Yes, it could. When you own a business, there are a few things that you can skimp on- the cheap coffee for the waiting room, the discount receptionist desk, and even the low-quality paper that you use in your copier. One thing you should never be stingy with is training. It is important that your ...
The sales team of a dealership is the primary connection between the customer and the location. This means that the sales team needs to be educated on all that is being offered and all that needs to be disclosed to the customer. Mandatory automotive F&I training can take care of this in its ...
The automotive industry is facing a dramatic demographic change. Millennials, those buyers who are 20 to 35 years of age, are predicted to become the largest, most important group of auto buyers within the next decade. Millennials have more information-gathering tools and better research skills ...
The F&I Department is one of the key sources of profits for many successful dealerships. Implementing F&I training and focus throughout your entire dealership can dramatically change the way your dealership functions. Ward's Auto provides some great insight into how instilling F&I into ...
Although the business of auto dealers is selling cars, the worst kept secret is that F&I products provide the best margin in the industry. Dealers that maximize these products do much better financially. However, they have to be sure to meet all of the compliance standards or it could come back ...
Dealing with the F&I office can sometimes be a bit of a trial. Efficiency issues run high, and this often leads to unsatisfied customers. When it comes down to it, efficiency and compliance still trump shorter visits to the F&I office. Fortunately those of us at Vanguard Dealer Services ...
In any sales environment, customer satisfaction is critical, and your dealership is no exception. All dealerships strive to win corporate recognition, earn referrals, and keep their customers returning for more purchases. One of the key aspects of the auto shopping experience is the time spent in ...
The car buying industry is nothing like it was ten years ago. Mobile phones, and the Internet have completely changed the market. The market is now designed for the quickest and most efficient selling tactic.
We've got a handy way for managing automotive finance and insurance training and we'd love to share it with you. It's really a matter of getting back to the basics. Even successful and experienced finance and insurance staff need to keep up-to-date on training lest they become complacent or, even ...
You may think running a dealership is only about selling cars, however, there are many factors that go into making a dealership successful. For example, when a salesperson does notfully understand F&I processes and regulations related to that area of sales, they may misspeak and make promises ...