Posts Tagged ‘Automotive Industry’
How do I find an experienced service manager that is looking for work?
Tuesday, April 14th, 2009Cold calls for automotive industry?
Monday, September 29th, 2008
LeoBeau asked:
I know people are hesistant when they hear “FREE” services b/c nothing in the world is free. I do call automotive businesses either creating my own lead, Yahoo Locals, or I saw they’re services on a local ad/newspaper to get them to see what we can do for their business. I know auto repair shops are busy, but what’s best way to approach via phone call? I’m very quick & str8 to the point of what we do, then I ask them for their email (I also say we don’t spam, it’s free).
Kenneth
I know people are hesistant when they hear “FREE” services b/c nothing in the world is free. I do call automotive businesses either creating my own lead, Yahoo Locals, or I saw they’re services on a local ad/newspaper to get them to see what we can do for their business. I know auto repair shops are busy, but what’s best way to approach via phone call? I’m very quick & str8 to the point of what we do, then I ask them for their email (I also say we don’t spam, it’s free).
Kenneth
Short and Long Term Goals in Customer Service?
Saturday, August 23rd, 2008
zaazzy asked:
What should short and long term goals for customer service in the automotive industry be?
Colleen
What should short and long term goals for customer service in the automotive industry be?
Colleen
Winners of World Automotive Design Competition Announced
Saturday, July 5th, 2008
Lauren Woods asked:
The design field in the auto industry recently has been given a hand by Autodesk, a leading software and service company for the manufacturing, infrastructure, building, media and entertainment, and wireless data services fields. The said company has organized the World Automotive Design Competition (WADC) in an effort to give the automotive industry a source of new automotive design talent.
It is the fifth time that the company has sponsored a competition geared towards the promotion of automotive design among students. The competition serves the automotive industry just like what a BBK cold air intake performs so that it improves the performance of a vehicle. In the same sense, the competition increases the potential of the automotive industry.
The said competition is aimed to instill in the minds of students that the automotive design field is an accessible career choice. The challenge is to make the field more desirable for students all over the world. The competition was made for students to showcase their skills in the designing of cars. The design challenge for this year is for student competitors to conceive and design a car that will be appealing not only for the younger generation drivers but also for the aging generation as well. The car that they would design must also address the current environmental problems that the global community is facing. In the design process, the students should keep in mind that they are aiming for their cars to be released for the 2014 model year. Eighteen schools from eleven countries were represented at the said competition.
After much deliberation on the part of the judges, the winners were chosen and then were announced just recently in connection with the 2007 Canadian International Auto Show (CIAS). Taking the first place is Paul Kim from the Academy of Art University of San Francisco. His Ford Legion caught the attention and interest of the judges with its bold and distinctive exterior. Moray Callum, the design director for Ford North America, is one of the judges and he has all praises for Paul Kim’s work. “Paul has done a great job of thinking of how the vehicle will actually be used and has introduced a lot of creative solutions for the customer,” Callum said. Paul Kim will take home $10,000 which will be the prize for the first place winner.
Another student from the Academy of Art University of San Francisco won at the fifth WADC. Bagging the second place is Ryan Campbell with his VW Connextion. His entry to the competition is a two seater roadster which he describes will pull the generations of enthusiasts together. Dan Sims, the general manager of the MRDA Design Studio for Mitsubishi Motors North America, Incorporated, is also a member of the panel of judges and also commended the work of Campbell in his statement: “Ryan’s VW Connextion is a cleverly designed two seat roadster, with well designed details that make this concept fresh and attractive.” Sims further added that “it is a car that I would have wanted in high school and now.” Campbell pocketed $7,500 for placing second.
The third place was won by Matthew Finbow from Humber College Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning of Toronto. His entry is the Concourse. Judge Ken Gross of Edmunds.com stated that “Finbow’s Concourse is exceptionally flexible. Concourse is defined as a meeting of friends, a place where people feel welcome, and this design would appeal, in his words, ‘to the young and the young at heart’. The Concourse has a futuristic look and its six seats and interior can be configured many different ways and safety has not been neglected. This imaginative but feasible presentation by Matthew is certainly one of the interest.” Finbow takes home $5,000 as the third placer.
James
The design field in the auto industry recently has been given a hand by Autodesk, a leading software and service company for the manufacturing, infrastructure, building, media and entertainment, and wireless data services fields. The said company has organized the World Automotive Design Competition (WADC) in an effort to give the automotive industry a source of new automotive design talent.
It is the fifth time that the company has sponsored a competition geared towards the promotion of automotive design among students. The competition serves the automotive industry just like what a BBK cold air intake performs so that it improves the performance of a vehicle. In the same sense, the competition increases the potential of the automotive industry.
The said competition is aimed to instill in the minds of students that the automotive design field is an accessible career choice. The challenge is to make the field more desirable for students all over the world. The competition was made for students to showcase their skills in the designing of cars. The design challenge for this year is for student competitors to conceive and design a car that will be appealing not only for the younger generation drivers but also for the aging generation as well. The car that they would design must also address the current environmental problems that the global community is facing. In the design process, the students should keep in mind that they are aiming for their cars to be released for the 2014 model year. Eighteen schools from eleven countries were represented at the said competition.
After much deliberation on the part of the judges, the winners were chosen and then were announced just recently in connection with the 2007 Canadian International Auto Show (CIAS). Taking the first place is Paul Kim from the Academy of Art University of San Francisco. His Ford Legion caught the attention and interest of the judges with its bold and distinctive exterior. Moray Callum, the design director for Ford North America, is one of the judges and he has all praises for Paul Kim’s work. “Paul has done a great job of thinking of how the vehicle will actually be used and has introduced a lot of creative solutions for the customer,” Callum said. Paul Kim will take home $10,000 which will be the prize for the first place winner.
Another student from the Academy of Art University of San Francisco won at the fifth WADC. Bagging the second place is Ryan Campbell with his VW Connextion. His entry to the competition is a two seater roadster which he describes will pull the generations of enthusiasts together. Dan Sims, the general manager of the MRDA Design Studio for Mitsubishi Motors North America, Incorporated, is also a member of the panel of judges and also commended the work of Campbell in his statement: “Ryan’s VW Connextion is a cleverly designed two seat roadster, with well designed details that make this concept fresh and attractive.” Sims further added that “it is a car that I would have wanted in high school and now.” Campbell pocketed $7,500 for placing second.
The third place was won by Matthew Finbow from Humber College Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning of Toronto. His entry is the Concourse. Judge Ken Gross of Edmunds.com stated that “Finbow’s Concourse is exceptionally flexible. Concourse is defined as a meeting of friends, a place where people feel welcome, and this design would appeal, in his words, ‘to the young and the young at heart’. The Concourse has a futuristic look and its six seats and interior can be configured many different ways and safety has not been neglected. This imaginative but feasible presentation by Matthew is certainly one of the interest.” Finbow takes home $5,000 as the third placer.
James
Finding Automotive Replacement Parts for your Vehicle
Tuesday, June 17th, 2008
Tony DiFiore, Jr. asked:
Whether you’re a consumer waiting on a vehicle repair, a service provider in the automotive industry, or a car enthusiast, finding quality automotive replacement parts can at times feel like a scavenger hunt gone bad. While some stores offer cheaper parts, others may present a better value. While you can count on your dealership for quality, they may not have your part in stock. With so many options to weigh, considering factors and scenarios to match, the following functions as a general guide to determining the best place to find automotive replacement parts, and under what conditions.
Auto Parts Retail Store
With the proliferation of franchised auto part retailers, chances are there is a location right around your corner. Stores like Parts Plus will most likely have the lowest prices and a wider selection of parts than small family owned auto parts stores. Auto parts retail stores are usually best for generic auto parts and accessories such as oil filters and windshield wipers.
Car Dealership
If a specific part is required, such as a passenger side door handle for a 1996 black Toyota Camry, a visit to your car dealership may be in order. However, it’s rare that a dealership will have your specific automotive replacement part in stock, which typically results in increased wait times and marked up prices. Since manufacturers often mark up rates to cover services costs, visiting a dealership should be a last resort.
Auto Salvage Yard
When inexpensiveness is paramount, auto salvage yards are the destination of choice. “Junkyards” will sell automotive replacement parts for just a few dollars, and most carry a wide selection. Use caution. Buying critical automotive replacement parts like those for a transmission, poses the risk of walking away with parts of poor quality. To avoid part failure, these shops should be visited only when seeking out automotive replacement parts that are cosmetic in nature.
Internet
With the advent of the internet, wholesale Websites of both new and used automotive replacement parts have begun to find a home on the World Wide Web. Though many online storefronts offer secure ordering and prompt shipping of well made, inexpensive automotive replacement parts, caution is always warranted when shopping online. Look for a phone number so you can speak directly with a customer service representative to help you understand payment, shipping and return policies.
Another crucial factor is security. Look for the HTTPS: protocol in the Web address of the payment page to determine whether your ordering information will be secure, private and protected. (When the browser address bar reads https; it means the Webpage is encrypted with a secure socket layer, or SSL Certificate.) A Webpage with an SSL should also have the SSL logo displayed. Clicking on the logo will show whether the SSL is valid and if it is expired. When online auto stores pass the security test, they can be the absolute best places to find automotive replacement parts; price is often lower online, given the many wholesale providers buying directly from the manufacturer.
Post a Classified Ad
If you still cannot find the replacement part you’re looking for, try to reach out to the people in your community. Posting an ad in a local newspaper or on free classified Websites such as Craigslist (http:www.craigslist.org) can be rewarding. You may find that someone in your area has a car that doesn’t run but has the working part you are looking for.
Join a Car Club
Finally, if you are looking for automotive replacement parts for classic cars, joining a car club is a good idea, albeit an obvious one. Enthusiasts know that finding automotive replacement parts for cars that our 40 or 50 years old can be quite the challenge. Car clubs will provide tons of resources – and can be a way for you to reach a community of people with similar cars.
Though there are several avenues to finding automotive replacement parts, do look first online to avoid spending unneeded time, money and effort. When credible, online storefronts deliver beyond expectation.
Jean
Whether you’re a consumer waiting on a vehicle repair, a service provider in the automotive industry, or a car enthusiast, finding quality automotive replacement parts can at times feel like a scavenger hunt gone bad. While some stores offer cheaper parts, others may present a better value. While you can count on your dealership for quality, they may not have your part in stock. With so many options to weigh, considering factors and scenarios to match, the following functions as a general guide to determining the best place to find automotive replacement parts, and under what conditions.
Auto Parts Retail Store
With the proliferation of franchised auto part retailers, chances are there is a location right around your corner. Stores like Parts Plus will most likely have the lowest prices and a wider selection of parts than small family owned auto parts stores. Auto parts retail stores are usually best for generic auto parts and accessories such as oil filters and windshield wipers.
Car Dealership
If a specific part is required, such as a passenger side door handle for a 1996 black Toyota Camry, a visit to your car dealership may be in order. However, it’s rare that a dealership will have your specific automotive replacement part in stock, which typically results in increased wait times and marked up prices. Since manufacturers often mark up rates to cover services costs, visiting a dealership should be a last resort.
Auto Salvage Yard
When inexpensiveness is paramount, auto salvage yards are the destination of choice. “Junkyards” will sell automotive replacement parts for just a few dollars, and most carry a wide selection. Use caution. Buying critical automotive replacement parts like those for a transmission, poses the risk of walking away with parts of poor quality. To avoid part failure, these shops should be visited only when seeking out automotive replacement parts that are cosmetic in nature.
Internet
With the advent of the internet, wholesale Websites of both new and used automotive replacement parts have begun to find a home on the World Wide Web. Though many online storefronts offer secure ordering and prompt shipping of well made, inexpensive automotive replacement parts, caution is always warranted when shopping online. Look for a phone number so you can speak directly with a customer service representative to help you understand payment, shipping and return policies.
Another crucial factor is security. Look for the HTTPS: protocol in the Web address of the payment page to determine whether your ordering information will be secure, private and protected. (When the browser address bar reads https; it means the Webpage is encrypted with a secure socket layer, or SSL Certificate.) A Webpage with an SSL should also have the SSL logo displayed. Clicking on the logo will show whether the SSL is valid and if it is expired. When online auto stores pass the security test, they can be the absolute best places to find automotive replacement parts; price is often lower online, given the many wholesale providers buying directly from the manufacturer.
Post a Classified Ad
If you still cannot find the replacement part you’re looking for, try to reach out to the people in your community. Posting an ad in a local newspaper or on free classified Websites such as Craigslist (http:www.craigslist.org) can be rewarding. You may find that someone in your area has a car that doesn’t run but has the working part you are looking for.
Join a Car Club
Finally, if you are looking for automotive replacement parts for classic cars, joining a car club is a good idea, albeit an obvious one. Enthusiasts know that finding automotive replacement parts for cars that our 40 or 50 years old can be quite the challenge. Car clubs will provide tons of resources – and can be a way for you to reach a community of people with similar cars.
Though there are several avenues to finding automotive replacement parts, do look first online to avoid spending unneeded time, money and effort. When credible, online storefronts deliver beyond expectation.
Jean
Job Possibilities In Indianapolis and surrounding area?
Saturday, June 7th, 2008
dh155 asked:
I am leaving Michigan due to highest unemployment rate in the country. I heard that the Indy area has a 30 percent job growth. How would you say the job situation is in this area. Are there a lot of companies hiring? Do you see a lot of help wanted signs? Are there lots of listings in the papers/internet there? My areas of experience are Customer Service, Call Center, Automotive (Office) and The Alarm industry such as ADT.
Stacy
I am leaving Michigan due to highest unemployment rate in the country. I heard that the Indy area has a 30 percent job growth. How would you say the job situation is in this area. Are there a lot of companies hiring? Do you see a lot of help wanted signs? Are there lots of listings in the papers/internet there? My areas of experience are Customer Service, Call Center, Automotive (Office) and The Alarm industry such as ADT.
Stacy
Any Automotive Companies ?
Thursday, June 5th, 2008
Satya asked:
We have a best IT Services in Automotive Industry but can i know how to get some leads on this industry ?
Gladys
We have a best IT Services in Automotive Industry but can i know how to get some leads on this industry ?
Gladys
