Webinar

Taking control in uncertain times

A car dealer’s guide to profitability. With automotive experts René Tønder and Alastair Cassels

When
25 September 2024
11:00 – 12:00 (CET)

Where
Online

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The automotive industry is undergoing rapid and unprecedented change, both in sales and in aftersales.

From the rise of electric vehicles to the impact of new market entrants, disruptive retailing approaches like the agency model, and volatile interest rates, dealers are facing a complex and uncertain landscape.

But while external factors may be beyond a car dealer’s control, there are still many opportunities to drive growth and profitability, such as upselling, cross-selling, customer loyalty, retention, and employee motivation.

Join us for this special webinar featuring automotive experts René Tønder and Alastair Cassels, where we’ll explore actionable strategies to help you take control of your automotive dealership and navigate these challenging times. Hear from industry experts as they share insights on:

  • Navigating current trends: Understand the implications of electric vehicles, new market entrants, the agency model, and volatile interest rates.
  • Sustainable business models: Do we have a future-proof business model? What strategies can we employ to transform our current resources and customer base into sustainable business and loyal customers?
  • Investment strategies in uncertain times: New brands, used cars, workshop services… In a future of uncertainty, what investment opportunities do car dealers have? What are the main sources of revenue?
  • Profitability in European and UK auto retail: Why aftersales absorption is such a key metric for OEMs and dealers, best practices to counter threats in the macro-environment.

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights about the future of the automotive landscape and actionable advice. Register now to secure your spot!

About René Tønder: Industry analyst René Tønder is the owner and CEO of the analysis company AutoInc. René is a futurist and strategic advisor in the automotive industry, where his experience from all parts of the automotive value chain, both from management and board positions, provides insight into future trends and concrete strategic goals for the industry. You can also follow René Tønder on LinkedIn.

About Alastair Cassels: Alastair is an Automotive Advisory Partner at MHA, a UK accountancy firm providing accounting, assurance, tax and specialist business advice worldwide. Alastair has extensive experience in the automotive industry, having worked for Volkswagen Group, PSA, and General Motors. He is an expert in franchising, M&A, property, Electric Vehicle infrastructure, CO2 reduction and future business planning.

Speakers

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René Tønder

Owner and CEO, AutoInc.
rene@toender.org
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Alastair Cassels

Automotive Advisory, Partner
MHA
+44 (0)1908 776 867
alastair.cassels@mha.co.uk

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Nicholas Malcolm

CEO & Partner
+45 30 99 14 21
nm@aganalytics.dk

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Marc Bauer

Partner
+45 30 99 14 24
mbs@aganalytics.dk