We held this meeting on 20th and 21st October in Paris and were be pleased to be joined by many members. The presentations are now available to download, speaking notes will be added shortly.
Tuesday 20th
How can all types of workshop cope with the variable pace of the EV transition in Europe? Thomas Chieux
How can front-end decisions support de-fleet and remarketing? Ben Waller
The role of brands in high-performing networks: Steve Young and Gareth Arnould
French M&A activities: Guest presentation Pierre Gerfaux and Bernard Loire, Drive Advisory
Wednesday 21st
Wholly-owned national sales company or independent importer – is the choice changing? Steve Young and Gareth Arnould
Mazda National Importer Organisation case study: Guest presentation Peter Allibon, Mazda
How can players across the sector address the increasing consumer expectations of a ‘technology-driven’ new and used car sales process? Gareth Arnould
Dealer use of AI tools: Guest presentation Robert Krzykawski, Phyron AI - to follow
How do service plans and other retention tools need to adapt to a changing aftermarket? Thomas Chieux and Christophe Guillaneuf
The EU Commission’s assessment of the MVBER: Andrew Tongue