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The Shift is Here: Used EVs Are Moving Faster Than ICE, Is Your Aftersales Ready?

With used EVs now outselling petrol and diesel cars in speed of turnover, franchised dealerships must pivot their aftersales strategy to retain a new generation of electric vehicle owners. source https://ae2.io/news/the-shift-is-here-used-evs-are-moving-faster-than-ice-is-your-aftersales-ready-mqm0d7cw

Efficiency at Scale: What JLR’s £1.7bn Savings Plan Means for the Future of Franchised Dealerships

As JLR accelerates its powertrain strategy and targets massive cost reductions, we explore how franchised dealerships can use AI to mirror this efficiency within their own service departments. source https://ae2.io/news/efficiency-at-scale-what-jlr-s-1-7bn-savings-plan-means-for-the-future-of-franch-mqkkxaor

Beyond Physical Security: Why Dealership Resilience Demands Digital Innovation

Following a high-profile break-in at an Evans Halshaw site, we explore why protecting a dealership's reputation and operational flow requires more than just physical shutters. source https://ae2.io/news/beyond-physical-security-why-dealership-resilience-demands-digital-innovation-mqj5hlyk

Scaling for Success: Why Physical Expansion Needs Digital Support in Modern Franchised Dealerships

As Lookers expands its footprint with a new Kia site in Gateshead, we explore why strategic physical growth must be matched by AI-driven aftersales efficiency to ensure long-term profitability. source https://ae2.io/news/scaling-for-success-why-physical-expansion-needs-digital-support-in-modern-franc-mqhq1orm

Navigating the Influx of New Brands: How UK Franchised Dealerships Can Win the Performance Race

As Chinese car brands gain a significant foothold in the UK market, franchised dealerships must leverage AI-driven aftersales technology to secure long-term customer loyalty and workshop efficiency. source https://ae2.io/news/navigating-the-influx-of-new-brands-how-uk-franchised-dealerships-can-win-the-pe-mqgam9z8

Navigating ZEV Uncertainty: Why Efficiency is the Best Hedge for Franchised Dealerships

As the Treasury declines to fast-track the ZEV mandate review, automotive retailers face continued uncertainty. We explore why doubling down on aftersales automation is the smartest move for dealerships in a shifting market. source https://ae2.io/news/navigating-zev-uncertainty-why-efficiency-is-the-best-hedge-for-franchised-deale-mqev6v5v