Tagged: Automotive

Automotive Retail BDC and Internet Departments – CRM Alone is Not Enough

Automotive Retail BDC and Internet Departments – CRM Alone is Not Enough

Automotive Retail BDC and Internet Departments – CRM Alone is Not Enough CRM software is only one component of Information Technology. Information Technology (IT) should comprise all hardware and software data solutions; marketing and communication systems; and most importantly the design, testing, application and refinement of the methods of implementation. In other words, IT is not just software and hardware, it is the central philosophy and methodology underlying the coordinated application of technological assets in the search for efficient growth. IT Objectives: Maximize capitalization of internet prospects Maximize capitalization of global corporate data Minimize Internet and/or BDC departmental overhead Reduce...

Automotive – Tvr

Automotive – Tvr

Automotive – Tvr The TVR brand name and image is one of the most typically British of all time. The name and sight of the vehicles inspire thoughts of theatre, passion and excitement. For the past sixty years TVR have produced performance sports cars that have been amongst the worlds most revered and powerful. The cars produced are iconic and distinctive and have ensured TVR are at the forefront of car aficionados minds when the performance vehicles are discussed. The current model range from TVR includes three vehicles. The new Sagaris, the Tuscan S and the Tuscan S Convertible. All...

The Automotive Industry And 2008 – What Will The Future Hold?

The Automotive Industry And 2008 – What Will The Future Hold?

The Automotive Industry And 2008 – What Will The Future Hold? Rising fuel prices, unstable financial markets and taxation changes with the apparent aim of getting us to use our cars less often (or at least pay more to use them) have been just some of the issues that have affected the automotive industry in the past 12 months. This article looks at what 2008 may hold for the automotive industry and road users in general. The US economy and the resulting weakness of the dollar looks like it may well contribute to the price of crude oil continuing to...

We Owe A Debt Of  Gratitude To Early Luxury Automotive Products

We Owe A Debt Of Gratitude To Early Luxury Automotive Products

We Owe A Debt Of Gratitude To Early Luxury Automotive Products You may well have noticed gorgeous, massive cars in classic movies. What happened to these car makers? Were they innovators or just producers of boats or other monstrosities of little innovative value? Sort of like big tank S.U.V. trucks in these days of $ 3 a gallon gasoline. Indeed you may have spotted such cars as the Italian made Isotta Fraschine in classic movies such as the movie “Sunset Boulevard” which starred Gloria Swanson. These cars were not only the highest end luxury models of their days but they...

Using Automotive Touch-Up Paint

Using Automotive Touch-Up Paint

Using Automotive Touch-Up Paint Here’s news you may want to brush up on: Using touch-up paint on your car can be an inexpensive way to protect its value. Some scratches can remove all the paint down to the metal and the area can begin to rust, causing permanent damage. There are several choices for applying touch-up paint. Spray cans can be used for large areas and with patience and practice you can achieve excellent results. For smaller chips and scratches, you can brush the paint or use a paint pen. Often, a paint pen will be easier to apply to...

The Classic  Automotive Product The Ford Model A Motor Auto

The Classic Automotive Product The Ford Model A Motor Auto

The Classic Automotive Product The Ford Model A Motor Auto Creating a replacement for the phenomenally successful; Model T Ford will always be recognized as one of the toughest tasks in all the entire history of the automobile industry. Later successes in an established industry are always easier – the groundwork has been done. It is early on in the marketing cycle of a car , an industry or a sales territory is where the greatest efforts are usually required and the results success or failure are more dramatic. Mr. Henry Ford was confident and eccentric enough to want the...

Don’t Drive When You’re Drunk, Neither When You Don’t Have an Automotive Burglar Alarm System

Don’t Drive When You’re Drunk, Neither When You Don’t Have an Automotive Burglar Alarm System

Don’t Drive When You’re Drunk, Neither When You Don’t Have an Automotive Burglar Alarm System How does the importance of automotive burglar alarm system abreast with the cliché not to drive the car when drunk? Because being unsecured and being drunk can both cost life and money. When you purchase an automotive, you certainly can’t just drive it without your other electronic gadgets such as the stereo. This means that aside from the net cost of the car, you spend some more dollars to adorn it. Well, though you may but you don’t actually fear losing your car. The equipment...

Buying An Automotive Extended Service Contract

Buying An Automotive Extended Service Contract

Buying An Automotive Extended Service Contract Should You Buy An Automotive Extended Service Contract? The decision to purchase an extended service contract or mechanical break down policy as they are sometimes called is a decision that has many variables. Depending on the age of the vehicle, the usage, how long do you plan on keeping the vehicle for are just a few questions that need to be considered. If you look online, some of these so called guru’s who write scam pieces will tell you—Don’t Buy—it’s a scam. I whole heartily disagree with their opinions, I question if they have...

Shade Tree Automotive Diagnostics And Care – Part I – See No Evil

Shade Tree Automotive Diagnostics And Care – Part I – See No Evil

Shade Tree Automotive Diagnostics And Care – Part I – See No Evil Learning a little more about how to better care for your vehicles is a good idea for any number of reasons. It allows you to know if an unscrupulous mechanic is attempting to gouge you on your repairs – and that will save you money. It can prevent you from making unnecessary repairs – and that will save you money. It can help you locate a problem and fix it early, thus saving more money – sometimes a whole lot of money. It allows you to be...

Timing Belt Automotive Repair Tips

Timing Belt Automotive Repair Tips

Timing Belt Automotive Repair Tips One of the most overlooked parts of a vehicle, and one of the most common automotive repairs is the timing belt. Your car’s timing belt may look like an accessory, but the fact is that if it fails, your car will suddenly stop, and, if you’re lucky, you will find yourself stranded on the side of the road waiting for a tow truck. Timing belts are typically made of nylon reinforced rubber, with square teeth located on the inside surface. While you drive, the belt transfers the rotation of the crankshaft the camshaft, which in...