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Look Before You Leap: Best Practices in Selecting a High-Quality Vehicle Service Contract Provider

March 30, 2012 by Alan Miller Leave a Comment

By Alan Miller

Automobile dealers are constantly being approached by vendors of various products and services who want to do business with their dealership—for all the right or wrong reasons. Vehicle service contracts are one of these products and services, and they vary in range of coverage, quality and cost.

Although cost is always a concern for dealerships, selecting a vehicle service provider solely based on cost often means you are sacrificing a high level of service for very little gain.

“There is a price advantage with low-quality vehicle service contracts and there are usually a lot of headaches that goes with it,” says Rick Taylor, owner and principal of Dealer Based Services, Inc., based in Michigan. “The low quality shows when the customer doesn’t receive coverage or the service department has a problem getting through to the claims department, or getting claims authorized.”

To avoid these long-term or ongoing problems, select a high-quality vehicle service contract provider that will serve as a long-term partner, not a vendor that will make you want to change on a regular basis.

“So often people assume all vehicle service contract products are the same with the same financial backing and same management experience, but that is just not true,” says Johnny Garlich, owner and principal of Heart Dealer Financial Services, Inc., based in Missouri. “As an agent we do not want somebody in the business for the short term, we want somebody who is going to be there during the good and bad times.”

Selecting a high-quality vehicle service contract provider can increase a dealership’s bottom line through the finance and insurance department and create a more efficient experience for the service department during the claims process for customers.

Follow these best practices in selecting the right vehicle service contract provider and you will enjoy the benefits of not only a competent vendor, but a valued business partner as well.

Your Dealership, Their Top Priority

Alan Miller

Alan Miller, SVP of Sales for
CNA National Warranty Corporation.

When considering vehicle service contract providers; focus on finding a company that will act as a true partner for your dealership’s best interests; not just a vendor.

“An easy fact to overlook is how much of F&I income goes directly to the bottom line,” says Lewis Mathews, Jr., owner and principal of Arkansas F&I, Inc. “Often at a dealership your net profit is the same as your F&I profit.”

A vendor who acts as a business partner views the relationship differently and incorporates your bottom line and customer service goals into the way they conduct business with you.

A Point of Reference

It may seem obvious, but checking references is an absolute necessity before entering a vendor relationship.

“When dealers review service contract vendors they should reach out to their service department managers and in addition to that, service managers should reach out to their peers and touch base because there is really nothing like a testimonial or referral from somebody who has used their product,” says Garlich.

Take a trip to their office, meet the staff and observe how they conduct business. Discover if the potential vendor-partner has any long-term relationships with recognized corporate brands and be sure to check the experience level of the senior leadership team.

Strength in Numbers

Financial strength of your provider is a must for a successful partnership—especially with the current economic climate. Research and track their financial history, specifically to ensure a high level of financial stability. This is especially important for products such as extended service contracts, which can obligate your dealership for up to seven or as many as 10 years.

“When you are choosing a financial partner you want one with a long track record of financial stability,” says Joel Kansanback, owner and principal of Automotive Development Group based in Minnesota. “I certainly will not choose a partner to sell for that would put my agency in jeopardy. The financial stability is important for me as an agent and the dealer, as well.”

Claim to Fame

The claims administration process is the one phase of your vehicle service contract provider’s operations that will affect you on a daily basis.

“The industry itself has many challenges in the claims administration area,” says Randy Crisorio, owner and principal of United Development Systems, Inc. based in Florida. “A high-quality service contract provider needs a seamless claims administration process without a lot of hassles.”

Once again obtaining a reference for the potential vehicle service contract provider is vital.

“Dealers should talk to other dealers who have used that vendor’s claim process, and with the service manager, as well,” says Garlich.

Make sure you know every step of the provider’s claim process, including options available for unusual claims. If the claims process is not completely amenable towards the customer; that may be your biggest sign that you are not dealing with a high-quality provider

Also, be sure to review the actual service contract language to look for hidden “hooks” or clauses that enable the provider to deny claims. Remember, the customer’s experience with the contract at the time of the claim will reflect directly on your dealership.

A System to Serve

Vehicle service contract providers will interact with different departments within your dealership—make sure they all are a top priority and there are no “favorites.” Some vendors are good with your F&I department but pay little attention to your service department, or vice versa.

“The service manager or director in a dealership should be involved in the review of proposed service contract programs,” says Crisorio. “Dealerships look for a lot more today than they did five, 10 or 15 years ago.”

The relationship must work for all key department managers in order to maintain the teamwork you have established within your organization.

Always ask yourself, “How will this vendor work with all of my departments involved with this vehicle service contract?”

Training Tools

Before you enter a relationship with your vehicle service contract provider, identify what training and support services they offer. Also inquire about their technological resources, if applicable. These variables have a direct impact with how easy it will be to conduct business with your vendor on a daily basis and how successful your dealership’s F&I department will be when offering the contracts to consumers.

“Having a team of professionals is really important,” says Garlich. “There has been an increased expectation of us to provide the recruiting, training and motivation to the F&I department. Years ago it was more product-oriented, but today it is more service-oriented.”

The Benefits of a True Partnership

Once you have experienced the relationship with your vehicle service contract provider for a couple of years, look back at how many forced conversations you had to have with them; and once a decision was made, was it an immediate solution to your problem, or did more changes have to occur? If you have selected the right provider, a decision should only have to be made once.

The needs of your dealership can change from year to year—does your provider have the flexibility to accommodate those needs?

“A service contract is just a piece of paper when you sell it,” says Taylor. “It becomes a service contract when they show up with the contract in their hand at the service department with a problem.”

While a short-term profit from an inexpensive service contract provider may help with your income today, following these best practices to select a high-quality service contract provider who is a true business partner will ensure the best for your tomorrow.

Filed Under: Ownership Experience Tagged With: Alan Miller, automobile dealers, CNA National, vehicle service contract

Chrysler Introduces Dodge Durango Special Service Vehicle

March 22, 2012 by admin 1 Comment

Durango model makes three police cruisers from Chrysler.

Auto Trends has been keeping a sharp eye on the police pursuit market lately as several important changes have been made.

Police Cruiser News

Earlier this month we reported on the fortunes of Carbon Motors, a would-be developer of police-spec sedans. That Indiana-based company had its U.S. Department of Energy loan application rejected, for reasons its CEO says were political. Carbon’s fortunes now rest in the hands of investors or perhaps a deep-pocketed suitor.

Last week we announced that the Ford Motor Company has brought not one, but two replacements to the market for its now-retired Ford Crown Victoria sedan. Ford also put out an invitation to this writer to test both vehicles at a special show ‘n tell in Queens, N.Y. this week, one that was accepted and reported on yesterday.

Dodge Durango Special Service SUV

This week, Dodge announced that a Special Service Dodge Durango designed for police, fire and general fleet customers can now be ordered with deliveries expected to begin in the second quarter of 2012. That vehicle joins the Dodge Charger Pursuit and the Ram Special Service Vehicle. Each of these vehicles is offered through Chrysler’s fleet operations department.

“We’re incredibly excited to add the Dodge Durango Special Service to our line-up of law enforcement vehicles,” said Peter Grady, Vice President of Network Development and Fleet Operations. “Adding Durango to our current Dodge Charger Pursuit and Ram 1500 Special Service vehicles allows us to offer a full range of fleet sedan, SUV, and truck options to law enforcement and government agencies.”

Dodge Durango Specifications

The standard engine with the Dodge Durango Special Service edition is Chrysler’s 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine. That engine is paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission and makes 290 horsepower. Optionally, a 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 engine is available and is also paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission. The more potent Durango makes 360 horsepower and 390 foot-pounds of torque. These vehicles are available in rear- or all-wheel-drive.

Dodge is emphasizing a few important points about its police-spec Dodge Durango including its 550-mile plus driving range with the V-6 engine and stand out power with its V-8. These models come equipped with a 220-amp alternator, a larger battery and a heavy duty water pump and engine oil cooler. This special service edition model is also covered by Chrysler’s 5-year or 100,000-mile powertrain warranty. The Dodge Durango is an Insurance Institute for Highway Safety “top safety pick” as it scored the highest in crash tests involving frontal offset, side impact, rollover and rear collision accidents.

Model Modifications

Dodge says that its special service Durango offers a fully customizable rear cargo compartment equipped with under-floor storage compartments and side storage compartments. An interior dome lamp and headliner, spot lamp wiring prep and the removal of the standard third row seats for more cargo capacity. The separate air conditioning and heating controls found in the second row with general spec models will stay in place. Safety features such as traction control, stability control, electronic roll mitigation, hill start assist and trailer sway control are also included.

The Dodge Durango Special Services edition is being built at Chrysler’s Jefferson North Assembly plant in Detroit.


See Also — Australian Built Chevy Caprice Cop Car Rolls Out

Filed Under: Automotive News Tagged With: CHRYSLER, cop car, DODGE, DODGE DURANGO, POLICE PURSUIT VEHICLE, special service SUV

Tested: Ford Police Interceptor Sedan and Utility

March 21, 2012 by admin Leave a Comment

A day of test driving in Queens, NY.

Ford Police Interceptor

The next time you’re pulled over for reckless driving, make sure
that you tell the officer you admire his new ride.

 

Last week, Auto Trends reported that Ford’s two new police pursuit vehicles were ready for duty. These vehicles — the Police Interceptor sedan and Police Interceptor utility — are based on the full-size Taurus sedan and the Explorer crossover SUV respectively. However, unlike its previous police pursuit offering, the Crown Victoria, both vehicles have been specially designed with law enforcement personnel in mind. Indeed, what we have here are a pair of vehicles outfitted strictly for those who have been called to “protect and serve,” two very capable models that cannot be purchased by the general public and are now showing up in police fleets across the United States and Canada.

Following our earlier article about Ford’s Crown Victoria replacements, Ford put out the invitation to drive its new cruisers. Yours truly made a one-day trip to New York at Ford’s expense, to test drive each of the new vehicles as well as the Crown Vic in the parking lot in front of Citi Field, the new home of the New York Mets. Three sections of this lot were transformed into a track course with cones and other markers strategically placed. After putting each of these vehicles through the paces I can confirm to you that the Crown Victoria replacements can handle pursuit duty and do so by offering more power, a safer and improved cabin environment within a modern design.

(See Also — New Safety Tech Accompanies 2018 Chevrolet Tahoe Pursuit Vehicle)

Leaving on a Jet Plane

My whirlwind trip started at 7:15 a.m. when I left for the airport. Exactly 12 hours later I crossed my home’s threshold, enduring extensive travel delays up and back as LaGuardia was socked in by fog and Raleigh was surrounded by thunderstorms. Our plane endured a one-hour tarmac delay before being cleared for take off. I arrived in New York more than two hours late, but was promptly picked up by a moonlighting member of New York’s bravest, a six-year veteran of the city’s fire department. On the second-floor of CitiField in a conference room, Ford officials were in the middle of a meeting with about two dozen media types from Fox News, AAA New York, Road and Track magazine and other outlets including Alex Kalogiannis of AutoKinesis. Ford engineers were on hand to answer questions before we were taken outside for our first meet up with the two Police Interceptors.

Police Pursuit Market

  • Up to 55,000 vehicles sold annually
  • Recent demand has dropped to 35,000 vehicles
  • Ford, Chevrolet and Dodge Ram compete
  • Chevrolet offers Impala, Caprice sedans & Tahoe utility
  • Dodge offers Charger sedan, Ram truck, Durango utility
  • In 2011, Crown Vic accounted for 70% of the market
  • Ford now has a V-6 only fleet
  • Ford offers all-wheel-drive standard
  • Fastest sedan belongs to Ford
  • Fastest utility belongs to Dodge
  • Ram 1500 is lone police-rated pickup truck

That meeting offered several highlights about these vehicles that fleet buyers will want to know. Firstly, both models share a common platform, enabling tires to be transferred from one vehicle to the other with ease. The advantage here is clear — departments can order both vehicles and will find that maintenance is virtually the same. Ford expects that demand will be about 60 percent for the sedan and 40 percent for the utility, but is prepared to serve a 50-50 split as its early orders are trending.

Secondly, all-wheel-drive is standard. Although front-wheel-drive is available, Ford expects very few orders for these models. And for good reason too — vehicle control is superior with the Police Interceptors, a fact that quickly became evident on the track. Some departments may still want front-wheel-drive, but I must tell you that after driving the all-wheel-drive models, they’ll definitely want to reconsider.

So Long, Body-on-Frame

Ford’s police pursuit vehicles are a clean departure from the Crown Victoria. Whereas the Crown Vic was rear-wheel-drive, V-8 powered and featured a body on frame design, the new vehicles are all-wheel drive, powered by a family of V-6 engines paired with six-speed police-duty automatic transmissions and featuring a unibody design. When Ford set out to build its next-generation cruisers, its police advisory board was looking for a vehicle closer in specification to the Crown Victoria. However, Ford thought that interest in a new breed of vehicles would change that mindset, and offered up several mules of the new cruiser for testing. Those test models won the heart of its police advisory board leading to the production of the new models.

All three tracks at Citi Field were clearly outlined with cones and other markers, enabling drivers to tackle each one with confidence. An initial ride and drive with an instructor was followed by two loops by each media driver, with the Crown Victoria tested first followed by the Police Interceptor utility. An initial hard acceleration was followed by a series of twists and turns, with several places to brake or ease up on the accelerator. The differences between old and new quickly became apparent as the police-tuned suspension minimized body roll, stability control helped to keep the interceptors planted and the police-spec brakes brought these cruisers to a sure stop. The Crown Vic performed well, but was outclassed by the utility and even more so by the sedan.

The second track was a repeat of the first, with the new sedan going head to head with the old sedan. The Crown Vic fishtailed slightly as we navigated the sharpest turns, the Police Interceptor stayed centered as the engine intervened to cut power. The most significant differences, however, were seen on the third track, a slalom, as the Crown Victoria labored to handle that course while the Police Interceptor sedan sailed right through it. Indeed, with the Crown Victoria, I nailed one cone with the left rear wheel, while the replacement sedan stayed on course.

Take Aways

Body dimensions and styles aside, there are several important points about each new police pursuit vehicle that law enforcement departments will recognize. Get behind the wheel of either new cruiser and the seats offer improved support with better bolstering, 6-way power adjusting and lumbar support. The Crown Vic’s seats are okay, but would likely wear on any police officer who must sit behind the wheel for a full shift. Utility belt cutouts with the new seats help too.

Other notables include adjustable pedals, a quick shifting transmission shifter, a simplified door panel, Ford Sync and a host of safety features including blind spot warning. Departments can also choose up to 17 colors, upgrade the interior and select any number of special packages. Choose the utility and Ford places a permanent divider behind the rear seat to create a secured and larger storage area. Special safety lighting is embedded with the headlamps, along the vehicles sides and in the rear. The utility model features red and blue lights on the inside of the liftgate for when the vehicle has been stopped and that door has been opened in place.

Clearly, the current crop of models on the market offer an improved selection for police departments everywhere. Carbon Motors may have a market-ready model available in two or three years, but the competition from the Big Three will be a fierce one with Ford proving that it intends to defend its presence by offering two police pursuit models that beat its previous industry leader.


Further Reading

On the Way: 2016 Ford Taurus

Blue Light Special: Ford F-150 Police Responder

Photo courtesy of the Ford Motor Company.

Filed Under: New Car Reviews Tagged With: Citi Field, Ford Explorer, Ford Police Interceptor Sedan, Ford Police Interceptor Utility, Ford Taurus, NEW YORK, police vehicles, Queens

What Tax Breaks Are Available For Fuel Efficient Vehicles?

March 19, 2012 by admin 4 Comments

If you are in the market for a new car, you may be wondering what sort of tax breaks are available for buyers of fuel efficient cars. Not just any car, mind you, but those that come with an electric motor, have lower levels of emissions and get excellent mileage. You recognize that the prices of electrified vehicles are much higher than comparable gas-powered vehicles, twice as high in some cases, and you want to know if there is some relief available for buyers.

Well, the good news is that there is relief. Your help comes in the form of federal tax breaks or credits and, in some cases, credits or other forms of assistance on the state level. Depending on your state, that is.

Federal Tax Breaks

Realizing that the rules and parameters of receiving assistance are subject to change, the following information is current as of May 2013. We’ll update this information from time to time, but having an inquisitive nature can help you find if there are tax breaks we might have missed or have been changed for you in particular. The following are some of the tax breaks that are available from the federal government:

2012 Toyota Camry HybridHybrids — At present, hybrid models such as the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid, the Toyota Prius and the Ford Fusion Hybrid are no longer eligible for a tax credit. However, if you purchased such a vehicle by the end of December 31, 2010, and you did not seek a tax credit for up to $3,400 on your tax return, then you may be able to amend your return to receive that credit. You have three years to amend your tax return, therefore if your purchase was in 2009 or earlier, then it is too late to amend it.

PHEVs — Plug-in hybrid electric vehicles or PHEVs are among the newest EV models to be introduced to the market. Thus, buyers of these models can qualify for a federal income tax credit of up to $7,500. The Chevrolet Volt, introduced in December 2010, is the first PHEV and has since been followed by a PHEV Toyota Prius, Ford Fusion Energi and the Ford C-MAX Energi.

Mitsubishi i-MiEV
North American i-MiEV.

EVs — Pure electric vehicles or EVs run solely on electricity. There is no gas engine and no pollutants are emitted. That same tax credit of up to $7,500 applies here and covers a number of vehicles. The first vehicle to qualify was the Tesla Roadster, which is already out of production and will soon be replaced by a different model. Vehicles that you can purchase today include the Nissan Leaf, the CODA Sedan, the Fisker Karma, Mitsubishi’s i-MiEV, Chevy’s Spark EV and the Ford Transit Connect EV. Other models, such as a battery-electric version of the Ford Focus, are also available with more models coming to the market.

CNGs — With all of the natural gas available in the United States, you would think that several compressed natural gas or CNG vehicles would be built and tax credits given. Unfortunately, neither case currently applies. Only one production model, a CNG Honda Civic, is available today. A tax credit of $4,000 was available, but it has not been renewed. There is federal legislation being considered to offer a tax credit for these vehicles as well as to increase the tax credits elsewhere, but that has not happened yet.

Chevrolet Cruze DieselDiesels — One of the easiest types of fuel efficient vehicles you can obtain are diesels. Each of the German manufacturers sell diesels including Mercedes-Benz, Audi, Volkswagen and BMW. Even Ford, General Motors and Chrysler offer diesel engines for heavy duty pickup trucks. For 2013, we’ll see a diesel option with the Chevrolet Cruze. Alas, just like regular hybrids, the $3,400 federal tax credit has expired. Go ahead and consider a diesel, but don’t look for federal assistance as you make your purchase.

State Tax Breaks

Tax breaks or incentives on the state level are available, but you must be a resident of that state to qualify. Some states, such as California, have multiple programs available including a $2,500 tax rebate for purchasers of select PHEV and zero emissions vehicles. Golden State residents who are served by the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power may also qualify for rebates of up to $2,000 if they install a Level 2 EVSE charger with a separate time-of-use meter at their home. Other breaks include the use of High Occupancy Vehicle lanes and purchase vouchers for fleet buyers.

In Colorado a $6,000 tax credit is available for new purchases and rises to $7,500 for PHEV conversions. Georgia residents can claim a tax credit for 10 percent of the vehicle’s price up to a maximum of $2,500. Other states offer tax credits, tax rebates or special incentives such as a waiver of sales taxes, property tax breaks or a reduction or elimination of certain fees. Check with your state’s DMV for applicable incentives.

References

FuelEconomy.gov: Fuel Efficient Vehicle Tax Incentive Information Center

U.S. Department of Energy: State Incentives and Laws

See Also — Income Tax Breaks and Your Hybrid Car

Filed Under: Special Tagged With: ELECTRIC VEHICLES, HYBRID VEHICLES, PHEV, tax breaks, TAX INCENTIVES, TAX REBATES

Mercedes-Benz Goes on the Attack With Its A-Class

March 7, 2012 by admin 2 Comments

Mercedes-Benz builds cars of every size and covering nearly every class of vehicle. In the United States, the smallest model we see is the C-Class, the entry point by which most up and coming buyers enter the luxury segment. In Europe, Mercedes-Benz is also very much active in the smallest segments, selling A-Class and B-Class models, representing subcompact and compact vehicles that are not sold in North America. The thinking for many years is that American drivers would resist such vehicles, models that would ultimately diminish the M-B name.

U.S. Bound in 2014

Mercedes has resisted sending its smallest models across the Atlantic Ocean, but that will soon change when both its A-Class and its B-Class lines are shipped stateside. At the 2012 Geneva International Motor Show in Switzerland this month, Mercedes took the veil off of its next generation A-Class, giving the world a look at a vehicle that will ultimately find its way to the American highway.

Mercedes-Benz A-Class

The face of the subcompact Mercedes-Benz A-Class.

 

Dr. Dieter Zetsche, Chairman of the Board of Management of Daimler AG and Head of Mercedes-Benz Cars, said the following as the A-Class was introduced, “A is for Attack: the A-Class is a clear statement of the new dynamism of the Mercedes-Benz brand. It is completely new, down to the last detail. In automotive development, it’s not often you get the chance to start with a clean sheet of paper. Our engineers and designers have made the very most of that opportunity.”

Clean Start, Mercedes Face

That clean start is needed if the A-Class is to succeed in the U.S. Featuring a distinct Mercedes face helps to advance this vehicle’s design language, but as Rick Kranz of Automotive News noted, it is the size of Ford Fiesta. That makes for a small luxury car and no matter how you slice it, a different ride than what you’ll find in the typical M-B product. Mercedes won’t be introducing its 5-door hatchback to the U.S. market until 2014 and has pegged sales at about 15,000 units per year.

In Europe, the next generation A-Class will be sold as three- and five-door hatchbacks, as a wagon and will also include a crossover-like model. Only the 5-door hatchback is planned for the U.S. although one can see room for the crossover model down the line.

Safety and Power

Notably, M-B has been pushing safety with this model. Its “democratization of safety” mantra means that its smallest cars comes equipped with the same features found in its largest and most expensive models. These features include attention assist, brake hold, hill-start assist, adaptive highbeam assist, blind spot assist and lane keep assist, speed limit assist, active parking assist and a reversing camera. M-B is all about assisting drivers in a variety of road conditions…right?!

Under the hood, 1.6-liter and 2.0-liter gasoline engines are offered and are paired with a six-speed manual transmission or the optional 7G-DCT dual-clutch automatic transmission. Several diesel engines including a 2.2-liter turbodiesel will also be offered. It remains to be seen what engine choices will make it stateside.

Sporty and Detailed Interior

As the photos reveal, the interior of the A-Class is refined and beats out any subcompact model that is now available in the U.S. M-B defines that interior as “pure sportiness, newly interpreted,” which means that this model makes good use of limited space to offer a special look. Or at least that is what M-B contends. Specifically, the automaker describes the car’s air vents as “sparkling jewels” to illustrate the cabin’s quality level. Notably, the trim elements have been outfitted with an electroplated finish, resulting in what M-B says are “real metal surfaces with “cool touch” effect.” As the photos of the instrument panel show, much attention was given to make this part of the cabin stand out.

Given that this model is about two years away from shipping to North America, there is not much we can say about how the A-Class will be outfitted when it arrives in Mercedes showrooms. That will give M-B heads plenty of time to gauge customer reaction perhaps by showcasing a U.S.-spec model as early as next month at the New York International Auto Show or maybe this November at the Los Angeles Auto Show. In any case, M-B has a new A-Class for the European market with plenty of time to ready this car for the North American market.


See Also — Vehicle Segmentation…What Does It Mean?

Photos courtesy of Mercedes-Benz USA

Filed Under: Automotive News Tagged With: A-CLASS, AUTO SHOW, GENEVA, hatchback, Mercedes-Benz, Subcompact Cars

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  • Refreshed 2021 Chevrolet Colorado Breaks Cover
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  • By the Numbers: 2020 Honda Accord
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