Safe-Guard Products International, LLC
Thursday, December 4, 2008 Volume 1 Issue 12  

Contents
Keep Your Eyes on Industry Trends During This Holding Pattern
Dealers Get Creative to Entice Service Customers, But Why Stop There?
Guide to Handling Objections: Combination Products
(Tire & Wheel, PDR and Windshield)

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Focus on What You Can Control

During this time of industry uncertainty, it's important to focus on what you can control. Making sure your F&I partners provide the stability and product selection you need to grow this important source of income should be a top priory. Have you reviewed your product selection lately? Are your partners able to offer you the products and selling strategies for today's volatile consumer preferences? What kind of training have your partners provided for you lately? Have you taken a look at the backing and stability of your providers recently? This month's issue of the F&I Insight focuses on what trends you need to watch during these challenging times. In addition, be sure to read Dave Duncan's interview with F&I Management & Technology magazine for insightful information on the state of F&I today.

 
Keep Your Eyes on Industry Trends During This Holding Pattern



With the news in the automotive industry changing by the minute lately, it’s hard to develop an overall strategy for F&I products. However, there are a few industry indicators that you need to keep an eye on along with the "bailout" hearings.

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Dealers Get Creative to Entice Service Customers, But Why Stop There?

It's no surprise that dealers who have made a commitment to service are in a better position to weather today's automotive industry storm. There are still more ways out there to drive additional profits from the service department.

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Guide to Handling Objections: Combination Products
(Tire & Wheel, PDR and Windshield)


Combination products protect your consumers' purchases from the inevitable road hazards that incur when owning a vehicle. Tire, Wheel & Rim Protection, Windshield Repair Protection and PDR are all included in one product. This month's Guide to Handling Objections features Combined Products.

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