US Aftermarket Sales Reach $297B In 2018, Exceeding Forecasted Growth By Nearly $1B
The Joint Channel Forecast Model produced by AASA and the Auto Care Association predicts sales will total $338 billion through 2022.
JD Power: New Vehicle Sales Slow, Discounts Rise, But Average Prices Break Records
May will be the fifth consecutive month in 2019 to experience a sales decline, with calendar year-to-date sales through May expected to be down 5.2% compared with the same period in 2018.
Six Factors For Successful Sales Training
There is no doubt that a well designed and effectively executed sales and customer service training program can dramatically improve your auto service business. Improved customer relations and retention, increased employee productivity, less discounting and more profitable sales are just a few key benefits of a successful training program.
How To Raise The Bar On Sales
How do you set the bar for high performance at your automotive business? This article covers six essential elements.
CAR Data: U.S. Light Vehicles Sales Expected To Take A Dip In 2019
CAR’s forecast includes a continuation of sales declines in 2020 and 2021 down to 16.5 million units in 2021. Sales are projected to rebound to 16.8 million units by 2022 and continue an upward trend through 2025.
Adding Car Key Sales Expands Profit Opportunities
The automotive key continues to evolve and is often “smart,” allowing the owner to enter the vehicle by just being in close proximity – without pressing any buttons. A modern car may even be able tell who is entering the vehicle and adjust the seat, mirrors and even your preferred radio channels.
EPA Considering Eliminating Refrigerant Sales Restrictions
Specifically, the proposed rule suggests reversing a 2016 rule that instituted air conditioning appliance maintenance and leak repair requirements to non-ozone depleting substances.
How To Raise The Bar On Sales
A set of core values is the foundation of a company’s culture. They establish standards for proper decision-making and help employees understand why certain rules are in place and what they need to contribute to make the company successful.
Auto Care Association Supports Supreme Court Decision Allowing States To Collect Online Sales Tax
The 5-4 decision means that online sellers will now be on a level playing field with brick and mortar retailers regarding charging sales tax, the Auto Care Association reports.
IHS Markit Forecast: Autonomous Vehicle Sales To Surpass 33M Annually In 2040
The forecast also projects that autonomous mobility will be enabled in more than 26 percent of new car sales by that date.
