Simplifying Consumer Choice FAQs
04How can I help consumers choose the right car in the first place?
People sometimes find the process of buying and selling a car confusing, intimidating or stressful. There are an overwhelming number of makes, models and options to choose from, all described in extensive detail. We can provide everything you need to sort through all this information and help with their decision-making.
We offer easy-to-use car comparison services for weighing up different models across all brands. We can help people easily identify standard and optional equipment so they know precisely what’s included in their purchase and what will cost extra. With our data, you can explain and highlight true ‘value for money’ and empower consumers make the choice that’s right for them.
05How do I help consumers avoid pitfalls when buying a car?
We’ve all heard the stories. Someone buys a car only to have a knock at the door the next day to find the police towing it away. This might be an extreme example, but it’s not uncommon. We want to help you protect consumers from buying a lemon – that’s why we offer everything from expert advice to detailed data.
Our hpi Check is the UK’s best known and most comprehensive provenance service, uncovering dodgy backgrounds and exposing any car’s hidden history. And it’s guaranteed – if we fail to find a problem, we’ll cover the value of the car up to £30k. We offer this service directly to consumers (bringing complete peace of mind and proof of a safe bet for potential buyers) or as part of a package for our trade customers. Rest assured, any dealership displaying the ‘hpi Check’ logo has consumer interests at heart.
06How can I help consumers consider the total cost of car ownership?
Running costs are an important part of owning a car that people often forget to consider. Add to that how much a car will cost to insure and you’re talking hundreds to thousands of pounds of additional costs each year.
From car tax and fuel costs to servicing, maintenance and repair costs, we have data that will allow you to provide the very best advice to consumers on the overall cost of running a vehicle. You can also demonstrate their biggest cost will be depreciation – we’re the only business in the automotive industry that can predict the future value of a car with such accuracy.
07How do I ensure consumers receive a fair value for their part exchanges?
When it comes to part-exchanges, we bridge the gap between dealerships and consumers, reducing stress for everyone involved. We are the industry benchmark for accurate values and for comprehensive valuation data on all cars under twenty years old means you can offer the right information every time.
When considering the real value of a car, we take everything into account – from the condition of the vehicle right down to the costs incurred by the dealership. You can trust the values we suggest will be fair to both parties. Our data powers many of Britain’s best known services, so you know everyone involved is in good hands.
Relevant Products
We’ve got a selection of products available for every need. Take a look at a few we picked below:
- new vehicle data check Power your business with the UK’s biggest tech and spec database
- total cost of ownership The whole truth about ownership costs over time
- vrm lookup Get the most comprehensive VRM in the UK
Not sure what you need? Get in touch with a member of our team for help.
Contact us or call 0113 222 2000
Relevant Products
We’ve got a selection of products available for every need. Take a look at a few we picked below:
Not sure what you need? Get in touch with a member of our team for help.
Contact us or call 0113 222 2000
Relevant Products
We’ve got a selection of products available for every need. Take a look at a few we picked below:
Not sure what you need? Get in touch with a member of our team for help.
Contact us or call 0113 222 2000
Relevant Products
We’ve got a selection of products available for every need. Take a look at a few we picked below:
Not sure what you need? Get in touch with a member of our team for help.
Contact us or call 0113 222 2000
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