Eagers hits record 15.9% Australian share as Canada delivers the profit growth
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First reported by AutoTalk Australia ·
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The quick read
- Eagers Automotive took a record 15.9% of the Australian new vehicle market in the six months to 30 June
- The company's Canadian operations delivered the profit growth
- Eagers' success is due to its ability to manage stock and ordering effectively
- Competitors will need to respond to Eagers' increased market share
For dealers: Australian dealers need to be aware of Eagers' increased market share and take action to compete effectively
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ADME commentary
The ADME angle
Eagers Automotive's record 15.9% share of the Australian new vehicle market in the six months to 30 June is a direct result of its successful expansion into the Canadian market, which has delivered the profit growth
This level of market share gives Eagers significant pricing power, allowing it to maintain margins in a competitive market
The success of Eagers in Australia is also likely due to its ability to manage stock and ordering effectively, ensuring that it has the right vehicles in stock to meet customer demand
Competitors will need to respond to Eagers' increased market share by reviewing their own pricing and stock management strategies
What it means for the order bank
Eagers' record market share will also give it greater influence over the order bank, allowing it to prioritize orders for the most profitable vehicles
Competitor response
Other dealers will need to review their marketing and lead handling strategies to compete with Eagers' increased market share, focusing on providing a better customer experience to win back sales
Taking action
Full coverage
Eagers hits record 15.9% Australian share as Canada delivers the profit growth
Eagers Automotive took a record 15.9% of the Australian new vehicle market in the first half, but $43.2m of its $52.7m profit growth came from two months of Canada.
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