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AutoTradeDB Intelligence Brief
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Sample Brief — August 2026
EV Aftersales: The Margin Opportunity Dealers Are Missing
As EV penetration accelerates, franchised dealers face a fundamental shift in aftersales revenue. New data suggests that those investing now in EV-trained technicians and battery health diagnostics are capturing margin that rivals are leaving on the table…
Previous Brief
Agency vs. Franchise: What the Data Actually Shows for UK Dealers in 2026
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