Car Examer

NOVEMBER 2, 2024

Here’s a straightforward guide to the most common dealership terms you’ll hear at UK dealerships. Understanding these terms can help you feel more confident, negotiate better, and ultimately drive away with a great deal. It’s worth comparing APRs from different lenders, as your credit score and loan term will affect the rate offered.

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AutoSuccessOnline

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

One of the key drivers of customer loyalty is how often a customer returns to a dealership for service and repairs after purchasing a vehicle. With the rising cost of vehicle repairs, those customers who choose not to purchase a service contract are increasingly less likely to return to the dealership for repairs.

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Auto Blog

MARCH 21, 2024

Filed under: Auto Repair , Maintenance , Ownership Continue reading Car owners prefer independent repair shops, chains to dealers - CR Car owners prefer independent repair shops, chains to dealers - CR originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 21 Mar 2024 12:51:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Canadian Auto Dealer

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Interest rates and inflation are having a ripple effect on the cost of maintenance and repair in Canada, which in turn has influenced vehicle owners to keep their vehicles longer. Power’s study, 40 per cent of visits to dealerships and 24 per cent of visits to aftermarket shops were for repairs. That is according to J.D. Based on J.D.

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Best Selling Cars Blog

JULY 6, 2024

The age-old question of whether to buy a car or rent one long-term still comes up in many discussions. Of course, long-term rentals pose their benefits and limitations. In a dynamic world where flexibility is important, long-term car rentals provide the freedom to use a vehicle based on your current needs.

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Autocar

JANUARY 10, 2024

Yet all my acquaintances with and drives in the Avenger so far have been brief, which makes this long-term test even more interesting. Colleagues have since driven it and liked its character and the way it drives.

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Motor Trader

JANUARY 20, 2025

All but three of the dealers have retained their authorised repairer status, Ford told Motor Trader. Ford was a pioneer of Customer Marketing Areas in the late 1990s when it was the number one carmaker in terms of car sales. Ford terminated more than 50 retail dealers in January as part of its restructuring of the network.

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Best Selling Cars Blog

MARCH 18, 2024

A short-term car lease typically costs between £400 and £800 monthly. A short-term car lease in the UK refers to a lease agreement lasting less than 12 months, like those provided by Flexxilease. What are the standard costs associated with short-term car leases? Why should you choose a short-term car lease?

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Carscoops

DECEMBER 24, 2024

Owners will be notified by February 2025, and repairs will be done free of charge. ” In simpler terms, vehicles could lose their brakes, leaving only the electronic parking brake as a last resort. A recall has been issued in the US, impacting 2,021 examples of the Giulia and Stelvio.

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AutoSuccessOnline

JANUARY 30, 2025

When evaluating the overall health of a dealerships service drive, there are three key golden metrics that stand out: Hours Both total sold and per repair order Effective Labor Rate (ELR) Profit per customer pay RO However, understanding these numbers requires context. ELR shows less disparity between the urban and volume classifications.

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Car Examer

FEBRUARY 22, 2025

The Hyundai warranty is designed to give you peace of mind , covering repairs or replacements needed due to manufacturing defects. Standard Warranty Coverage (5 Years Unlimited Mileage) Mechanical & electrical repairs If any part has a factory defect, Hyundai will fix or replace it for free.

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Auto Alert

DECEMBER 26, 2024

With clear, data-driven goals, dealerships can: Optimize operations to increase efficiency Improve customer experiences for long-term loyalty Boost profitability across all departments Lets get into the different metrics to track, what they measure, and what benefits they can bring to your dealership.

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Autocar

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Simon Down, director at Deloitte’s employment tax automotive team, warned that this could create administrative challenges – such as ensuring vehicle changes are reported to payroll more frequently, including downtime for repairs and courtesy car loans that last more than 30 days. “A

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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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Auto Blog

JANUARY 16, 2024

Filed under: Green , Tesla , Used Car Buying , Auto Repair , Electric Continue reading Hertz's Tesla liquidation sale likely means more depreciation for used EVs Hertz's Tesla liquidation sale likely means more depreciation for used EVs originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 16 Jan 2024 18:03:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Autocar

JANUARY 14, 2025

We could only have diesel generation in terms of resilience in case something goes wrong with the renewables. Repairs have been basically [only related to the] brakes and tyres, which are standard on any vehicle. We want to get to 80% from renewable energy by 2028. He will also drape them with the St Helena flag. The experience that.

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Auto Blog

AUGUST 4, 2024

Filed under: Celebrities , Government/Legal , Auto Repair , Insurance , Ownership Continue reading FTC fines CarShield $10 million for deceptive ads FTC fines CarShield $10 million for deceptive ads originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 4 Aug 2024 09:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Auto Remarketing

MARCH 24, 2025

The Corolla is a vehicle you can drive for decades with little or no repair expenses. The report also cited the Honda Civic, with an average annual maintenance cost of $420, for its long-term reliability, good resale value, well-constructed gearbox and motor, and reasonable insurance costs.

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Car Examer

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

It means you can drive with confidence, knowing you wont be hit with unexpected repair costs. Free repairs or replacement of faulty parts due to manufacturer defects. Labor costs included when repairs are done at an authorized Kia dealer. If it drops below that, Kia will repair or replace it. Sounds pretty solid, right?

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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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Best Selling Cars Blog

JULY 30, 2024

These are the insurance cost, fuels, repairs, taxes, and depreciation. Maintenance and Repairs Regular maintenance and unexpected repairs are certainly a part of car ownership. On average, owners of used cars in Austin spend around $800-$1,200 yearly for maintenance and repairs. Repairs- Vary widely based on the issue.

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Motor Trader

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Incentives to retail EV buyers are limited to a preferential Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) rate for zero emission vehicles, In terms of hybrids, 42% of respondents were now less confident about buying one, compared to 23% who said they were more confident. Only 26% had confidence they will be repaired faster.

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Car Examer

MARCH 6, 2025

A tidy car isnt just about looks; it preserves value and prevents long-term damage. Your car will thank you with a smoother ride and fewer surprise repairs down the road! Check and Swap Tires If you use winter tires, swap them out for all-season or summer tires once temperatures stay consistently above 7C (45F). Buying a used VW.

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CarExpert

JANUARY 26, 2025

More are coming every year, and each one has unique warranty periods and terms. This is intended to provide information on what the average buyer can expect from each brand in terms of their standard warranties, with caveats and disclaimers explained within each section where possible or necessary.

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Auto Blog

JUNE 27, 2024

Filed under: Car Buying , Used Car Buying , Auto Repair , Maintenance , Ownership Continue reading EVs fare poorly in J.D. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Power quality survey; Ram and Porsche top the rankings EVs fare poorly in J.D. Permalink | Email this | Comments

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Auto Blog

APRIL 22, 2024

Filed under: Buick , Tesla , Auto Repair , Driving , Maintenance , Ownership Continue reading The 10 car brands cheapest to maintain over 10 years The 10 car brands cheapest to maintain over 10 years originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 22 Apr 2024 12:40:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Auto Blog

JANUARY 11, 2024

Filed under: Auto Repair , Insurance , Ownership Continue reading Car insurance cost rose 20% in December, biggest jump in decades Car insurance cost rose 20% in December, biggest jump in decades originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 11 Jan 2024 17:13:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink | Email this | Comments

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Auto Blog

JUNE 8, 2024

Filed under: Ford , Car Dealers , Auto Repair , Convertible , Coupe , Performance Continue reading Ford Mustang donations highlight automotive education ecosystem Ford Mustang donations highlight automotive education ecosystem originally appeared on Autoblog on Sat, 8 Jun 2024 09:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Autocar

JULY 12, 2024

American magazine MotorTrend took delivery of a long-term test Ocean – which, if you will forgive me for talking shop for one more minute, reminded me of MG Rover’s 2005 demise. Autocar had an MG ZT on long-term test at the time, and ultimately it stayed around for… a while.

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AutoSuccessOnline

APRIL 15, 2025

These changes may reduce short-term turnover at dealerships. Ensure Priority Service: Minimize downtime with faster repairs and proactive maintenance. Lifecycle and TCO Changes Drive New Strategies Changing Lifecycle Management 30% of fleets plan to extend vehicle lifecycles. 40% will reassess purchases on a case-by-case basis.

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Autocar

JANUARY 16, 2025

It added that the DfT has insufficient knowledge of the condition of the local road networkand that its approach to funding their maintenance is too focused on short-term repairs. The Committee is right to highlight the inconsistency of councils inspecting and repairing the highway.

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Auto Blog

APRIL 22, 2024

Filed under: Land Rover , Mercedes-Benz , Porsche , Auto Repair , Driving , Maintenance , Ownership Continue reading The 10 car brands most expensive to maintain over 10 years The 10 car brands most expensive to maintain over 10 years originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 22 Apr 2024 12:40:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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AutoSuccessOnline

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

But theyre a short-term fix for a bigger issue self-reliance. Better Vehicles, Bigger Profits Leveraging VETTX, Dennis Dillion was able to achieve the following: Lower Repair Costs: 25% lower recon costs per car than the national average. Focus on Community: Building local relationships pays off in the long term.

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Auto Blog

JUNE 11, 2024

Filed under: Commerce , Auto Repair , Maintenance , Ownership , Safety , Parts and Accessories Continue reading Best windshield wipers in 2024 Best windshield wipers in 2024 originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 11 Jun 2024 11:45:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink | Email this | Comments

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Motor Trader

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

In terms of an ideal resolution, (29%) saw an outright rejection of the car (in exchange for an equivalent model at no cost) as a fair outcome while 26% were looking for a full refund for the price paid for the vehicle, and 18% were seeking a free-of-charge repair.

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CarExpert

MARCH 27, 2025

You will need to get to terms with it all, but seriously, its simpler than many other software-derived vehicles out there. This car makes do with a tyre repair kit. Thats similar to SUVs in the class below, but its not a deal-breaker for smart packers (or you could just get a roof storage pod). inch digital instrument cluster 12.8-inch

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Carscoops

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Mazda offers free repairs and extended warranties for models with faulty valve seals. Eligible models for repairs include certain 2021-2022 CX-30, CX-5, CX-9, Mazda3, and Mazda6. Under the terms of the settlement, the automaker will provide compensation to eligible owners and lessees of these affected vehicles.

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