i-Claim; a new faster way to manage claims
AutoProtect is innovating yet again to make life easier for dealers and ultimately their customers! This time, we have developed a new digital application that accelerates the warranty claims process.
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Making SMART even Smarter for your Customers
We wanted to make the claims process for SMART insurance even easier and thought it would be a real bonus for your SMART customers if we could give them a really straightforward way of making their SMART claims direct from their phone (or tablet) at any time, day or night with no need to call […]
Do you use AutoProcess GAP and RTI demands and needs?
Recent changes in FCA GAP rules necessitated swift process changes. The immediate changes made for 1st September have been reviewed and the following update will enhance the use of AutoProcess within the dealer sales process.
IPT Changes – 1st November 2015
UK Insurance Premium Tax (IPT) Rate Change 1st November 2015 With effect from 1st November 2015 the standard rate of UK IPT will increase from 6% to 9.5%. The higher rate of IPT will remain at 20%.
MotorTrader Special Focus: Paint Protection
In September’s issue of Motor Trader, AutoProtect were asked to comment on their Special Focus: Paint Protection. Alex Youngs, National Sales Manager Paint Protection, has provided his response below.
‘Mind the GAP’ 10 Point Plan to Mandatory 1st September Change
With the countdown clock ticking towards 1st September, the new ‘65’ plate will be uppermost in the minds of people in dealership across the UK. It is also the date when new processes for the sale of GAP insurance must come into force
UK dealers missing out on over £591m in service revenue
A study by AutoProtect claims dealers are missing out on £591m in service revenue a year. The claim comes as dealers are increasingly facing a squeeze on profit margins.
Why dealer aftersales need greater attention
With dealer margins continuing to face pressure, Jo Selby, National Sales Manager for AutoProtect, comments on the missed opportunities in aftermarket sales.
‘Mind the Gap’ a New Regulatory Approach
On 1st September, the way in which dealers can sell GAP and RTI add on insurance products will change. This is the outcome of changes announced by the FCA on 10th June and dealers will need to act now to prepare for this change.
New service plan set to boost revenue for dealers
AutoProtect has entered the service plan market with the Foresight Service Plan. Early trials of the facility have seen dealers double conversion rates.