Mobility Software Leader Clutch Technologies Sees Positive Outlook for Flexible Access Category
- Porsche, Lexus, Toyota and others lead continued expansion of Clutch-powered alternative ownership programs.
- Nearly 3 out of 4 in-market shoppers would consider a car subscription service instead of purchasing or leasing.
- Mix of personalized transportation solutions - flexlease, on-demand rental and subscription - simplify consumer mobility needs.
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ATLANTA, May 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ Clutch Technologies continued commitment to innovation is helping vehicle dealers, manufacturers and fleet operators build more resilient businesses with next-generation flexible vehicle access products that deliver memorable customer experiences and unlock new revenue streams. According to a recent Autotrader Consumer Segmentation Study, nearly 3 out of 4 in-market shoppers would consider a car subscription service instead of purchasing or
May 4, 2021
Yes, the Porsche Taycan is flying out of dealerships. And yes, it charges rapidly. But you may not have heard much about the most vanguard feature on Stuttgart’s newest electric vehicle.
For $474 up front or $12 a month Porsche HQ will remotely switch on what it calls the intelligent range manager, an over-the-air software update that limits the maximum speed and tweaks the car’s navigation system to stretch how far it will travel on a single charge.
The what, in this case, isn’t as interesting as the how. Taking a cue from Tesla, Porsche is finally treating its 5,000-pound computer like the SAS platform that it is. It’s selling a slightly brighter shade of green like a Netflix subscription or some kind of extra swag in a video game. Get ready to see a lot more of this.
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For $474 up front or $12 a month Porsche HQ will remotely switch on what it calls the intelligent range manager, an over-the-air software update that limits the maximum speed and tweaks the car’s navigation system to stretch how far it will travel on a single charge.
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what, in this case, isn’t as interesting as the
how. Taking a cue from Tesla, Porsche is finally treating its 5,000-pound computer like the SAS platform that it is. It’s selling a slightly brighter shade of green like a Netflix subscription or some kind of extra swag in a video game. Get ready to see a lot more of this.
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The auto industry refines a new way to sell; it’s also coming up with new things to sell, including a range of features that have never been on a vehicle.
Yes, the Porsche Taycan is flying out of dealerships. And yes, it charges faster than a knife fight in a phone booth. But you may not have heard much about the most vanguard feature on Stuttgart s newest electric whip.
For $474 upfront or $12 a month Porsche HQ will remotely switch on what it calls the intelligent range manager, an over-the-air software update that limits the maximum speed and tweaks the car’s navigation system to stretch how far it will travel on a single charge.