Welcome to the 2019 Cartell Newsletter
It’s that time of year again, 2019 is coming to a close and January marks the start of a new decade. As we leave the 2010’s behind us we look forward to the new challenges and growth opportunities that the 2020’s will present, and hopefully the possibility of improved native car sales, along with the continuance of PHEVs and EVs growing market share.
Reflecting on the 2019 Irish auto market, new car sales were poised to experience a dip due to challenges such as; the wait for a 20 plate, and the increasingly popular import sourcing. Up to the end of November this year, the “cars only” New Vehicle Sales figure stands at 113,526. That’s a 6.5% decrease on 2018’s figure of 121,130 – same period. The results are similar when we include the commercial vehicle totals, 2019 standing at 149,802 – 5.4% lower than 2018’s 158,057.
As previously stated, one of the major factors affecting the Native Irish Car market is import sourcing. This year, from January to November, saw 98,488 imports (not including commercial vehicles). That is a 4.4% increase on the 94,171 imports of 2018. The main hypothesis for this revolving around BREXIT induced value and favourable exchange rates.
Staying with imports, 2018’s most popular imported vehicle was the Volkswagen Passat. This year, Volkswagen managed to hold on to the title of “most popular import brand”, but the Ford Focus edged the Passat as the “most popular model”.
Moving on to one of the more interesting market trends (New Cars) for 2019, we see the ever-popular diesel take a significant hit. Of the New Cars in 2019 only 53,402 were diesel, down over 10k units on the 66,075 of 2018. Is the population becoming that bit more “green” conscious, or are we simply fearing the monetary implications as WLTP and the newly announced NOx tax come into the fray?
Petrol power didn’t fluctuate much with 45,782 new cars sold in 2019, less than 1,000 down on 2018. The big movers in the market were Hybrids and EVs, particularly the latter. EVs more than doubled in sales since 2018’s 1,234, standing now at 3,381 for 2019 so far. Hybrids experienced a notable 39.1% also, with 2019 producing 10,960 sales to date. Whether it’s the improved battery-life/ranges, increasingly favourable price-points, or eco-consciousness, this definitely looks like the beginning of the end for the “dirty diesel”.
Cartell will continuously strive to improve our services and stay ahead of the constantly evolving and demanding motor industry. Now over 13 years in business, Cartell have assisted countless motor dealers, insurers, financiers, parts suppliers and all within the industry. We know it inside out!
As a valued customer, we would like to offer you 10% extra credit when you top-up your account from €200 to €500, valid until the end of January. Details of how to claim your extra credit can be found below.
Finally we’d like to wish you a wonderful Christmas and
a fantastic New Year from all the staff here at
Cartell’s Business Services Suite
You may be unaware to the vast array of business solutions Cartell has to offer. We are Ireland’s established vehicle data experts and build functional services for all sectors of the motor industry. See Cartell can improve efficiency and vehicle data accuracy for you and your business.
DMS-Tell
Designed to cleanse Dealer Management Systems. It provides an accurate way to “De-Link” customers that should not be associated to particular vehicles. There is no other company in Ireland or the UK offering a comparable DMS clean up function. DMS-Tell is an excellent Sales and Marketing tool but can also be utilized to assist with Data Protection Compliance. It has been implemented with BMW, MINI, Mazda, Toyota and more, where it ensures only the correct data is held against a vehicle.
If this interests you, please contact Richard Lahiff for more information.
Exclusive NEW Feature coming in 2020
In 2020, Cartell will be partnering with a major vehicle warranties provider in a new venture, “Warranty Assist – Powered by Motoreasy”. Hopefully, this should assist our Car Sales customers by adding an additional selling point and further enhancing the “trust factor” between the buyer and seller. More details on this to follow.
Top Up Before The End Of January & Get Up To €50 Free Credit
It’s Christmas and as a thank you for using our services this year, we would like to offer you up to €50 in free credit. Simply top up your account between €200 and €500 and you can claim 10% extra free credit.
Simply email info@cartell.ie once you’ve topped up, or you can give us a call on +353 (0)1 5241517 and we’ll do the rest.
As a trade user, it is vital to ensure you are getting the full history of any vehicle, whether it was previously written-off, previously a taxi, or has outstanding finance – you need to be informed before making that purchase.
This offer will run from today until the end of January 2020!
Electronomous 2020
Today 50% of the world’s population is living in cities and by 2050 this number will have increased to 6billion people
This will lead to three times the amount of traffic we have today creating massive traffic related issues and real issues regarding the quality of life for those 6 billion people notwithstanding huge environmental challenges.
As industry continues to battle with this new reality the staggering pace of development within the Automotive and Smart mobility Space, who are the Shape Shifters within this new era of mobility and how will Electro Mobility and Automation change the path for Smart Cities in this brave new Connected World.
Join us at Electronomous – The International Car Tech & Mobility Summit 2020 and hear what our World Class Speakers from across the industry a learn what this means for your Organisation and for society across the World.
Meet Mobility disruptors, Automotive Giants and Shape Shifters from the Tech world together and learn how collaboration within all of these spaces coupled with the global research community will drive a pathway forward for Connected cars, autonomous vehicles and alternative power trains.
Network with Delegates from Dubai, The UK, Silicon Valley USA, Germany, France and many more in 2020 and connect with the Irish companies making waves globally within this space
See the latest innovations at the Expo and experience the very best of Irish hospitality at our 2020 Evening Social Summit.
Meet us in Dublin on April 1st and 2nd 2020.
Weston Airport (Hangar 1)
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Audatex and Cartell support Ireland’s insurers with automated Total Loss Registration solution.
Audatex, global provider of market-leading solutions for bodyshops, service providers, insurers and customers, and Cartell, Ireland’s leading car checking and automotive data solutions company have today announced the launch of an automated Total Loss Registration solution to help Ireland’s insurers to comply with the upcoming commencement of Part 2 of the Road Traffic Act 2016.
Cartell.ie International Rally of the Lakes 2019 celebrates its Ruby Anniversary
The 2019 Rally will go down as one of the most memorable. From a Hollywood Moviestar Ambassador to the first Killarney native over the ramp in the No. 1 position.
10 Years of Title Sponsorship with more to come.
Used Car Sales Down 4.2%
Cartell.ie announce today (21st August) on the findings from the latest state of the market report in conjunction with BAC Auto Consulting. Used car sales for the first seven months of 2019 are down 4.2% including imports and down 4.4% excluding imports.
Finance Levels Continue to Rise – Now 17.5%
The proportion of vehicles offered for sale (across all years) with finance outstanding is 17.5% – up from 16.6% in December 2018 and 11.5% in January 2017.