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IMI flags up ‘dangerous shortfall’ of ADAS trained technicians

Motor Trader

The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) has revealed a “dangerous shortfall” in the number of technicians qualified to repair and maintain vehicles featuring Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS). The IMI launched Level 2 and Level 3 ADAS qualifications in 2022.

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Diverging Views on Pre-Purchase Inspections Between Toyota Dealers and Independent Inspectors

Car Examer

In this article lets have a look on Pre-Purchase Inspections between Toyota dealers and Independent Inspectors how the standards and expectations vary. Email 3: Initial Concerns Raised The inspector communicated specific concerns found about a vehicle’s 12V battery, which had failed multiple tests, and poor-quality bodywork repairs.

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Mobile Mechanic Vehicle Inspection Do You Need One

Car Examer

Make sure mobile mechanic has experience on the inspection process as 99% of mobile mechanics are just focused on repairs and not realising vehicle inspection can be time consuming and for box standard mechanic explaining everything to customer expectations can be a challenging task so as writing the report representing vehicles overall condition.

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Why You Should Care About Good Credit Auto Financing?

3 Brothers Autosale

Obtain pre-approval from a financial institution to set a budget and streamline the car-buying process. If your credit score has improved since the initial loan, you may qualify for a lower interest rate. Explore Manufacturer Financing Deals Many automakers offer special financing deals, especially on certified pre-owned vehicles.

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Optimizing the Service Process in Car Dealerships

Shawn Ryder

A well-organized and efficient service process not only ensures high-quality maintenance and repair work but also enhances the overall customer experience. Conduct a pre-service walk-around of the vehicle with the customer to note any existing damage and discuss expected services and outcomes.

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How to Work the Service Drive to Reignite Dealership Sales

Automotive Mastermind

The service department, often bustling with customers seeking vehicle maintenance and repairs, presents a unique opportunity for dealerships to tap into their existing customer portfolio for new sales potential. And as customers hold onto their cars for longer periods, the demand for vehicle service and repair is inevitably rising.

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Re-Training Dealership Teams for Service-to-Sales Success

Automotive Mastermind

When combined with the right tools and process, the insights gathered from routine service visits including vehicle mileage, condition and repair history can be used to predict which customers are preparing to return to market. Often in a dealership, there is a disconnect between service and sales.