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New APP being launched in the UK to assist drivers
Posted by: Neil Murphy | Posted on: July 28th, 2014 | 0 Comments
A new app is hoping to do for driving what the iPod did for music. Called “Automatic“, the app uses a Bluetooth transmitter which is easily installed into the diagnostics port on the users car.
Once up and running, the app records your driving routes and style, calculating your MPG and marking points on the map where you drove less efficiently. A score is given for each journey, with points being deducted for harsh breaking and rapid acceleration where the fuel consumption is greater than it would be with more moderate inputs. The app claims to be more accurate at recording your MPG then most in car systems, with the added bonus of working with cars that do not have their own trip computer. Taking things a step further, the app will monitor local petrol prices and work out how much you are spending on your drives.
Other great features of the app include automatically contacting the emergency services with your location if it detects a crash and storing your parking position so you can easily find your car when you return. The killer feature for owners of complicated cars may well be the diagnostics tool. When the check engine line is activated, the app automatically reads the diagnostics codes from the cars computer and displays the problem in plain English. In many cases, the app is able to suggest simple procedures to fix the problem before directing the driver to the nearest garage. The makers of the app are claiming that it supports almost all cars built after 1996 so there is a good chance your vehicle will be supported
Currently the app is only available to buy in the US, where it retails along with the adapter for $99. However, the makers are hoping to roll out a UK launch later in the year so be sure to keep an eye out!
John Clark Motor Group breaking records for the fourth year in a row
Posted by: Neil Murphy | Posted on: July 18th, 2014 | 0 Comments
The John Clark Motor group, that operates over 21 car dealerships in Scotland, have achieved over 200,000 sales, beating all targets since they were first founded.
The latest figures highlighted an operating profit before interest of £8.9m which is up from £5.7m from 2012.
The sales of New vehicles was 11,101 units a 31% increase from previous years. There was a further 27% increase in the sale of used vehicles with a total of 9,023 units sold.
Along with these admirable sales and increases the Motor Group also introduced two more Land-rover dealerships one in Cupar and Perth in Scotland. Jaguar was also welcomed to the John Clark Motor Group as they also opened two dealerships in Edinburgh and Perth.
John Clark the chairman and managing director is thrilled with the results of the year and has expressed his delight,
“2013 was another strong year for the company, to have had our fourth record-breaking results in a row shows what an outstanding team we have.Our focus remains on providing the best customer experience alongside our premium franchise offering, illustrated by our ongoing investment across the group in both our facilities and our staff.
One of the highlights of 2013 was the acquisition of the new dealerships, and I am pleased to say that all four are making good progress and are generating results which are well ahead of expectations.” (source)
John Clark also expressed his plans for the future of the motor group sharing the knowledge that,
‘In addition we have invested in our existing franchises with the development of new showrooms for Nissan, Mini, Skoda and Seat in Aberdeen, as well as expanding our Volkswagen dealership in Kirkcaldy.
“Looking to the future, we have further plans to refurbish a number of our other dealerships including Dundee Audi and Volkswagen Aberdeen in the next 12-18 months. All of this continues to improve the customer experience we offer.” (source)
Four steps to help you find the right car for your teenager
Posted by: Neil Murphy | Posted on: June 24th, 2014 | 0 Comments
Motor Answering understand the pride, stress and anxiety that parents experience when their child passes their driving test. So to help aid the process we have put together some helpful tips and recommendations on how to find the perfect car for your teenager. Read More
