Are Self-Driving Cars Really The Wave Of The Future?

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Are Self-Driving Cars Really The Wave
Of The Future?
Just a couple of years into the 2010s, several automobile companies were already
busy developing their driverless-car technology, predicting that these autonomous
vehicles will be deployed in the market very soon. Most of these plans have, one way
or another, been stalled.
The pushing back of this
technology was the result of
manufactures believing the
market might not be ready to
shell out a minimum of
$10,000 over the normal price
of a car. Sure, it’s novel and
comes with a set of bene ts,
but the car industry is not
sure people will cater to it
quickly.
More importantly, rolling out the technology is not as simple as it seems. It’s not
like companies are just going to install sensors and the like to their cars; self-
driving cars require lots of new technologies to synchronize, from 3D cameras called
Lidar to radars that can detect objects and velocities. The challenge is to nd ways to
have these deployed in upcoming cars while remaining cost-e cient.
A huge leap in A.I. technology and IoT or the internet of things must happen for
these cars to truly be able to predict human behavior and communicate with people

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and objects seamlessly. After all, safety is a key concern that will make or break this
expected car trend.
Nevertheless, once self-
driving cars do hit the road,
they would provide much
help to PWDs, aid in accident
mitigation, and o er more
e cient travel. Do note that
these cars will of course hit
the big cities and suburbs of
developed countries rst, and
it will take a while before
infrastructure will be set up
globally to accommodate these intelligent vehicles.
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What You Need To Know About
Changing Oil
Car owners are often told they need to change motor oil once it reaches a certain
milestone, like every 7,500 to 10,000 miles of usage. But besides this, what else do
car owners need to know about changing oil?
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Experts weigh in on this issue as each have their own takes on the factors a ecting
this activity. Sometimes, it’s the make of the car, other times the driving habits are
the determinants.
According to the Ford Motor Company, owners of 2008 models or newer should
change their oil every 7,500 miles, or every six months, whichever comes rst.
However, people who drive less should adjust to changing their oil every 5,000
miles.
David Waits, the owner of Japanese Automotive Service in Hilliard, Ohio, claims that
the worst type of driving for oil life is that of distances below highway speeds.
According to his estimates, it would be better for a car to travel 5,000 miles in ve

months on highway speeds rather than 1,500 miles of in-town driving for ve
months.
A common indicator of a need to change oil is engine noise. Since oil lubricates your
engine, a noisy engine is a telltale sign of gritty oil. The longer you drive like this,
the bigger the risk of engine problems.
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Lastly, keep tabs on your last oil change session.
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Buying a New Car: When Is The Best
Time To Do It?

Do you need a new car or should you keep your current ride to save a bundle? There
are several considerations when deciding whether to purchase a new vehicle for
personal use or not.
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It could depend on the type of car
Convertibles are a hit in the summer, so there might be good bargains in the winter.
On the other hand, demand for four-wheel-drive cars typically peaks during
autumn and winter due to poorer weather, so bigger discounts in the summer can be
expected. After the launch of a new model, wait a few months to let the showroom
buzz die down a bit and to get a potentially better deal.
Think of cost, safety, and connectivity
If repair bills are sky high and the mechanic is spending more time with the car than
the owner does, it’s probably time to trade up. The car could also be running well but
rust or collision damage is making it structurally unsound. Keep older cars only if
they are safe and reliable.
Do you want the latest entertainment and convenience features?
If yes, you are probably going to want a new car to get your hands on the latest
infotainment systems. Note that some features, however, can be added to an older
car – although integration may be an issue.

Try last year’s model
Another good timing for one’s new car purchase is getting a vehicle from the
previous model year. New models will probably start coming out in the fall of the
previous year, such as a 2018 model debuting in the fall of 2017. Dealerships will
usually want to get rid of last year’s stock before the new model arrives. Get heavy
discounts on the older model, if not, having the latest look or features is all right.
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institutions, and agents, serving these in the last 20 years or so. Read more on this page.
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Tips And Tricks To Get The Sweetest
Car Deals
Here’s a nice fact: you don’t have to spend as much as your neighbor did to drive
that new car home. Here are some tips and tricks to consider when looking to get the
best car deals in your area.

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Why do you want a new car in the rst place?
Ask yourself di erent questions when wanting to get a new car. How do you plan to
use it, and where are you going to store it? What’s your budget, and when do you
plan to use it? What exact trim, body structure, style, and color suits your
preferences? Knowing what you need is the rst step to doing your due diligence in
nding the best car deals.
Shop at the right time of the year
It’s generally best to get a new car in the early fall when the new models haven’t
come out yet. At this time, dealers are looking to clear out space on their lots for
their new inventory, thus willing to o er old cars at discounted prices. Some argue,
however, that it’s best to buy a new car from mid to late December, when special
bargains help them boost their end-of-year sales gures.
Respect your salesperson
Making your auto dealer’s life easier by being polite and following up nicely will
increase the likelihood of him returning the favor by helping you nd great deals out
there. Of course, research ahead of time to speed up the process and help the two of
you make informed decisions.
Ask the dealer for a little extra
It won’t hurt to ask for a couple of perks, such as an extra key fob or a set of oor
mats, once the price has been negotiated. It’s part of the thrill of car shopping
anyway!

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How Changes In People’s Mobility
Behavior Will Impact The Car
Finance Industry
Pundits in the automobile industry view the future replete with social and
technological progressions that gradually give rise to changes in people’s mobility
patterns and preferences. Some of these are already ubiquitous in urban hubs and
more likely to be the norms of moving about, such as the advent of powertrains and
the rise of autonomous vehicle. There is likewise the emerging trend of shared
access to private transportation facilities, through taxis, limousine services, rental
cars, and car sharing.

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Economies of scale pave the way for the growth of shared vehicle services business
as well as in the increase in the number of players. The usefulness and convenience
of point-to-point transportation o ered by the sharing scheme are greatly
appreciated in the market particularly among non-drivers, senior citizens, low-
income families, and citizens not quali ed for driver’s license. The upsurge in the
competition led into transcending geographical borders to locate new ventures and
create niches through segmentation of services and clients.
Meanwhile, people’s preferences in owning a car are a ected by the technology
proven safety, convenience, and economy of autonomously driven vehicles. Such
shift in options induces investment in more costly automobiles, boosted further by
the onset of customized designs tailored for peculiar demands and situations.
De nitely, private ownership will continue to prevail and will continue to propel car
business which is basically dealer driven and consumer-centric enterprise.
However, as the public progressively nd comfort in accessing on-demand
mobility, they could easily abandon the idea of acquiring a vehicle. This behavioral
alteration certainly should entice the auto nance business to rethink strategies.

In other words, to survive the rising changes in mobility templates, auto nance
companies need to reassess their conventional ways of doing business, re-examine
their industry’s value chain, from sales and origination to servicing and asset
disposition. The breadth of the necessary renewal will be di erent across the
lending trade. Huge, universal banks may have already the means to redesign or
upgrade nancial models and packages as well as the expertise and skilled sta . On
the other hand, those that thrive on dealer-driven loans have to research and
develop new business models and prepare for the future’s surge of commercial
borrowers, particularly eet owners as autonomous shared mobility becomes the
prevailing mode of transportation.
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institutions and the agents who serve them, for over 20 years. For more on Accelerated
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Establishing Good Business
Relationship With An Exemplary
Car Dealer

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Purchasing a brand-new car is particularly thrilling to rst-time would-be-owners
especially if what is at stake is one’s hard-earned money. The excitement, on the
other hand, could be easily obliterated by the tedious and cumbersome procedures
involved. An amateur buyer who has not been initiated with the whereabouts of
automobile business has the potential to end up disconcerted and having a personal
vehicle going about anywhere may just turn out to be a fearful experience.
Researching via the social
media usually is the initial
approach which makes good
sense as all brands and
manufacturing rms have
availed of this venue to
promote their products.
However, negotiating with
unfamiliar people, in cold
written terms leaves one wary
of whether it would end up
satisfactorily. The online
network’s only added value is obtaining information as to the most favorable brand,
linking with one’s circle of friends who have been into the process. But, paying visits
to random car dealers can consume weeks or months of one’s precious time.
Thus, the best solution to avoid being entangled into the unfamiliar web of
automobile procurement is to contact the local auto dealer, who because of doing
business only in the limited geographical area which is familiarly one’s place of
residence, has the high chance to have entertained one’s relatives or friends as
clients.
There are likewise myriad advantages in doing good business with local dealers. One
is that they usually keep amazing selections of both new and pre-owned vehicles
giving the buyer numerous options. If the preferred one is not in their inventory,
they can do the nitty-gritty task of placing an order to the car manufacturer itself or
use their networks with other dealers.

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Another convenience local car dealer o ers is facilitating the nancial requirements
to cover the purchase which actually could be a time-consuming transaction
especially if one does not have previous nancial records with any lender.
Oftentimes, car dealers have set up a rm business relationship with nancing rms
and could be the means to vouch for one’s viability as borrower, once they have
obtained the necessary information and background check. They may even help in
the negotiation for the best loan package.
Typically, local dealers have
comfortable on-site service
stations for their customers.
Hence, one need not waste
hours to locate an auto repair
shop that suits one’s
peculiarities, especially
concerning budget.
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January 10, 2018 Uncategorized automobile business, business relationship, car dealership
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What You Need To Know About
Car Detailing

Car detailing refers to the performing of a meticulous and thorough cleaning,
restoration, and nishing of a motor vehicle, both its interior and exterior. The
objective is to come up with a great-looking, show-quality car.
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Many professional detailing services and product-selling businesses exist to cater to
both professionals and hobbyists. This business has been on the rise in the past few
decades, especially in places where cars are the primary modes of transportation. As
of mid-2014, the U.S. detailing industry was racking in over $9 billion in revenue.
A lot of people have the misconception that car detailing is synonymous with car
detailing. This is far from true, as detailed car washing goes beyond the normal car
wash to make a vehicle look super clean (not to mention the restoration aspect,
which carwash businesses don’t do). A more important di erence is that detailing
does not allow for the use of automated systems for cleaning. Everything is done
hands-on by experienced detailers.
The two components of car detailing are interior and exterior detailing. The former
involves stream-cleaning and vacuuming of the cabin of the vehicle, from the
leather and plastic parts to the vinyl and carbon ber sections. Exterior detailers
work on everything visible from the outside, from the restoration of the paint,
waxing, and degreasing to the extensive cleaning of tires and windows.

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Accelerated Service International provides agents with a host of bene ts, including its
Agent Survival Kit to help improve sales. For similar reads, check out this blog.
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