New APP being launched in the UK to assist drivers

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!

Racing Event: Le Mans 2014

The famous Le Mans 24 Hour race takes place next weekend and here at Motor Answering we are geared up and excited for the big event.

First place of the world famous endurance race has been awarded to the Audi R18 e-tron Quattro for the past two years. Victory might not be as easy this year as Toyota are close behind in the initial test times and the new Porsche team will be keen to continue the marques success in the 24 hour race. Read More

Insurance Experts Warn : No Black Box, No Insurance!

Insurance experts have warned that owners of older cars, may be refused insurance, if they do not install Black Box technology within the next ten years.

Black Box technology, alternatively known as telematics has been introduced as it includes a tracking device, letting emergency services find vehicles more efficiently. The technology also tracks where motorists have travelled, the speed in which they were driving and the way in which they control the car. Read More

Neil Murphy Joins Motor Answering as Head of Sales

Neil Murphy has joined call handling specialists, CallCare’s C-suite as the new Head of Sales for Motor Answering.

Motor Answering provide dedicated telephone answering services to car dealerships throughout the UK. Neil brings his experience and expertise on board and is focusing on customer retention strategies to ensure his clients fully benefit from this service. His strong customer-focused attitude, will ensure that Motor Answering continues to led the motoring industry as experts in telephone answering. Read More

Pick Up Your Phone!

Last month, a McLaren F1 became the most expensive modern car ever sold, netting in excess of £3.5 million for the supercar dealership involved. But, says leading used car network Motors.co.uk, some dealers in the UK could be missing out on valuable sales because they don’t pick up the phone or respond to emails quickly enough for consumers. Read More

Dealers criticised for slow call answering

A new survey has found that the UK’s motor dealers risk losing business because they are leaving customers hanging on the telephone for almost 40 seconds at a time. Previous research has shown 90% of callers will hang up within 40 seconds if forced to listen to silence while on hold.

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27% of sales unanswered!

Motor Answering recently discovered this article on Car Dealer Magazine

MORE than a quarter of potential sales calls to dealers are missed, a report by Motors.co.uk has suggested.

The data, taken from Motors.co.uk’s response tracking software, suggests that ‘around 27 per cent’ of sales leads are being lost – simply due to phone calls going unanswered. Read More

We announce Motor Industry Launch of New Dealership Dilemma Solution

MotorAnswering.com introduces expert receptionist 24/7/365 overflow service to groups, sole dealerships, bodyshops vehicle service sites that saves hiring more staff & office space cost. Read More