We take a look at how the automotive repair market should consider applying lessons from digital retailers to enhance the service they provide to motorists.
Topics: customer experience, millenials, online, digital, Aftersales, automotive, customer relationships, customer journey, service, digitisation, retail
EVs gain ground but how are aftersales departments preparing?
Sales of EVs and other alternatively powered vehicles grew by more than a fifth in 2018, according to latest figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).
Topics: technology, dealerships, Aftersales, buying, customer journey, convenience, petrol
UK dealer groups feature strongly in top listings for Europe
UK dealers figure highly in the top European listings for non-manufacturer owned groups, according to automotive research and consultancy the ICDP.
Topics: dealerships, dealer software, buying, car buying, sales, customer journey, convenience
Lack of dealer follow-ups out of sync with consumer requirements
Whilst car drivers are committed to fixing their cars to ensure they are in the best condition for the road, dealers need to up their game to deliver higher levels of customer care and boost aftersales business.
Topics: dealerships, Aftersales, buying, dealer, customer loyalty, customer journey, convenience
Dealerships: Make your buying experience as good as Amazon
The buyer’s journey and experience has changed thanks to the digital revolution. Customers are spoilt for choice and let’s be honest, they can have the majority of things with a click of a button. It’s all about convenience. So, to keep the customer happy you need to make the searching and purchasing as simple and straightforward as possible. Amazon have nailed this.
Topics: dealerships, dealer software, buying, car buying, sales, customer journey, convenience