Motor Trader

JULY 1, 2024

Anderson Clark Motor Repairs has been sold to an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT) formed by its 14 employees. The Inverness-based, £2m-turnover repairer has been in business for 28 years. The new leadership team will comprise managing director designate, Neil Johnstone, company secretary Katie Fraser and workshop manager Alan Reid.

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AutoSuccessOnline

DECEMBER 27, 2024

Review Your Practices: Evaluate where and how discounts are being applied, and implement caps or manager approvals to rein them in. Use Specific Labor Operation Codes Accurate reporting is essential for successful warranty submissions and helps managers better understand repair trends and sweet spots.

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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

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Steer Automotive Group has opened an electric vehicle repair facility in Milton Keynes. This new EV site, its second , expands the group’s specialist electric vehicle repair capacity to meet growing demand. The 14,000-square-foot centre offers aluminium structural repair capabilities.

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Carscoops

MARCH 15, 2024

” The posting shows that the EV maker is recruiting a senior manager for a team called the “Zero Service” Tesla writes that it is looking for “a highly motivated Senior Manager to join our Service Operations organization and lead the team responsible to identify and eliminate the reasons for our cars to require service.”

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Best Selling Cars Blog

AUGUST 18, 2024

Effective fleet management is crucial for businesses that depend on transportation, as fleet performance directly affects profitability. This article explores four essential methods for fleet management that require urgent attention to attain success.

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Autocar

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

“The older part-exchange sector is on a knife edge between dealers buying the right car at the right price or overpaying for a car in poor mechanical condition,” said Shoreham Vehicle Auctions managing director Alex Wright. “I Ignore the test drive and dealers risk a repair bill that could equal the value of the car.”

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Carscoops

JULY 28, 2024

A Nissan Pathfinder certified as pre-owned is now facing a $31,000 repair bill. The car, bought for $18,000, has a repair cost that exceeds its purchase price. Now, less than a year later, they’re facing a $31,000 repair bill, a combative dealer, and doing so reportedly with no help from Nissan corporate.

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Carscoops

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Department of Justice said Fisker’s plan to force owners to pay for the labor costs involved in recall repairs was illegal. Fisker has also agreed to cover all the costs of two ongoing recalls , shortly after the U.S.

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Carscoops

FEBRUARY 23, 2025

Less than two months later, Broom returned to the dealership to finally have the tonneau cover repaired under the same service update. Ten days after dropping off the Hummer EV for the repair, Broom got a call that would kick off this entire ordeal. That’s the real debate here.

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Automotive Addicts

JANUARY 11, 2024

The move comes in response to higher expenses associated with collision and damage repairs for EVs. In a regulatory filing on Thursday, Hertz attributed the decision to sell the EVs to the persistently high costs associated with collision and damage repairs, primarily linked to electric vehicles. Source: Reuters

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Motor Trader

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

A number of automotive businesses have revently been sold to Employee Ownership Trusts including Glyn Hopkin , Anderson Clark Motor Repairs and Helensburgh Toyota. The EOT scheme has allowed Allan Otley, shareholder, to realise the value in his business, whilst retaining the strong brand, ethos and culture of success in Cars 2.

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Dealers Edge

JUNE 29, 2024

Post or close Repair Orders to the cash clearing account. The above is just a small excerpt for a more detailed DealersEdge Guide – Accounting Guide for Dealership Controllers and General Managers. In fact it is just a small part of the Chapter devoted to Managing the Dealership's Balance Sheet. see Figure 2.2

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Dealers Edge

JUNE 22, 2024

Start Early in the Service Department When a General Manager arrives for work early, it can have a positive impact on staff morale and productivity. By arriving early, the General Manager is demonstrating their commitment to the job and setting a positive example for their team. Are the managers in place and ready for business?

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Carscoops

APRIL 7, 2024

Remarkably, according to eyewitnesses, the Camaro somehow managed to survive the ordeal. Perhaps that was enough salvageable sheet metal for a repair to go forward. In this instance, a Nissan 350Z reportedly ended up atop a white 2015 Chevrolet Camaro Z28, crushing its roof in the process.

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Car Examer

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Signs of accident repair Look for welded sections or uneven undercoating. Electrical management systems Engine management, ABS system, SRS system, Transmission management, Rest of the sub-systems Infotainment & radio Make sure Bluetooth and navigation work properly. Past Accident Repairs Misaligned panels?

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Drive.com

OCTOBER 13, 2024

Proposed changes to legislation relating to whether repairable write-offs can be allowed back on the road could mean older vehicles are inadvertently wiped out. However, enthusiast insurance firm Shannons says the proposed changes would mean many classic cars which could easily be repaired won’t make it back on the road.

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AutoSuccessOnline

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

We talked with their used car manager, Bryan Bough, about their private-party buying program. Streamlined Lead Management Managing leads from private sellers initially felt overwhelming. To address this, they adopted VETTX , a private-party vehicle management platform. Less shop time = shorter time to line = faster turn.

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AutoSuccessOnline

MARCH 4, 2025

expanding its BNPL footprint in service and repair drives. Jon Meredith, national service operations manager, Volkswagen, said, With best-in-class terms that are broadly appealing, no fees and true transparency, Sunbit technology surfaces options that are not just right for some customers but for virtually every customer.

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Motor Trader

JANUARY 28, 2025

sales increase in its service, maintenance and repair (SMR) business. We also continue to expect to see inflation passed through on managed services. The garage to bicycle chain said underlying profits before tax would now reach 37m compared to 32m previously forecast. The company said year on year Q3 delivered 10.3%

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Motor Trader

JANUARY 7, 2025

Electric vehicle (EV) battery repair will come under scrutiny at the first Vehicle Remarketing Association (VRA) meeting of 2025. David Gray from Cox Automotives EV Battery Solutions will discuss emerging in-life services, such as diagnostics, repair, and remanufacturing that help extend the lifespan of EV batteries.

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Motor Trader

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

In addition to new vehicle sales, the dealers will serve as the Skywell authorised repairers, offering servicing, MOTs, repairs, genuine Skywell parts. Skywell UK has appointed Bob Davies Car Sales and Auto Capital as the main dealers for South Wales and North London, respectively.

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Canadian Auto Dealer

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Were excited to partner with Kimoby and look forward to helping our dealers in the province with payment processing, said Scott Worthington, Vice President of Product Management at Reynolds, in a statement. As an example, Reynolds customers in Quebec will be able to satisfy payments for Service Invoicing in French through Kimoby Pay.

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Fladco

MARCH 12, 2025

Higher Costs on Auto Parts & Repairs Beyond new vehicle sales, service departments will feel the impact of rising costs on OEM and aftermarket parts. Increased expenses on brake components, fasteners, and critical repair items will pressure dealership service pricing.

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Auto Alert

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Here are some metrics to determine when optimizing your dealership operations: Inventory management metrics ensure youre stocking the right vehicles at the right time. Important metrics to monitor are: Average Repair Order Value: Indicates the revenue generated per service visit.

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AutoSuccessOnline

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Streamlined Communication: The Key to Speed In automotive repair, communication is king. The quality and speed with which the estimate is completed may be flawless, but if it sits on a managers desk for hours or days awaiting approval, the entire process grinds to a halt. With todays technology, communication can be instant.

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Autosoft

JANUARY 2, 2025

Nobody follows up after repairs, so customers feel forgotten. AUTOSOFT CRM How Autosoft’s Dealer Management Software and CRM Bridge the Gap Autosoft’s dealer management software streamlines operations for franchise dealerships by centralizing all customer and vehicle data in one place.

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AutoDealer Today

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

topics covered in this webinar: parts & repair market trends outside the dealer - why you need to care! today’s challenges with parts sales & retention how to sell and better serve repairers outside your dealership - they need your parts!

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Motor Trader

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

A new programme has been launched to improve and make more efficient crash and body repairs carried out on EVs and promote high standards. The Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Repair Alliance (HEVRA) for independent garages is now including bodyshops in its membership.

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Dealers Edge

AUGUST 6, 2024

On Mobile Select "Play From Browser" More information on the GM Guide Book Here General Manager's Weekly Review of Service Operations. If you are a typical store, service management runs a booked time report weekly (maybe even daily) and makes sure technician time flags match the report. Press Play To Listen To This Post.

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Ultimate Car Blog

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Are you a passionate home mechanic repairing in the comfort of your home? Or an auto mechanic doing repairs at a car repair shop looking for a diagnostic scanner to accompany you in handling Mercedes-Benz vehicles and other models. Lets discover the perfect diagnostic scanner for Mercedes-Benz’s special needs.

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AutoSuccessOnline

JANUARY 14, 2025

Increased Service Drive Revenue: When customers have a VSC in place, they are more likely to return to the dealership for maintenance and repairs, driving more consistent traffic to the service department. This creates a reliable revenue stream and gives the dealer more control over the customers service experience.

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Motor Trader

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

If any member of AAGs Garage Networks programme has an unresolved dispute with a customer, they will be invited to apply for accreditation to The Motor Ombudsmans comprehensive Chartered Trading Standards Institute (CTSI)-approved Motor Industry Code of Practice for Service and Repair.

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Motor Trader

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Dean Upton, aftersales manager at Stoneacre Newcastle, said: The interns arrive with skills but no preconceived industry experience, making them ideal candidates. Both earned their Level 3 qualifications in Light Vehicle Repair and Maintenance before joining the program. Together, they deliver Toyota Express Maintenance (TXM).

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Canadian Auto Dealer

MARCH 10, 2025

We have been finding an interesting trend in the last few months brought up by many owners and general managers across the country and in fact around the world. One of the most important jobs as a manager is to take care of our most important asset …our employees. Are they held daily, weekly, monthly or never?

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Carscoops

DECEMBER 22, 2024

Meet the Modern Collector: Young, Wealthy, and Nostalgic BMW Z8 (photo BMW Group) As reported by Auto News , Nathan Schick, General Sales Manager at Auto Europe, a Michigan-based Lotus and Morgan dealership, has a front-row seat to this generational shift. Yes, it’s niche, but niche with conviction.

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Carscoops

MAY 1, 2024

A new report alleges Fisker has been using parts from production and pre-production vehicles to repair customer cars since 2023. Fisker denies the allegations, stating parts are only taken from engineering vehicles for analysis or modifications, not for customer repairs. “Technicians are just doing this to help customers. .”

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