Japanese manufacturers are the most reliable brands when it comes to passing the MoT test, according to new Vehicle Operator and Services Agency (VOSA) data, analysed by TootCompare.
Arnold Clark, AM Tyre Retailer of the Year 2012 and 2013, has signed up to TyreSafe, to help raise awareness of tyre safety with its customers in Scotland and northern England.
Motor Codes has partnered with Motoring.co.uk to provide a main dealer search and review function through its aftersales information pages.
A real-time comparison site for car servicing and MoTs has been launched, offering dealers the chance to promote their deals and drive incremental aftersales revenue.
Cambridge-based dealerships owned by Vindis Group are offering electric bikes as onward mobility options for customers.
More than 30% of motorists with vehicles aged 0-4 years take their cars to independents for oil changes and top-ups. Dealers have to learn to sell their message of quality over cost and to take the battle for customers online
Fast-fit chain Kwik-Fit plans to take on franchised dealers directly with a new 'slow-fit' car repair service.
According to Motoring (.co.uk), many consumers find it difficult to access the aftersales areas of dealer websites.
Arnold Clark is launching a new ‘Buy a Tyre, Win a Car’ promotion across its 130+ UK service centres during September, October and November.
Car brand Seat has added tyre replacement services to the online functions of its website.
Stuart James, Independent Garage Association director believes franchised dealers are offering discounted MoTs as a “loss leader” for higher priced repair costs.
Automotive service plan provider Emac has acquired the service plan business of Derby-based RDS Global.
Saab’s remaining dealer network of authorised repairers is offering free MoTs to Saab owners that register to the Saab Service Club and book their next service.
The average number of retail services carried out per car has fallen by 27% in the last decade down to 0.93, in comparison to 1.28 servicing visits per car in 2002.
A third of motorists have driven a car knowing it has no MoT, according to a survey by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).
The average franchised dealer could be missing out on £79,124 worth of service and parts sales each year due to 57% of identified work being unconverted and unsold.
To mark two years of partnership with eBay, BMW is extending its presence on the online auction site to promote its fixed priced servicing.
New research by the Motoring (.co.uk) website shows a 5% increase over the last six months in the number of motorists planning to use a franchised dealer for their next service.
Loyalty and customer retention will drive Hyundai's future growth in Europe, says senior vice-president and COO Allan Rushforth.
A new recycling initiative is allowing tyre retailers who meet a strict set of guidelines and adhere to industry best practice will be able to display a ‘Responsible Retailer’ badge.
