before the end of the decade. Nissan programme design director Giovanny Arroba, who worked on the recent Tokyo motor show concept as well as the four others alongside which it starred

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Australia Full Year 2023: Ford Ranger ends 7 years of Toyota Hilux domination, record market

Best Selling Cars Blog

The Ford Ranger is the new Australian best-seller. Discover over 75 years of Australian Historical Data here. It’s a record year for new vehicle sales in Australia, up a sturdy 12.5% year-on-year to 1,216,780 units and eclipsing the previous record of 1,189,116 established in 2017. December sales were up 12.1% to 98,544. Behind this record is the improved availability of most models compared to 2022 and many cars counted as sold in 2023 were ordered the year before.

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I’m sad that the “Big” Auto Show is dying

Machines with Souls

Have you heard? Stellantis, the corporation behind Dodge, Jeep, Ram, Fiat, and Alfa Romeo, are pulling the plug on auto show participation. I get it, sort of. But I’m also sad – big auto shows are dying, and they have been at least partially responsible for my love of all things car-related. Why are Dodge,… The post I’m sad that the “Big” Auto Show is dying appeared first on Machines With Souls.

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GM Announces EV Tax Break Save

AutoDealer Today

Automaker says it will essentially replace $7,500 federal credits that some of its models no longer qualify for.

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BMW i5 vs Tesla and Mercedes: Which is the new EV king?

Autocar

Can the Model S challenge the finest offerings from two of Europe's biggest car makers? For as long as we can remember, the saloon class has been dominated by two German giants: Mercedes-Benz , and BMW. As we enter the electric era, though, things are starting to change. A flood of rivals from the west, and the east, are starting to make their way into the UK market, but there's one brand which has taken Europe by storm.

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Brazil Full Year 2023: Fiat Strada #1 again, VW Polo storms into 2nd place, Chinese advance

Best Selling Cars Blog

The VW Polo is the 2nd best-selling vehicle in Brazil in 2023. The Brazilian new light vehicle market gains 11.3% year-on-year in 2023 to get back above the 2m annual mark at 2,179,363. For reference the pre-pandemic 2019 result was 2,658,927 , and the all time record is 3,634,421 reached in 2012. So we are still at very low historical levels. Fiat (+10.5%) holds onto the brands top spot, roughly matching the market with an excellent 21.8% share vs. 11.1% at home in Italy.

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I’m sad that the “Big” Auto Show is dying

Machines with Souls

Have you heard? Stellantis, the corporation behind Dodge, Jeep, Ram, Fiat, and Alfa Romeo, are pulling the plug on auto show participation. I get it, sort of. But I’m also sad – big auto shows are dying, and they have been at least partially responsible for my love of all things car-related. Why are Dodge,… The post I’m sad that the “Big” Auto Show is dying appeared first on Machines With Souls.

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Carfluent Increases Customer Base By Six Times

AutoDealer Today

Company's technology creates bilingual vehicle listings for dealerships seeking broader audiences.

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VW Group hails 'encouraging' solid-state battery tests

Autocar

Lithium ion batteries use a liquid electrolyte and separator, whereas solid-state cells use ceramic, polymer or glass New cells are claimed to have lost 5% of capacity after the equivalent of 311,000 miles The Volkswagen Group has revealed that new solid-sate battery cells developed by partner QuantumScape have shown encouraging results in recent tests, with a better range and significantly less degradation than both its existing lithium ion batteries and rival solid-state cells.

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Historic Shifts in Florida Car Dealerships

Fladco

From the roaring 1920s to the booming post-war years, the story of Florida’s auto dealerships is a tale of evolution and innovation. With a growing network of roads and an American public captivated by the allure of automotive freedom, Florida became fertile ground for an auto dealership boom. As vehicles became more than a luxury and evolved into a necessity, the Sunshine State’s market responded, laying down the tracks for an industry that would grow and adapt through the decades.

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The 2023 BMW M8 Competition Coupe proves an old point

Machines with Souls

Kids. If you have one, you’re already smiling (or sighing). And if you don’t, well, you’re already smiling…or sighing. I love seeing things through the eyes of my daughter as she experiences life events for the first time. And as I encouraged her to fold her tiny body into the back seat of this BMW… The post The 2023 BMW M8 Competition Coupe proves an old point appeared first on Machines With Souls.

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More Shoppers Eyeing EVs

AutoDealer Today

J.D. Power study found interest has surged due to more affordability and availability in the segment.

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Best-selling cars in the UK of 2023

Autocar

The Ford Puma was the UK's best-selling car in 2023 The Ford Puma held on to the top spot, while the Tesla Model Y was the best-selling electric car The Ford Puma was the best-selling car in the UK in 2023, becoming the first Ford model to do so since the Ford Fiesta ’s 12-year run ended back in 2020. The compact crossover topped the rankings ahead of the likes of the Vauxhall Corsa, the Nissan Qashqai ( last year’s best-seller) and the Kia Sportage.

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Unleashing the Power of Active Listening in Car Sales

CarSalesProfessional.com

Unleashing the Power of Active Listening in Car Sales Let’s shift into high gear and talk about a game-changing skill in automobile sales: active listening. Buckle up because mastering this skill can take your sales journey from 0 to 60 in no time. So, put on your seatbelt and hit […] The post Unleashing the Power of Active Listening in Car Sales first appeared on Car Sales Professional.

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The Future of Car Dealership Digital Marketing in 2024

Turbo Marketing Solutions

As we rapidly voyage through the digital age, it's been a roller coaster ride for car dealership marketing. Now that we're in 2024, the techniques are evolving at warp speed and it's crucial to stay ahead of the curve. From AI-driven sales funnels to hyper-personalized customer interactions, car dealerships are revving up their marketing engines to drive straight into a future defined by monumental technological advancements.

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Auto Borrowers Had Easier Time in Q4

AutoDealer Today

Data show terms improving from the consumer standpoint, though some metrics hit record highs.

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UK fuel prices: supermarkets taking unfair share

Autocar

Filling the tank of a 55-litre family car, such as a Skoda Superb, costs nearly £90 for diesel, says the RAC Petrol prices continue to decrease but forecourts should be charging less still, says the RAC Prices for petrol and diesel dropped for the second month in a row in December, but drivers are still losing out because of greedy supermarket pricing.

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Blue Rodeo’s Jim Cuddy tells Canadian auto dealer he’s looking forward to playing Canada Night NAD’eh

Canadian Auto Dealer

Legendary rockers Blue Rodeo, who recorded the hit song 5 Days In May thirty years ago, will be in Las Vegas performing for what should be one amazing night in February for Canadian dealers at the 2024 NADA Show. The Toronto-based band, who have become Canadian icons with a multitude of tunes that also include Try , Hasn’t Hit Me Yet , and Till I Am Myself , will be doing a concert to bring back Canada Night NAD’eh on February 1.

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How To Increase Your Income Without Selling One More Car | Insignia Group Blog

Insignia Group

Being a salesperson often means playing an exhaustion game. The final “X” on the board at the end of the month is liberating and brings a sigh of relief, only to usher in the beginning of a new month with a fresh slate. Car sales, in particular, can be especially stressful because the number of cars a person can sell is subject to fluctuations in the market.

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Ford Trumpets F-150 Sales

AutoDealer Today

Says the truck lineup is still tops in the U.S., emphasizes its focus on nonelectric models.

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Top 10 best sports SUVs 2024

Autocar

With heady performance, decent dynamic ability and a practical SUV body, sports 4x4s may be an acquired taste but here is our list of the best 10 money can buy Whether you consider it a contradiction in terms, a total aberration or the ultimate all-rounder, there’s no denying the performance SUV can stir debate. On paper, these high-riding and highly tuned machines shouldn’t work for keen drivers, yet they’re flying out of showrooms quicker than most can get to 62mph.

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Want The Secret to Driving Great Traffic? (Hint: There Isn’t One!)

Dealers United

While there are no dealership marketing secrets, there are proven solutions that work to deliver both near-term and long-term growth.

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Deal of the Day: MG4 is a very affordable EV at only £99 per month

Auto Express

Practicality, fun and zero-emissions makes this stupendous MG4 EV offer our Deal of the Day for 5 January

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EV Dealers on the Rise

AutoDealer Today

Study shows non-Tesla stores selling the models surged over the past three years.

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What are the safest cars on sale in the UK in 2024?

Autocar

Some regard safety as the most important feature when buying a new car. Here are the UK's 10 safest cars No matter who you are or how far you drive, choosing the safest car will most likely be a major priority. Before going on sale, every car is put through strict safety tests run by the European New Car Assessment Programme, or Euro NCAP for short.

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Watch A Lucid Air Pure RWD Go From 0 To 65 MPH And Back To 0 Using Just Regen Braking

Jalopnik

This week I finally got to try out the Lucid Air Pure , the base trim of the electric sedan and the only one available with rear-wheel drive. For a starting price of $78,900 including destination you get 430 horsepower and a range of up to 419 miles, the latter of which is longer than any other EV save higher-end… Read more.

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Will fuel duty rise along with VED car tax in the April budget?

Auto Express

Analysts say treasury projections assume a 5p rise in fuel duty next March, with car tax also rising with inflation

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Trade Groups Sponsor Industry Compliance Program

AutoDealer Today

Initiative designed to enhance compliance for the benefit of consumers.

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Nürburgring lap records: the fastest cars ranked

Autocar

Porsche 919 Hybrid EVO Lap time: 5:19:545 According to every category, here are the Green Hell's fastest cars Well, here we are; the track that needs no introduction. The challenge posed by Germany's Nürburgring is unrivalled. Each of the 147 corners along the 13-mile course gives car makers unparalleled insight into where their machines work best, and where they must improve.

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Road Tax Exemption (s): A Guide to Cars That Qualify

Car Examer

Road tax, officially known as Vehicle Excise Duty (VED), is a mandatory requirement for most vehicles in the United Kingdom. However, there are certain categories of cars that are exempt from road tax. Understanding these exemptions is crucial for car owners looking to minimize their motoring expenses. In this article, we will delve into the types of cars that qualify for road tax exemptions, providing valuable insights for motorists.