Vacationing with the kids can be a drag if the trip is a long one, take it from someone who's dad wouldn't stop unless you were about to wet your pants. It can be quite boring too. So look at it this way. Consider the "road" part of the trip and make it as exciting a part as your vacation. What if, along the way, you could take a coastline excursion with
*seal- and whale-watching opportunities? *Or how about a drive through the Amish countryside with its Old World charm?
With opportunities like these, many travelers will agree that getting there is half the fun. America is full of breathtaking views:
*winding country roads, *Scenic mountain passes, *awe-inspiring national parks and majestic waterfalls.
So if you focus on just getting to your destination without stopping to enjoy the journey, you can miss out on some of the best scenery the country has to offer.
A road trip is an ideal opportunity for adventure - a time to stray from your usual path, discover new places and visit some of the country's lesser-known treasures. With that in mind, the "America's Legendary Drives" link on www.fire stone.com is a directory containing 100 Scenic roads in the United States and interesting sights to see along each one."This selection of roadways is perfect for travelers who like to dally in towns and locations that other roadways bypass or that have simply been forgotten," said Bob Kocher, automotive and travel writer who was part of the team that selected the featured roadways for Bridgestone/Firestone's compilation.
The link features both long and short drives, grouped by state. Each listing includes total mileage from start to finish, a narrative describing points of interest (such as parks, museums and monuments) and "must-eat" restaurant recommendations. Whether you are planning a week-long getaway or a short day trip, this resource - launched at the height of the summer travel season - can be used anytime for planning an unforgettable driving vacation.
So have fun and bring the kids, after all, their not going to stay small forever, and you want them to remember!
Sunday, May 17, 2009
The current Economic Crisis, like most recessions at this stage, is operating very much against Motorists and Consumers interests right now
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In my area of Automotive after-market for example, every time a vehicle manufacturer reckons he’s designed a car with consumables that are locked into him, the prices for those parts go through the roof. In a normal financial climate, this tendency is tempered by the less well known suppliers launching alternatives at much more sensible prices. This time around, however, the boot is well and truly on the foot of the Multi-Nationals, and from what I’ve seen and heard, they are, to put it very mildly, taking full advantage of the situation.
This has largely happened because so much of our manufacturing has moved from quite local production to China and other parts of the Far East. These long distances to market, mean that any-one trying to compete against the big boys has to buy relatively big quantities per order. On top of that, it’s always been the case that orders placed in that part of the world need to be paid for at the time of ordering. In the new difficult economic climate, fewer small to medium companies are ready or able to do that. This is markedly reducing the competition
A friend of mine owns a people carrier made by one of the leading vehicle manufacturers. He needed new Wiper Blades, and the Wiper Blades on his car were 2 different lengths.
He went to the main dealer who quoted him an outrageous price for classic metal-framed Wiper Blades with rubber blades, however the outrageous price wasn’t the end of the abuse. They then told him that they only sold Wiper Blades in packs of 2 of the same length. He got the same story at the Big Brand Original Equipment Wiper Blade Manufacturer, and more astonishingly from one of the UK’s leading Wiper Blade retailers.
So, to get a pair of original Wiper Blades for his vehicle, he would have to buy 2 pairs! That looks bad enough already, but remember, rubber Wiper Blades degrade without even being used. That’s why the manufacturers warn you that you’ll have to replace them within six to twelve months. So it’s very probable that the “spare” Wiper Blades would be little better than the first set when they wore out.
I managed to sort out my friend with a set of Silicone Retrofit Flat Wiper Blades for a lot less than he would have paid for the dealers old fashioned metal framed rubber bladed Wiper Blades. Typically, Silicone Wiper Blades come with a 12 month warranty and in practice they last three to five times longer than rubber Wiper Blades. Silicone Wiper Blades are the Best Wiper Blades for performance and longlife, but they often cost less than the OEM items. Additionally, the supplier was more than ready to sell one wiper blade of each length. In fact that’s the only way he sold them.
So the lesson is: Snoop around the Financial Crisis is squeezing out smaller competitors and the big companies are already Financial Crisisseizing the opportunity.
This has largely happened because so much of our manufacturing has moved from quite local production to China and other parts of the Far East. These long distances to market, mean that any-one trying to compete against the big boys has to buy relatively big quantities per order. On top of that, it’s always been the case that orders placed in that part of the world need to be paid for at the time of ordering. In the new difficult economic climate, fewer small to medium companies are ready or able to do that. This is markedly reducing the competition
A friend of mine owns a people carrier made by one of the leading vehicle manufacturers. He needed new Wiper Blades, and the Wiper Blades on his car were 2 different lengths.
He went to the main dealer who quoted him an outrageous price for classic metal-framed Wiper Blades with rubber blades, however the outrageous price wasn’t the end of the abuse. They then told him that they only sold Wiper Blades in packs of 2 of the same length. He got the same story at the Big Brand Original Equipment Wiper Blade Manufacturer, and more astonishingly from one of the UK’s leading Wiper Blade retailers.
So, to get a pair of original Wiper Blades for his vehicle, he would have to buy 2 pairs! That looks bad enough already, but remember, rubber Wiper Blades degrade without even being used. That’s why the manufacturers warn you that you’ll have to replace them within six to twelve months. So it’s very probable that the “spare” Wiper Blades would be little better than the first set when they wore out.
I managed to sort out my friend with a set of Silicone Retrofit Flat Wiper Blades for a lot less than he would have paid for the dealers old fashioned metal framed rubber bladed Wiper Blades. Typically, Silicone Wiper Blades come with a 12 month warranty and in practice they last three to five times longer than rubber Wiper Blades. Silicone Wiper Blades are the Best Wiper Blades for performance and longlife, but they often cost less than the OEM items. Additionally, the supplier was more than ready to sell one wiper blade of each length. In fact that’s the only way he sold them.
So the lesson is: Snoop around the Financial Crisis is squeezing out smaller competitors and the big companies are already Financial Crisisseizing the opportunity.
The present Economic Crisis, like most downturns at this stage, is working very much against Drivers and Consumers interests just now
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Labels: is working very much against Drivers and Consumers interests just now, like most downturns at this stage, The present Economic Crisis
In my field of Automotive after-market for example, every time an automotive manufacturer feels he’s produced a car with consumables that are locked into him, the prices for those parts go crazy. In a normal financial situation, this tendency is thwarted by the less well known suppliers developing alternatives at much more reasonable prices. This time around, however, the boot is well and truly on the foot of the Multi-Nationals, and from what I’ve seen and heard, they are, to put it extremely mildly, taking full advantage of the situation.
This has mainly happened because so much of our manufacturing has switched from fairly local production to China and other parts of the Far East. These long distances to the consumer, mean that any-one wanting to compete against the big boys has to buy very large quantities per order. On top of that, it’s always been the case that orders placed in that part of the world have to be paid for at the time of ordering. In the new difficult economic times, fewer small to medium companies are prepared or able to do that. This is critically depressing the competition
A friend of mine drives a people carrier made by one of the leading automotive makers. He needed new Car Wiper Blades, and the Wiper Blades on his car were 2 different lengths.
He visited the main dealer who quoted him an outrageous price for traditional metal-framed Wiper Blades with rubber blades, however the outrageous price wasn’t the end of the abuse. They then told him that they only sold Wiper Blades in packs of 2 of the same length. He got the same story at the Big Brand Original Equipment Wiper Blade Manufacturer, and more surprisingly from one of the UK’s leading Wiper Blade retailers.
So, to get a pair of original Wiper Blades for his car, he would need to buy 2 pairs! That looks bad enough already, but consider, rubber Wiper Blades degrade without even being used. That’s why the makers warn you that you’ll have to change them within 6 – 12 months. So it’s extremely likely that the “spare” Wiper Blades would be little better than the first set when they wore out.
I managed to sort out my friend with a pair of Silicone Retrofit Flat Wiper Blades for a lot less than he would have paid for the dealers old fashioned metal framed rubber bladed Wiper Blades. Typically, Silicone Wiper Blades come with a 12 month warranty and in reality they last 3 – 5 times longer than rubber Wiper Blades. Silicone Wiper Blades are the Best Wiper Blades for performance and longlife, but they often cost less than the OEM items. On top of all that, the supplier was more than happy to sell 1 wiper blade of each size. In fact that’s the only way he sold them.
So the lesson is: Shop around the Financial Crisis is pushing out smaller competitors and the big brands are already Financial Crisisseizing the opportunity.
This has mainly happened because so much of our manufacturing has switched from fairly local production to China and other parts of the Far East. These long distances to the consumer, mean that any-one wanting to compete against the big boys has to buy very large quantities per order. On top of that, it’s always been the case that orders placed in that part of the world have to be paid for at the time of ordering. In the new difficult economic times, fewer small to medium companies are prepared or able to do that. This is critically depressing the competition
A friend of mine drives a people carrier made by one of the leading automotive makers. He needed new Car Wiper Blades, and the Wiper Blades on his car were 2 different lengths.
He visited the main dealer who quoted him an outrageous price for traditional metal-framed Wiper Blades with rubber blades, however the outrageous price wasn’t the end of the abuse. They then told him that they only sold Wiper Blades in packs of 2 of the same length. He got the same story at the Big Brand Original Equipment Wiper Blade Manufacturer, and more surprisingly from one of the UK’s leading Wiper Blade retailers.
So, to get a pair of original Wiper Blades for his car, he would need to buy 2 pairs! That looks bad enough already, but consider, rubber Wiper Blades degrade without even being used. That’s why the makers warn you that you’ll have to change them within 6 – 12 months. So it’s extremely likely that the “spare” Wiper Blades would be little better than the first set when they wore out.
I managed to sort out my friend with a pair of Silicone Retrofit Flat Wiper Blades for a lot less than he would have paid for the dealers old fashioned metal framed rubber bladed Wiper Blades. Typically, Silicone Wiper Blades come with a 12 month warranty and in reality they last 3 – 5 times longer than rubber Wiper Blades. Silicone Wiper Blades are the Best Wiper Blades for performance and longlife, but they often cost less than the OEM items. On top of all that, the supplier was more than happy to sell 1 wiper blade of each size. In fact that’s the only way he sold them.
So the lesson is: Shop around the Financial Crisis is pushing out smaller competitors and the big brands are already Financial Crisisseizing the opportunity.
One Stop Shop
As the name implies a one stop shop is a place of business that provides customer's with a variety of services or products in a single location. Back in the 1920's the phrase was coined concerning an auto repair service. People were at the time hunting for bargains and the shop found a phrase that seemed to stick. Today this phrase, one stop shop, has produced countless success and is widely used to bolster marketing efforts. The term one stop shop has been used to entice customers and provide companies with increased attention for decades. It has become a business model that has proven results as well. Many single product specific merchandisers have diversified their product line as a result. Grocery stores have included pharmacy and banking as well as automotive products. This as a result of the one stop shop theory increased revenue and provided convenience to consumers. This is by far the least example of how this business example has pervaded the economy. In the 1990's many so-called mega stores began to be built under the business model of a one stop shop. However it was soon learned or perceived by customer's that better prices could be found at specialty stores. The age of one stop shopping seemed to have outlasted a bargain driven consumer.
With today's inflationary economy, price is always the bottom line. Many dollars of gas can be used to try to find the best price for goods and services. The one stop shop business model is still widely used, only now it has been adapted to only those goods and services within the niche of the products being sold. While such stores as Walmart and Target provide a limited variety of products, there are shopping malls and "strip malls" that have a multitude of products within one location. With almost 50,000,000 sites on the Internet offering one stop shopping, it is clear the that the one stop shop is here to stay.
Go To http://crhdogsite.dealsmall.com/public_side/
With today's inflationary economy, price is always the bottom line. Many dollars of gas can be used to try to find the best price for goods and services. The one stop shop business model is still widely used, only now it has been adapted to only those goods and services within the niche of the products being sold. While such stores as Walmart and Target provide a limited variety of products, there are shopping malls and "strip malls" that have a multitude of products within one location. With almost 50,000,000 sites on the Internet offering one stop shopping, it is clear the that the one stop shop is here to stay.
Go To http://crhdogsite.dealsmall.com/public_side/
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Terrific, LOW PRICES - from famous manufacturers! Finest Quality shipped direct to you... It's fast and easy! Saves you time and money! WE OFFER AN UNCONDITIONAL 100% MONEY BACK GUARANTEE!
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The Same Is Lame: Your Automotive Marketing Sucks. Here's What You Can Do About It
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The Same Is Lame: Your Automotive Marketing Sucks. Here's What You Can Do About It.
"All car dealers are the same. They just want to rip you off. Used car dealers are the worst!"
We don't believe this stereotypical statement - but many of your potential customers do.
Why shouldn't they lump all car dealers in the same category? Most dealerships look, act, sound, and feel like all the others.
The biggest part of the problem is that most car dealers ADVERTISE the same. And that's what your potential customers see first - your advertising.
If your advertising looks the same, people assume that everything else you do is the same too. And since all used car dealers are "out to rip us off," you must not be any different.
Off course, this isn't the case at your store.
So if you're not like those stereotypical used car dealers, why advertise like them? Same is lame.
But the good news is you can fight back - with a vengeance!
These are the basic ingredients you'll need to market smarter and make a bold and clear statement that you ARE NOT that stereotypical used car dealer.
1. Do The Opposite: One great way to get more than your fair share of the market is to take Earl Nightingale's advice, "If you want to be successful, look at what everyone else is doing, and do the opposite."
So why aren't you trying to be different?
Most dealers all have similar backgrounds and experiences in the business. But the opportunity for success and the attention of your prospects is endless.
You must become a risk-taker. Status quo thinking and common sense action delivers status quo and common results. If you are seeking more than average results and success you need to do the opposite.
Doing what's comfortable is safe for you - but boring for your customers. Boring is invisible and invisible means no sale.
2. Give Value First: At the beginning of every customer/dealer relationship there is a set of emotions like fear, distrust, uncertainty and lack of knowledge that exists and stands between you and the sale. Think of this as the Mighty Wall Of Mistrust.
In the car business it's a higher and thicker wall than in any other business. Most dealers and sales people try to do a standing jump over the wall, only to miss it by a mile.
It's foolish to try to jump the wall in a single bound. The smart thing to do is break the wall down from the bottom, brick by brick.
By providing your customers with valuable information you put yourself on the same side of the table as them. You become a trusted advisor instead of a sales person.
This allows you to chip away at the wall more quickly and ultimately overcome all the emotions that stand in the way of the sale.
3. Create An Irresistible Offer: While all of your competitors are screaming price or payment, service or selection, you must create a truly compelling, irresistible offer.
Analyze your dealership and find out what you do that your competitors don't do (or don't talk about) that delivers a high return on investment for your customers.
Focus on the value-added services your store provides. Do you offer a unique warranty or satisfaction guarantee? Do you include a maintenance package with your vehicles? Do you give free car washes to your customers on Thursdays?
This is not about pulling silly marketing stunts like pink gorillas on your roof or talking dogs in your commercials. This is about offering a truly unique and valuable experience and benefit to your customers that effectively removes you from the commodity pricing game.
"All car dealers are the same. They just want to rip you off. Used car dealers are the worst!"
We don't believe this stereotypical statement - but many of your potential customers do.
Why shouldn't they lump all car dealers in the same category? Most dealerships look, act, sound, and feel like all the others.
The biggest part of the problem is that most car dealers ADVERTISE the same. And that's what your potential customers see first - your advertising.
If your advertising looks the same, people assume that everything else you do is the same too. And since all used car dealers are "out to rip us off," you must not be any different.
Off course, this isn't the case at your store.
So if you're not like those stereotypical used car dealers, why advertise like them? Same is lame.
But the good news is you can fight back - with a vengeance!
These are the basic ingredients you'll need to market smarter and make a bold and clear statement that you ARE NOT that stereotypical used car dealer.
1. Do The Opposite: One great way to get more than your fair share of the market is to take Earl Nightingale's advice, "If you want to be successful, look at what everyone else is doing, and do the opposite."
So why aren't you trying to be different?
Most dealers all have similar backgrounds and experiences in the business. But the opportunity for success and the attention of your prospects is endless.
You must become a risk-taker. Status quo thinking and common sense action delivers status quo and common results. If you are seeking more than average results and success you need to do the opposite.
Doing what's comfortable is safe for you - but boring for your customers. Boring is invisible and invisible means no sale.
2. Give Value First: At the beginning of every customer/dealer relationship there is a set of emotions like fear, distrust, uncertainty and lack of knowledge that exists and stands between you and the sale. Think of this as the Mighty Wall Of Mistrust.
In the car business it's a higher and thicker wall than in any other business. Most dealers and sales people try to do a standing jump over the wall, only to miss it by a mile.
It's foolish to try to jump the wall in a single bound. The smart thing to do is break the wall down from the bottom, brick by brick.
By providing your customers with valuable information you put yourself on the same side of the table as them. You become a trusted advisor instead of a sales person.
This allows you to chip away at the wall more quickly and ultimately overcome all the emotions that stand in the way of the sale.
3. Create An Irresistible Offer: While all of your competitors are screaming price or payment, service or selection, you must create a truly compelling, irresistible offer.
Analyze your dealership and find out what you do that your competitors don't do (or don't talk about) that delivers a high return on investment for your customers.
Focus on the value-added services your store provides. Do you offer a unique warranty or satisfaction guarantee? Do you include a maintenance package with your vehicles? Do you give free car washes to your customers on Thursdays?
This is not about pulling silly marketing stunts like pink gorillas on your roof or talking dogs in your commercials. This is about offering a truly unique and valuable experience and benefit to your customers that effectively removes you from the commodity pricing game.
Your School's 3 Easy Steps to a New LED Moving Message Sign for FREE
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If you really want your school to make an impression on your community, you know it takes great academics, teachers, and administrators. But it also takes a great sign. Exterior school signs are a must to identify your campus. Those with a changeable message or electronic moving message (LED) areas are even more useful. They not only identify your facility, but also increase communication with students, parents and your community.
Announcing events, promoting fundraisers and recognizing achievements are only a few examples of the benefits of exterior school signs with message areas. While many schools lack the necessary funds to buy or lease these valuable signs, many schools have found a way push their signs into the 21st century at absolutely no cost to them.
Take Apollo Beach Elementary School in Florida, for example. Apollo Beach Elementary was one of the schools that put up a new LED electronic message center sign for free. They were got donations from local businesses to cover the cost of the sign. The companies donated funds for the new sign in exchange for the school featuring their company name on the base of the sign.
And the best part of the deal -- everyone benefitted. The school received a brand new sign to help increase communication with everyone who passes by the school each day. And the community recognizes the businesses as generous supporters of the school -- which is good for their business.
You can get a free sign for your school too! All you have to do is simply follow these three easy steps:
(1) Determine who would be the best person or group to approach local businesses. In some cases, this might be the headmaster or superintendent. But it could be members of student organizations, such as student council, Key Club, Beta Club, or the National Honor Society. Or it could be students from the athletic department, such as cheerleaders or specific team members.
In some schools, it's the PTA/PTO or booster clubs that are best positioned to contact the businesses (in fact, some of them may own those businesses). And still other schools use a combination of the three.
After you've determined who will approach the businesses, it's time for the second step.
(2) Identify which businesses in your community are most likely to sponsor a school sign. The types of businesses that have been known to sponsor sign projects for other schools include:
* Insurance Agencies * Real Estate Agencies * Service Organizations (Junior League, MADD, etc.) * Automotive Dealers * Service Businesses * Dentists * Pediatricians * Restaurants
However, this is by no means an exhaustive list. There are plenty of retail stores and other businesses in your community you should contact.
These first two steps are vital to your success. But neither of them are as important as the third step.
(3) You have to know what to say before you talk to these businesses. Here are some ways to prepare:
* Develop a sample script to follow when you contact the businesses. A script will give you confidence and it will show the business that you've done your homework. * Obtain a quote from a reputable sign company, preferably one that specializes in school signs and provides a lifetime warranty. When the business sees you're in this for the long haul, they're more likely to become a sponsor. * Be sure to tell them the benefits that the sign will bring to the school, the community, and to their business. * Before you contact the business, send them a letter or postcard (everyone reads postcards) and following up with a phone call. Ask if you can stop by to tell them about the school and what they will be sponsoring. Tell them their name will remain on the sign permanently.
Does this method work? Absolutely! Wentzville Schools followed these steps and received donations in the range of $15,000 from builders in their area for new school signs. You too can work with your local businesses and let your community know about the good things that are happening at your school! Businesses will want to be a part of your success and vision.
Announcing events, promoting fundraisers and recognizing achievements are only a few examples of the benefits of exterior school signs with message areas. While many schools lack the necessary funds to buy or lease these valuable signs, many schools have found a way push their signs into the 21st century at absolutely no cost to them.
Take Apollo Beach Elementary School in Florida, for example. Apollo Beach Elementary was one of the schools that put up a new LED electronic message center sign for free. They were got donations from local businesses to cover the cost of the sign. The companies donated funds for the new sign in exchange for the school featuring their company name on the base of the sign.
And the best part of the deal -- everyone benefitted. The school received a brand new sign to help increase communication with everyone who passes by the school each day. And the community recognizes the businesses as generous supporters of the school -- which is good for their business.
You can get a free sign for your school too! All you have to do is simply follow these three easy steps:
(1) Determine who would be the best person or group to approach local businesses. In some cases, this might be the headmaster or superintendent. But it could be members of student organizations, such as student council, Key Club, Beta Club, or the National Honor Society. Or it could be students from the athletic department, such as cheerleaders or specific team members.
In some schools, it's the PTA/PTO or booster clubs that are best positioned to contact the businesses (in fact, some of them may own those businesses). And still other schools use a combination of the three.
After you've determined who will approach the businesses, it's time for the second step.
(2) Identify which businesses in your community are most likely to sponsor a school sign. The types of businesses that have been known to sponsor sign projects for other schools include:
* Insurance Agencies * Real Estate Agencies * Service Organizations (Junior League, MADD, etc.) * Automotive Dealers * Service Businesses * Dentists * Pediatricians * Restaurants
However, this is by no means an exhaustive list. There are plenty of retail stores and other businesses in your community you should contact.
These first two steps are vital to your success. But neither of them are as important as the third step.
(3) You have to know what to say before you talk to these businesses. Here are some ways to prepare:
* Develop a sample script to follow when you contact the businesses. A script will give you confidence and it will show the business that you've done your homework. * Obtain a quote from a reputable sign company, preferably one that specializes in school signs and provides a lifetime warranty. When the business sees you're in this for the long haul, they're more likely to become a sponsor. * Be sure to tell them the benefits that the sign will bring to the school, the community, and to their business. * Before you contact the business, send them a letter or postcard (everyone reads postcards) and following up with a phone call. Ask if you can stop by to tell them about the school and what they will be sponsoring. Tell them their name will remain on the sign permanently.
Does this method work? Absolutely! Wentzville Schools followed these steps and received donations in the range of $15,000 from builders in their area for new school signs. You too can work with your local businesses and let your community know about the good things that are happening at your school! Businesses will want to be a part of your success and vision.
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