The EV Dealer Award recognises the outstanding performance of a vehicle retailer in Northern Ireland in the promotion and sales of electric vehicles.
The award winner will demonstrate how it has risen to the challenge of electric cars and vans through staff and customer education, sales and after sales, marketing and showroom display, and investment in EV infrastructure.
They will demonstrate market leadership and have a strong presence in the automotive industry. They will also hold high levels of customers satisfaction and positive feedback.
Essential Eligibility Criteria
- The dealership must have a significant focus on electric vehicles, including both sale and after-sale services, and be operating within Northern Ireland.
Award Criteria
Inventory of EV: Demonstrate a diverse and comprehensive inventory of electric vehicles, demonstrating a commitment to offering a range of options for customers.
Sales Performance in EV: Demonstrate success in the sales of electric vehicles, including growth in sales volume and market share within the EV sector.
After Sales Support in EV: Demonstrate provision of specialised after-sales support for EV owners, including servicing, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
Investment in EV Infrastructure: Evidence of installation of EV charging stations at the dealership for customer use and demonstration purposes.
Customer Education and Training: Demonstrate initiatives to inform and educate customers about the advantages of EVs, charging infrastructure, government incentives, and ownership benefits.
Staff Education and Training: Demonstrate initiatives to educate and train staff about electric vehicles, including product knowledge, benefits, and technical aspects.
Marketing Excellence: Demonstrate effective marketing strategies and promotional activities specifically designed to highlight the dealership’s EV offerings.
Quality & Innovation: Demonstrate a commitment to maintaining high-quality standards in vehicle sales, after-sales services, and overall customer interactions.
Customer Satisfaction and Feedback: Evidence demonstrating high levels of customer satisfaction in the past twelve months.
Corporate Social Responsibility: Demonstrate the Impact of CSR initiatives on the community or environment in the past 12 months.
Submissions should be clear, concise, and supported by verifiable evidence or data where possible. Each criterion should be addressed individually, providing specific examples or case studies that demonstrate excellence and distinguish the EV dealer from its competitors.
The judging panel may request to interview or set a test for an entrant as enhanced assessment if required.
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