Article from Sean Murphy (Director, Product Development at Fortegra) listing three valuable service contract benefits.
Source: http://blog.fortegra.com/3-service-contract-benefits-that-boost-value-for-customer
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Personal Safeguards Group Publishes Service Contract Industry Estimates – Over $53b
At retail the US Consumer Service Contract Industry is approximately $53.7b
Breakdown by Segment Chart: https://warrantynews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/Industry-Overview.png
Source: Personal Safeguards Group, LLC
ProSource Welcomes Centricity as Group Exclusive Service Partner
ProSource, the largest audio, video, and integration buying group in the United States, announces the addition of Centricity as a group exclusive service partner.
AUL Corp. Surpasses 2 Million Vehicle Warranties Issued
Accomplishment Establishes AUL as One of the Top Independent Vehicle Service Contract Providers in the Nation.
Centricity Leadership Team to Present at Warranty Chain Management Conference
Service and protection powerhouse Centricity, formerly Bankers Warranty Group and Bonded Builders Warranty Group, is pleased to announce members of its senior leadership team will serve as moderators and panelists for this year’s Warranty Chain Management Conference (WCM) to be held in San Diego, California, from March 6th through March 8th.
Source: https://centricity.com/blog/centricity-leadership-team-present-warranty-chain-management-conference/
Risky F&I Practices & How to Avoid Them
Great article outlining common F&I practices that will put your dealership at risk.
JD Power Enters the Dealer F&I Space
J.D. Power announced the launch of J.D. Power Automotive Protection Products for new-car buyers. J.D. Power Automotive Protection Products include extended service warranties, tire protection, surface protection, GAP, key replacement, lifetime warranty, dent-and-ding, maintenance, high-tech coverage and windshield protection as an add-on.
Article: http://www.fi-magazine.com/news/story/2018/01/jd-power-enters-f-i-space.aspx
Zurich to Focus Heavily on F&I in 2018
Zurich North America, one of the largest insurance and vehicle service contract providers for auto dealers plans on a heavy focus on F&I in 2018.
Article: http://www.fi-magazine.com/news/story/2018/01/zurich-to-focus-heavily-on-f-i-in-2018.aspx
Australian auto warranty company to refund $5m
Sales staff was allowed to charge their own prices for warranties leading to larger commissions.
Full Article: https://www.businessnews.com.au/article/Car-warranty-company-to-refund-5m
California auto dealer offering 20-year 200,000 mile warranty
Selma Auto Mall is now offering a 20-year 200,000-mile warranty with every purchase of a new car.
Article: http://abc30.com/business/local-auto-dealer-offering-20-year-200000-mile-warranty/2960895/