In 2023, five major car brands had over two million vehicles potentially affected by recalls. These issues spanned from electrical systems to exterior lighting and many things in between. Regarding your dealership, this means an influx of customers, especially as spring break is upon us and summer draws near. Families are ready to get their cars tuned up and ready …
When to Change Your Seasonal Tires: Winter to Summer
The slow end of winter that stretches into spring can be confusing for those asking, “When is it the right time to change my winter tires?” The Right Time Some follow the rule of thumb: winter tires from Thanksgiving to Tax Day. But there are better ways to determine the right time based on your climate. It is widely acknowledged …
Made in America
Recently on our social media channels, we highlighted our four manufacturing locations and the products we make there. We’re proud to deliver quality, American-made products to the automotive, construction, home improvement, retail, and medical industries. Our Petoskey, Michigan manufacturing location was where it all started. Operations began in 1969; in 1976, we expanded and relocated to our current facility. We …
How to Become a Slip-N-Grip® Distributor
Are you looking to become a Slip-N-Grip® distributor? It takes just three main steps: connect with us, fill out a credit application, and start selling. Before taking that first step, you might want to know why Slip-N-Grip® could be the right product for you and your customers. Did you know that Slip-N-Grip® is the only Automotive Aftermarket brand of interior seat protection approved …
The Four Touchpoints You Need to Know About
There are four major touchpoints inside a vehicle that come in close contact with the driver and service technician. It is recommended that these areas are covered and protected with the inexpensive disposable products listed below so when the vehicle is returned to the customer, it is free from dirt, grime, oil, grease, and disease. Steering Wheel. The steering wheel …
Clean Matters
Clean matters more than you think when it comes to customers’ cars. Grime left on a seat can quickly dissuade a customer from returning in the future. Muddy boot prints left on a vehicle’s carpeting can tank a 5-star review to a 2-star. Keeping customers’ cars clean doesn’t have to be a hassle, though! Slip-N-Grip’s vehicle protection products can be …
Get to Know Your Customer Day
Did you know that Get to Know Your Customer Day isn’t just an annual holiday? It is celebrated every quarter on the third Thursday of January, April, July, and October. It can be hard to get to know customers outside of immediate product needs during busy workdays. We wanted to take advantage of this “holiday” to learn a little more …
Petoskey Plastics 2021 Recap
Another year of challenges, triumphs, and growth is now at a close. While we’ve each had our share of struggles and setbacks this year, one word we would use to describe Petoskey Plastics’ 2021 is “celebrate.” Our bright spots in the year are thanks to our hardworking associates, loyal customers, and supportive communities. Let’s look back on all that Petoskey …
How Much of Your Dealership Needs to be Online?
Adopting online offerings has become crucial for many dealerships in the past few years. Some dealerships have even made it possible to complete the whole process of buying a car online, but is that what customers want? Data suggests that many customers are hesitant to give up the in-person aspects of car buying, like test driving and signing the final …
Thriving Dealerships Are Embracing Digital
Automotive News presented The Thriving Dealership: Now and for the Future alongside exclusive sponsor Cox Automotive on August 18th, 2021. This online event discussed tactics and changes many dealerships made over the last year and a half to not only survive but thrive. Isabelle Helms, Vice President of Research and Market Intelligence at Cox Automotive, presented the top trends from …