{"id":418,"date":"2024-10-14T21:11:06","date_gmt":"2024-10-14T21:11:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/efgintelligence.com\/powersportsswitchback\/?p=418"},"modified":"2024-10-14T21:11:08","modified_gmt":"2024-10-14T21:11:08","slug":"the-value-of-loyalty","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/efgintelligence.com\/powersportsswitchback\/2024\/10\/14\/the-value-of-loyalty\/","title":{"rendered":"The Value of Loyalty"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>I had big plans last weekend to take our side-by-side out for a little excursion to our neighborhood pumpkin patch with the family. To my annoyance, all we got was a disappointing \u2018click\u2026.click\u2026.click\u2026\u2019 That\u2019s right \u2013 the battery was dead. My loyal, never-fail, always ready for road or mud ride was not up for anything!<\/p>\n<p>We expect our vehicles to work when we want, but not when they are improperly maintained. I pondered this inevitable truth as I trailered the side-by-side, drove to the dealership, and spent valuable time and cash to get her up to speed. Needless to say, the trip to the pumpkin patch was postponed to another day.<\/p>\n<p>I\u2019m not alone in my dead battery frustration. <strong>A dead battery is one of the most common issues facing powersports vehicle owners, followed by engine, transmission, and other powertrain tickets<\/strong>. Fortunately, the team at my local dealership knows me well and is dedicated to keeping all of my \u2018toys\u2019 up and running. This relationship serves us both well. I am a frequent customer, and they are invested in supporting me.<strong> There is value in this kind of loyalty &#8212; for both of us.<\/strong><!--more--><\/p>\n<p><strong>Loyalty pays<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>At EFG Companies, we understand the importance of loyalty \u2013 for our clients and their customers. <strong>We have developed value-driven loyalty programs covering powersports engines and batteries, designed to keep customers on the road or water and generate revenue for dealers. \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Our new <strong>Million Mile Limited Engine Protection Loyalty Program<\/strong> and <strong>Million Mile Battery Protection<\/strong> programs incentivize motorcycle, ATV, UTV, side-by-side, personal watercraft, and snowmobile owners to maintain their vehicles while offering <a href=\"https:\/\/efgintelligence.com\/powersportsswitchback\/\">powersports dealerships<\/a> a much-needed boost in showroom traffic and fixed operations revenue.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.efgcompanies.com\/products\/maintenance-plan-vsc\/million-mile-limited-engine-protection\/\">Million Mile Limited Engine Protection Loyalty Program<\/a>:<\/strong> Offers complimentary, limited coverage for the engine\u2014plus towing services\u2014for new and certified pre-owned units up to 11 years old with less than 60,000 miles.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.efgcompanies.com\/products\/maintenance-plan-vsc\/million-mile-limited-battery-protection\/\">Million Mile Limited Battery Protection<\/a>:<\/strong> Covers the cost of battery replacement, addressing a common issue for vehicles that sit idle. It helps consumers avoid unexpected costs while ensuring the long-term functionality of their vehicles.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These loyalty programs also convey the relationship between dealer and customer \u2013 beyond the transaction. They speak to the savvy dealers\u2019 genuine interest in their customers and the enjoyment generated from owning a functioning motorcycle, ATV, or jet ski. My dealer shared my disappointment in the failed pumpkin patch excursion. <strong>That kind of loyalty keeps customers coming back.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>With sales at three-year low levels heading into the 4<sup>th<\/sup> quarter, <strong>powersports dealers are facing high inventories and hesitant consumers concerned about the overall economy and their personal finances.<\/strong> These two new Million Mile programs couldn\u2019t come at a better time.\u00a0 They are <strong>specifically designed to protect the buyer\u2019s investment while giving dealers a powerful, profit-driving tool.<\/strong> By ensuring customer satisfaction and encouraging regular service visits, dealerships will enhance customer loyalty and secure future sales. It\u2019s truly a win-win scenario for both dealers and their customers.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>For more than 50 years, our clients have depended on EFG experts to help them achieve their profitability goals. Our proven team of EFG trainers and experts are here to deliver the types of products that help you sell more units. At <a href=\"https:\/\/www.efgcompanies.com\/\">EFG Companies<\/a>, we\u2019re more than an F&amp;I provider; we\u2019re your business partner in the retail powersports industry. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.efgcompanies.com\/about-efg\/contact-us\/\">Contact us today<\/a> to learn more about how our team can help you achieve your winning strategy.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>I had big plans last weekend to take our side-by-side out for a little excursion to our neighborhood pumpkin patch with the family. 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