Cars That Think

JULY 21, 2021

On 12 August 1981, at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel in midtown Manhattan, IBM unveiled the company's entrant into the nascent personal computer market: the IBM PC. The personal computer vastly expanded the number of people and organizations that used computers. With that, the preeminent U.S. Press coverage of the announcement was lukewarm.

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Teslarati

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Stellantis responded to the US National Dealer Council’s (NDC) letter and addressed their concerns about the future of US brands under the company. “W W e take absolute exception to the letter sent by the president of the Stellantis National Dealer Council [in the United States], Kevin Farrish.

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CleanTechnica EVs

DECEMBER 22, 2021

Note, however, that we never connected with this person directly and they ended up deleting their initial Reddit post sharing the story. Last month, I shared the story of how a potential Ford customer had a problem with a Ford dealership and later said they were told to buy a Tesla. However, someone who read […].

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The Truth About Cars

MAY 1, 2024

& We're rolling out Ford University to Ford dealers across the United States starting May 1, with plans to expand further. .& & We're rolling out Ford University to Ford dealers across the United States starting May 1, with plans to expand further.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 26, 2020

The new C+pod is a two-seater BEV designed as a mobility option that improves per-person energy efficiency. Toyota plans to further promote the establishment of systems for popularizing BEVs, including development of new business models, and to conduct a full-scale launch including to individual customers by 2022.

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The Truth About Cars

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

dealer network is none too pleased with the manufacturer and looks to be blaming CEO Carlos Tavares. The National Dealer Council has sent an open letter to the executive and it doesn’t pull any punches. Dealers want more investments to go toward clearing out older inventories and developing new models that would help boost sales.

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The Truth About Cars

JANUARY 27, 2025

However, this isnt helping customers with damaged engines in the interim and reports are now circulating that dealers are hoarding motors. Dealers should place engine orders CSO (Customer Special Order) and upgrade to [Special Parts Acquisition Code] with a [Vehicle Identification Number], explained the dealer memo shared by The Drive.

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Teslarati

JANUARY 27, 2025

About 61% of current EV owners and 56% of those who were planning to buy an electric car noted that they were open to purchasing an EV from Chinese manufacturers instead, as noted in a Car Dealer Magazine report. ” “Our research highlights just how fiercely competitive and fast-moving the EV market has become.

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The Truth About Cars

APRIL 22, 2024

Dealers are often the first group to sound concerns when something changes in the auto industry, whether they’re justified in their complaints or not. The group placed an ad in the April 15 issue of Automotive News and has collected support from all 50 state and 21 metro-area dealer associations.

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Teslarati

JUNE 16, 2024

Following the departure of four high-profile executives at Stellantis North America, some dealers are growing concerned about the company’s direction. Retail Sales program, while Richard Schwarzwald resigned as the Chief Customer Experience Officer, citing “personal reasons.” ” What are your thoughts?

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The Truth About Cars

AUGUST 28, 2023

Automakers never talk about future products with the media, but dealers often get previews of upcoming models and lineup changes. A dealer told Automotive News that Nissan plans to swap the current model’s standard V8 for a twin-turbocharged V6 engine making 424 horsepower paired with a nine-speed automatic transmission. .&

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 29, 2019

In addition, Porsche US dealers will install their own fast-charge kiosks. Electrify America highway and metro stations, and many Porsche dealers, will offer DC fast charging at rates up to 350 kilowatts. And Porsche home charging technology will turn the customer’s garage into the equivalent of a personal gas station.

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Teslarati

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Bryan Avila, are set to prohibit automakers from selling vehicles direct to consumer, preventing automakers from reserving vehicles for customers, and restricting automakers from incentivizing or forcing dealers to sell certain types of vehicles, including EVs.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 4, 2020

Hyundai’s current policy allows for electronic signature authorization and digital communication (text messages, email, and social media posts) between the dealer and customer as a form of repair approval.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 15, 2020

Kia will also launch a dealer mobility service in Italy and Russia later this year. This is a new service enabling dealers to rent out their vehicles for any period, from a single day up to a full year. It currently operates 500 Niro PHEVs and is one of the leading car-sharing providers in Spain.

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Electrek

AUGUST 17, 2021

Albuquerque, New Mexico, launches an Electrified Dealer Program to help car dealers sell EVs. UnderstandSolar is a free service that links you to top-rated solar installers in your region for personalized solar estimates. In today’s Electrek Green Energy Brief (EGEB): The Linden Hawk Rise 4.5

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Green Car Congress

MAY 4, 2023

According to global technology intelligence firm ABI Research, performing these legally required software updates in-person costs OEMs half a billion dollars annually. By 2028, automakers in the United States will use Over-the-Air (OTA) update capabilities to save US$1.5 billion by remotely implementing fixes to product recalls.

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InsideEVs

APRIL 4, 2024

Some dealer had a lone BMW i3 stashed away long enough for some lucky person to nab it up.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 2, 2019

Another surprise in this class is a Sport Mode, which changes the car’s personality with enhanced acceleration response. Both the LE and XLE grades are equipped with navigation hardware; the customer simply needs to buy the accessory SD card through a Toyota dealer to activate navigation capability.

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EV Central

MARCH 2, 2025

In 2025, it is focussed on developing its debut G6 medium SUV range and growing its dealer network. I see the P7+ and the Mona and that sedan shape and I love it personally, said Clarke. 2025 Mona M03 interior. The G6 has already attracted strong interest as a Tesla Model Y fighter with high-tech, strong equipment and lower prices.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 2, 2016

Maven, General Motors’ personal mobility brand, and Uber Technologies, Inc., There are no additional fees if a driver utilizes the vehicle for personal use. The comprehensive Chevrolet dealer network will provide support for servicing needs. Maven recently expanded its Maven City car sharing to Los Angeles.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 23, 2023

The 2024 EV9 is expected to hit the market in Q4 of 2023 and leading up to its anticipated release, an advance reservation program will grant customers the ability to reserve an EV9 at participating dealers. Details will be announced at a later date. second 0-60 mph time in certain trim levels.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 18, 2022

online contact with the provider during the purchasing process—are equally important as personal contact with the dealer (GER: 55%; US: 52%, CN: 76%). However, a designated personal contact can increase the willingness to finalize a contract online.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 12, 2019

With increasing sophistication of onboard electronics systems and external connectivity through navigation, infotainment, digital communications and dealer maintenance networks, modern cars provide a feature base and functionality mix that would have been impossible even a few years ago.

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The Truth About Cars

MARCH 3, 2025

There are certain milestone vehicles I have worked at checking off a personal list as I roam the junkyards of the land. Three years later, American Chevrolet dealers began selling the Suzuki Cultus with Sprint badges , the AE82 Toyota Corolla Sprinter with Nova badges and the Isuzu I-Mark with Spectrum badges. Why not the Corolla?

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The Truth About Cars

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Oh, and there was a multi-day stay at the dealer for an important recall. Tires are one of those subjective topics where theres always another person in the room with a contrasting opinion, and its difficult to draw clear conclusions. Just a couple of weeks after that article, the most important issue (tires) was fixed.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 1, 2018

Mason, the US’ second-largest privately owned office products dealer, has taken delivery of Workhorse E-GEN electric, range-extended step vans. Mason’s commitment to personalized, pinpoint delivery which aims to enhance its longstanding customer intimate delivery model by providing cost effective and environmentally sound delivery services.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 9, 2012

Ford has tripled to more than 200 the number of dealers certified to sell its lineup of plug-in electrified vehicles, including the C-MAX Energi that is on sale now. Ford began production of the 2013 C-MAX Energi plug-in hybrid vehicle ( earlier post ) at Michigan Assembly in October, and the vehicles are heading for showrooms.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 13, 2020

Both multi-purpose vehicles (MPVs) are available at Buick dealers across China. It incorporates an enhanced voice command system, a navigation system for a more intuitive human-machine interaction, and a new personalized display system that supports mini-programs and will support an expanded ecosystem in the future. connectivity.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 25, 2020

Dealers will maintain their service contacts with vehicle handover and other personalized customer service. Under the new sales model, customers can check vehicle information, engage in purchase consultation and place an order directly with Buick through the iBuick app.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 5, 2014

Up to 100% abatement of Personal Property Tax until 30 June 2024. Clarification that manufacturers that exclusively produce electric passenger vehicles and have not engaged in a franchise with a dealer in the State may engage in retail sales of those vehicles. Abatements: Up to 100% abatement of Sales Tax until 30 June 2034.

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The Truth About Cars

APRIL 17, 2023

Charles owner Fred Vargason was forced to pay more than $13,000 out of his personal accounts toward his employees' retirement funds. Today's shady dealership story comes to us from the Chicago suburb of St. This is where Nissan of St.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 29, 2019

The MINI Cooper SE comes standard with a two-mode regenerative braking system to help maximize the recharging of the battery while meeting personal driving style preferences. The new MINI Cooper SE will go on sale early March 2020 at MINI dealers across the US. seconds and achieve a top speed of 93 mph.

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Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 9, 2022

If your perfect used automobile is available in a smaller dealership, but they are unable to provide you with an attractive finance alternative, a personal loan may be another option to update or improve what you’re driving. Dealer Finance for Used Cars. Personal Loans.

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CleanTechnica EVs

APRIL 22, 2022

There’s an old saying: “When someone with experience comes across someone with money, the person with experience takes the money and the person who had the money gains experience.” ” Nobody has fun buying a car at a dealer.

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Plug in America

OCTOBER 11, 2023

1, 2024, the New Clean Vehicle Tax Credit (30D) and Used Clean Vehicle Tax Credit (25E) will be available at the time of sale from your local dealer because the tax credit can be transferred to the dealer. You can still get the full amount of the tax credit if you transfer your tax credit to the dealer. Beginning Jan.

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The Truth About Cars

AUGUST 18, 2023

On this Friday afternoon, we find ourselves adding yet another post to our ‘Dealers Behaving Badly’ tag. This time, some former employees at a Nissan dealer in North Carolina are on the hook for more than 400 charges. The title ‘all-new’ pops up in all caps throughout the dealer comms as well.

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