Tag: fixed ops
Tesla’s “Start” Program Begins Training the Next Generation of Service Techs
It’s not just how we think of driving that Tesla aims to change, but how we think of mechanics and education as well.
As the...
Servicing the Newest Automotive Technology Increases Profits for Automotive Service Centers
Previously, automotive service centers only had to worry about the basic functions of a vehicle, like engine work, tire changes, and routine maintenance. The...
How to Make Up For Lost Profits in Your Service Department...
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When electric vehicles become more popular and mainstream, dealers worry that their fixed-ops departments will be the ones to suffer. With simpler propulsion systems...
Lyft to be Integrated Into Cox Automotive’s Xtime Fixed-Ops Software Platform
Cox Automotive, Lyft to Bring New Ride-Hailing Option to Thousands of Dealership
ATLANTA, March 5, 2019 – Today, Cox Automotive announced plans to integrate Lyft’s ride-sharing...
How to Build a Successful Service BDC Model and Increase Sales...
With almost all car shopping done in the virtual space, dealers are seeing an increased value in their BDC. With this success, it looks...
Are You Prepared for the Approaching Service Technician Shortage?
The automotive industry is running toward a problematic shortage. According to information from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, by 2026, the automotive repair...
One-Line ROs
A few Fridays ago at the dealership I was visiting, we had a meeting and discussed some important metrics surrounding increasing sales. The topic...
NADA Sets Out to Develop Next Generation of Dealership and Diesel...
It’s a simple matter of math. Every year, approximately 76,000 service technician jobs open up in the auto industry as workers retire and new...
Consistent Repair Updates Make for a Better Customer Experience
Generally speaking, customers don’t like visiting an auto repair facility. At best it means taking time out of a busy day for routine maintenance,...
How Subscription Services Can Create More Predictable Revenue Streams for Your...
The buzz surrounding car subscription services in 2018 has continued full speed ahead into 2019. With more millennials looking for alternative vehicle ownership options,...
