in the united states and canada , a franchised new-car and - truck dealership is a retailer that sells new and also possibly used cars , including certified preowned vehicles , employs trained automotive technicians , and offers financing .

in the united states , direct manufacturer auto sales are prohibited in almost every state by franchise laws requiring that new cars be sold only by dealers .

used car dealerships carry cars from many different manufacturers , while new car dealerships are generally franchises associated with only one manufacturer .

some new car dealerships may carry multiple brands from the same manufacturer .

in some locales , dealerships have been consolidated and a single owner may control a chain of dealerships representing several different manufacturers .

new car dealerships also sell used cars , and take in trade-ins and/or purchase used vehicles at auction .

most dealerships also provide a series of additional services for car buyers and owners , which are sometimes more profitable than the core business of selling cars .

car dealerships in north america

pedro mota president , north america rolls - royce motor cars north america ( 201 ) 307 - 4117 p . o . box 1227 westwood , nj - 07675 urltoken
nissan north america ' s u . s . sales and market share have risen .
jose munoz cpo , nissan motor co . , chairman , nissan north america inc . nissan north america ( 615 ) 725 - 1000 one nissan way franklin , tn - 37067 urltoken
kim mccullough vp marketing , jaguar land rover north america jaguar land rover north america ( 201 ) 818 - 8500 555 macarthur blvd . mahwah , nj - 07430 jaguarusa . com ; urltoken
david chambers vp finance , jaguar land rover north america jaguar land rover north america ( 201 ) 818 - 8500 555 macarthur blvd . mahwah , nj - 07430 jaguarusa . com ; urltoken
tom lake vp north american purchasing honda north america inc . ( 937 ) 642 - 5000 24025 honda pkwy . marysville , oh - 43040 urltoken
jack devine vp sales operations , jaguar land rover north america jaguar land rover north america ( 201 ) 818 - 8500 555 macarthur blvd . mahwah , nj - 07430 jaguarusa . com ; urltoken
eric johnston vp customer service , jaguar land rover north america jaguar land rover north america ( 201 ) 818 - 8500 555 macarthur blvd . mahwah , nj - 07430 jaguarusa . com ; urltoken
joachim eberhardt president & ceo , jaguar land rover north america jaguar land rover north america ( 201 ) 818 - 8500 555 macarthur blvd . mahwah , nj - 07430 jaguarusa . com ; urltoken
christopher marchand executive vp operations , jaguar land rover north america jaguar land rover north america ( 201 ) 818 - 8500 555 macarthur blvd . mahwah , nj - 07430 jaguarusa . com ; urltoken
jeffrey smith vp north american corporate communications honda north america inc . ( 937 ) 642 - 5000 24025 honda pkwy . marysville , oh - 43040 urltoken
jeff and matt greenberg , who are owners of nissan dealerships in bedford and mentor , and mike d’amato , who sells cars in north olmsted and sheffield village , claim nissan north america illegally gave millions of dollars to bernie moreno , while they received nothing .
in order to assist customers . this includes vacuuming and prepping the cars , shuttling cars to and from car washes and dealerships for servicing , car transports . . .
stuart schorr vp communications & public affairs , jaguar land rover north america jaguar land rover north america ( 201 ) 818 - 8500 555 macarthur blvd . mahwah , nj - 07430 jaguarusa . com ; urltoken
volkswagen group of america and audi of america have been recognized as members of the north american candidate experience awards for meeting high standards of candidate experience excellence .
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takeshi yamaguchi senior vp research & development , nissan technical center na , ( ntcna ) , nissan north america inc . nissan north america ( 615 ) 725 - 1000 one nissan way franklin , tn - 37067 urltoken
senior vp research & development , nissan technical center na , ( ntcna ) , nissan north america inc .
but for the first three months of this year , nissan north america outsold american honda , including acura .
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the time - honoured tradition of buying a shiny new sports car or a chrome - lined pickup truck from a lot may no longer exist a decade from now , according to a new report that paints a bleak future for auto dealerships in north america .
apply for a new or used car loan or refinance your existing auto loan at bank of america .
arbib and seba are nonetheless confident of their forecast , and believe that changing attitudes to car ownership will ultimately imperil dealerships .
car salesmen are normally paid on the gross profit of a car deal . since dealer holdback is built into a new car ' s invoice , car salesmen miss out on any commissions related to holdback .
nissan north america inc . one nissan way franklin , tn 37067 phone : ( 615 ) 725 - 1000 visit urltoken visit urltoken
tony tullio cfo maserati north america inc . ( 201 ) 816 - 2600 one chrysler drive auburn hills , mi - 48326 urltoken
what does that mean for car companies ? it means that if they want to sell one car in europe and also in america , they have to develop three versions of it . that ain ' t cheap .
manabu kuroda president , mitsubishi motors r & d ; of america inc . mitsubishi motors north america inc . ( 714 ) 372 - 6000 6400 katella ave . cypress , ca - 90630 urltoken
north america uses different frequency bands than the rest of the world . therefore , only phones that can operate on three or more bands can actually ' roam ' internationally . the rest of the world uses 900 and 1800 bands , north america uses 850 and 1900 .
gianluca guzzo cfo ferrari north america inc . ( 201 ) 816 - 2600 250 sylvan ave . englewood cliffs , nj - 07632 urltoken
gary johnson vp north america manufacturing ford motor co . ( 313 ) 322 - 3000 one american road dearborn , mi - 48126 urltoken
george mauro director aftersales maserati north america inc . ( 201 ) 816 - 2600 one chrysler drive auburn hills , mi - 48326 urltoken
michael sachs director marketing maserati north america inc . ( 201 ) 816 - 2600 one chrysler drive auburn hills , mi - 48326 urltoken
glenn garde vp aftersales porsche cars north america inc . ( 770 ) 290 - 3500 one porsche drive atlanta , ga - 30354 urltoken
andre oosthuizen vp marketing porsche cars north america inc . ( 770 ) 290 - 3500 one porsche drive atlanta , ga - 30354 urltoken
bmw wants to change the environment of its dealerships simply because
we know over the last 10 years consumers come into dealerships less to learn about cars ,
miles said .
most car manufacturers require dealerships to verify that customers are not buying cars to quickly export them to overseas markets . dealers can be penalized if a new car sold in the united states is traced to a subsequent buyer overseas .
we are the largest car dealer buying group in north america . we are over 1 , 750 car dealers who have decided to innovate and combine the words : business and creativity . our secret is very simple and the reward , you will find out , is surprising .
thomas vitale vp sales ferrari north america inc . ( 201 ) 816 - 2600 250 sylvan ave . englewood cliffs , nj - 07632 urltoken
toshiaki mikoshiba president & ceo honda north america inc . ( 937 ) 642 - 5000 24025 honda pkwy . marysville , oh - 43040 urltoken
soichiro takizawa senior executive vp honda north america inc . ( 937 ) 642 - 5000 24025 honda pkwy . marysville , oh - 43040 urltoken
hideki wakamatsu senior vp quality honda north america inc . ( 937 ) 642 - 5000 24025 honda pkwy . marysville , oh - 43040 urltoken
steve beahm president & ceo maserati north america inc . ( 201 ) 816 - 2600 one chrysler drive auburn hills , mi - 48326 urltoken
robert angner director product planning maserati north america inc . ( 201 ) 816 - 2600 one chrysler drive auburn hills , mi - 48326 urltoken
brad davis director sales operations maserati north america inc . ( 201 ) 816 - 2600 one chrysler drive auburn hills , mi - 48326 urltoken
francine harsini senior director mitsubishi motors north america inc . ( 714 ) 372 - 6000 6400 katella ave . cypress , ca - 90630 urltoken
klaus zellmer president & ceo porsche cars north america inc . ( 770 ) 290 - 3500 one porsche drive atlanta , ga - 30354 urltoken
christian koenig vp public relations porsche cars north america inc . ( 770 ) 290 - 3500 one porsche drive atlanta , ga - 30354 urltoken
simon kuhnimhof vp customer relations porsche cars north america inc . ( 770 ) 290 - 3500 one porsche drive atlanta , ga - 30354 urltoken
your car payment covers more than the cost of the car—and a lower payment may not always save you money .
ford to end sedan sales in u . s . —keeps mustang , new focus suv it’s the end of an era for ford motor co . ( ford ) , after the company announced plans to end sales of most passenger car models in north america .
chairman and chief executive officer , michelin north america . presided over the restructuring of the company after its acquisition of the uniroyal goodrich tire company .
krista florin director of communications ferrari north america inc . ( 201 ) 816 - 2600 250 sylvan ave . englewood cliffs , nj - 07632 urltoken
paige hope director of marketing ferrari north america inc . ( 201 ) 816 - 2600 250 sylvan ave . englewood cliffs , nj - 07632 urltoken
enzo francesconi vp of aftersales ferrari north america inc . ( 201 ) 816 - 2600 250 sylvan ave . englewood cliffs , nj - 07632 urltoken
tetsuya tsutsui vp hr & diversity honda north america inc . ( 937 ) 642 - 5000 24025 honda pkwy . marysville , oh - 43040 urltoken
jon minto senior vp production planning honda north america inc . ( 937 ) 642 - 5000 24025 honda pkwy . marysville , oh - 43040 urltoken
dan smith senior vp , quality honda north america inc . ( 937 ) 642 - 5000 24025 honda pkwy . marysville , oh - 43040 urltoken
david cordero vp & legal counsel maserati north america inc . ( 201 ) 816 - 2600 one chrysler drive auburn hills , mi - 48326 urltoken
anthony joseph president mclaren north america ( 646 ) 429 - 8916 750 3 ave . , ste . 2400 new york , ny - 10017 urltoken
mark chaffin vp fixed operations mitsubishi motors north america inc . ( 714 ) 372 - 6000 6400 katella ave . cypress , ca - 90630 urltoken
ken konieczka vp sales operations mitsubishi motors north america inc . ( 714 ) 372 - 6000 6400 katella ave . cypress , ca - 90630 urltoken
john mcelroy senior general counsel mitsubishi motors north america inc . ( 714 ) 372 - 6000 6400 katella ave . cypress , ca - 90630 urltoken
ryujiro kobashi president & ceo mitsubishi motors north america inc . ( 714 ) 372 - 6000 6400 katella ave . cypress , ca - 90630 urltoken
thierry kartochian executive vp & cfo porsche cars north america inc . ( 770 ) 290 - 3500 one porsche drive atlanta , ga - 30354 urltoken
joe lawrence executive vp & coo porsche cars north america inc . ( 770 ) 290 - 3500 one porsche drive atlanta , ga - 30354 urltoken
nissan also has succeeded in restoring the lagging sentra compact car to its past glories .
the easiest way to save money when buying your next car is to have car dealers compete with each other in an online price bidding war .
a training video for prospective car buyers on the website for mr . downs’s company reminds recruits to be careful what they say to sales people at dealerships .
david wertheim vp & general counsel ferrari north america inc . ( 201 ) 816 - 2600 250 sylvan ave . englewood cliffs , nj - 07632 urltoken
to be determined chairman & ceo ferrari north america inc . ( 201 ) 816 - 2600 250 sylvan ave . englewood cliffs , nj - 07632 urltoken
raj nair executive vp & president , north america ford motor co . ( 313 ) 322 - 3000 one american road dearborn , mi - 48126 urltoken
rick schostek executive vp planning & support honda north america inc . ( 937 ) 642 - 5000 24025 honda pkwy . marysville , oh - 43040 urltoken
hirofumi kosaka senior vp law , audit honda north america inc . ( 937 ) 642 - 5000 24025 honda pkwy . marysville , oh - 43040 urltoken
cathy mcevilly senior vp law , audit honda north america inc . ( 937 ) 642 - 5000 24025 honda pkwy . marysville , oh - 43040 urltoken
to be determined director new business development maserati north america inc . ( 201 ) 816 - 2600 one chrysler drive auburn hills , mi - 48326 urltoken
andy thomas vp marketing mclaren north america ( 646 ) 429 - 8916 750 3 ave . , ste . 2400 new york , ny - 10017 urltoken
robert woerner vp sales mclaren north america ( 646 ) 429 - 8916 750 3 ave . , ste . 2400 new york , ny - 10017 urltoken
don swearingen executive vp & coo mitsubishi motors north america inc . ( 714 ) 372 - 6000 6400 katella ave . cypress , ca - 90630 urltoken
joseph folz vp general counsel & secretary porsche cars north america inc . ( 770 ) 290 - 3500 one porsche drive atlanta , ga - 30354 urltoken
moriarty does , however , back up his point by explaining that protectionism in this form isn ' t exactly uncommon in america .
nissan first came to the united states to sell vehicles in 1958 and began importing and making datsun vehicles in the united states under the nissan motor corporation in u . s . a . ( nmc ) , name in 1960 . in 1990 , nissan north america inc . ( nna ) , was created to coordinate all of nissan ' s various activities in north america to enhance the design , development , manufacturing , and marketing of nissan vehicles . in 1998 , the two organizations merged operations under the nissan north america , inc . , name . headquartered in franklin , tennessee , nissan ' s north american operations include automotive styling , engineering , consumer and corporate financing , sales and marketing , distribution and manufacturing for the united states , canada , and mexico .
“the price differential is specifically designed to substantially impair plaintiffs’ ability to fairly compete against the preferred dealerships and transform [ nissan’s ] dealer network by eliminating intra - brand competition among nissan dealers in certain markets , ” the dealerships alleged .
tomomi kosaka executive vp na - e planning honda north america inc . ( 937 ) 642 - 5000 24025 honda pkwy . marysville , oh - 43040 urltoken
jim keller vp na auto , acura business honda north america inc . ( 937 ) 642 - 5000 24025 honda pkwy . marysville , oh - 43040 urltoken
simon andrew head of aftersales mclaren north america ( 646 ) 429 - 8916 750 3 ave . , ste . 2400 new york , ny - 10017 urltoken
alaina nosworthy head of finance mclaren north america ( 646 ) 429 - 8916 750 3 ave . , ste . 2400 new york , ny - 10017 urltoken
hiroto saikawa ceo & representative director , nissan motor co . nissan north america ( 615 ) 725 - 1000 one nissan way franklin , tn - 37067 urltoken
bryan riss vp sales rolls - royce motor cars north america ( 201 ) 307 - 4117 p . o . box 1227 westwood , nj - 07675 urltoken
before he joined renault , mr . ghosn was chairman and chief executive officer of michelin north america , where he managed michelin ' s acquisition of the uniroyal goodrich tire company in 1990 .
roberto rossetti vp engineering , u . s . bmw of north america ( 201 ) 307 - 4000 300 chestnut ridge road woodcliff lake , nj - 07677 urltoken
scott morgan head of network development mclaren north america ( 646 ) 429 - 8916 750 3 ave . , ste . 2400 new york , ny - 10017 urltoken
koichi nagafuchi executive vp & co - cfo mitsubishi motors north america inc . ( 714 ) 372 - 6000 6400 katella ave . cypress , ca - 90630 urltoken
dan booth executive vp & co - cfo mitsubishi motors north america inc . ( 714 ) 372 - 6000 6400 katella ave . cypress , ca - 90630 urltoken
astrid fontaine vp human resources , culture & innovation porsche cars north america inc . ( 770 ) 290 - 3500 one porsche drive atlanta , ga - 30354 urltoken
angela bien dealer development manager rolls - royce motor cars north america ( 201 ) 307 - 4117 p . o . box 1227 westwood , nj - 07675 urltoken
bill mchugh national aftersales manager rolls - royce motor cars north america ( 201 ) 307 - 4117 p . o . box 1227 westwood , nj - 07675 urltoken
gerry spahn head of communications rolls - royce motor cars north america ( 201 ) 307 - 4117 p . o . box 1227 westwood , nj - 07675 urltoken
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the vision is brand experience , if you want to differentiate and make the brand unique ,
said detlev von platen , ceo of porsche cars north america .
yvette hunsicker assistant vp , office of inclusion & diversity honda north america inc . ( 937 ) 642 - 5000 24025 honda pkwy . marysville , oh - 43040 urltoken
richard trevisian country sales manager , maserati canada inc . maserati north america inc . ( 201 ) 816 - 2600 one chrysler drive auburn hills , mi - 48326 urltoken
john paolo canton head of public relations mclaren north america ( 646 ) 429 - 8916 750 3 ave . , ste . 2400 new york , ny - 10017 urltoken
brian sullivan vp powertrain operations & nissan battery plant u . s . nissan north america ( 615 ) 725 - 1000 one nissan way franklin , tn - 37067 urltoken
sabine brown general manager , marketing rolls - royce motor cars north america ( 201 ) 307 - 4117 p . o . box 1227 westwood , nj - 07675 urltoken
imagine for a moment that you own over 1 , 750 car dealerships . what would be your purchasing power among your suppliers ? and what would become of your profit margins ? all dealerships know the answers to these questions , but not all take advantage of it like we do .
executive vice president , renault . responsible for advanced research , car engineering and development , car manufacturing , powertrain operations , purchasing and supervision of renault activities in mercosur .
2018 nissan sentra preview one of the three most popular compact cars in the united states in 2017 , the nissan sentra has been sold in america for more than 35 years .
matthias erb chief engineering officer , volkswagen group of america volkswagen of america inc . ( 703 ) 364 - 7000 2200 ferdinand porsche drive herndon , va - 20171 urltoken
pietro zollino executive vp volkswagen group of america group communications volkswagen of america inc . ( 703 ) 364 - 7000 2200 ferdinand porsche drive herndon , va - 20171 urltoken
jaguar land rover north america is experimenting with the way it introduces new vehicles , seeking to bring the right customers into a more intimate setting than a showroom or auto show .
wolfgang hoffmann president , jaguar land rover canada jaguar land rover north america ( 201 ) 818 - 8500 555 macarthur blvd . mahwah , nj - 07430 jaguarusa . com ; urltoken
but that may change as the new york attorney general , eric t . schneiderman , has opened a criminal investigation into activity involving luxury car dealerships in new york and new jersey , people briefed on the matter said .
finally , after prodding , he got to the point : you buy cars for people in china . i front the money . dealerships don’t want to—
but some car shoppers want to know more than just where a car was assembled , particularly if that
american
car comes from a foreign carmaker , such as bmw , hyundai or toyota . they want to know if purchasing a foreign car that ' s made in america will support the u . s . economy . where does the money from that american car wind up ? does it stay in the u . s . , or does it go back to the carmaker ' s home country ?
david durant senior vp aftersales , volkswagen of america inc . volkswagen of america inc . ( 703 ) 364 - 7000 2200 ferdinand porsche drive herndon , va - 20171 urltoken
mike beamish executive vp human resources , volkswagen group of america volkswagen of america inc . ( 703 ) 364 - 7000 2200 ferdinand porsche drive herndon , va - 20171 urltoken
in many , many ways jacad is absolutely right . i have friends who have tried to run “one price” dealerships and they have all failed , miserably .
david detweiler executive vp & general counsel , volkswagen group of america volkswagen of america inc . ( 703 ) 364 - 7000 2200 ferdinand porsche drive herndon , va - 20171 urltoken
hinrich woebcken president & ceo , volkswagen group of america inc . volkswagen of america inc . ( 703 ) 364 - 7000 2200 ferdinand porsche drive herndon , va - 20171 urltoken
wow – jacad pretty much summed it all up…no further questions . i want to own a string of dealerships in my next life – its good to be king…
arbib and seba believe that due to the composition of an electric engine , people will spend less time bringing in their cars to dealerships for repairs and servicing .
it ' s up to you to decide how the financials pencil out in your
american
car purchase .
it will basically be cheaper to ride - share than keep a car ( or two ) in your garage .
@ dougdemuro is the author of plays with cars , which his mother says is “fairly decent . ” he worked as a manager for porsche cars north america before quitting to become a writer .
abdallah shanti executive vp & cio , volkswagen group of america inc . volkswagen of america inc . ( 703 ) 364 - 7000 2200 ferdinand porsche drive herndon , va - 20171 urltoken
la mayor antonio villaraigosa speaks at the grand opening of byd ' s north american headquarters in los angeles on oct . 24 , 2011 .
but no one at nissan north america - - no matter what its dealers might ask - - is backing away from the corporation ' s mission from ghosn . nissan intends to keep growing market share in the united states , as well as in canada and mexico .
to learn more more on how much you should pay for a new car , read my section on how to calculate a fair profit new car offer .
nissan technical center north america ( ntcna ) is responsible for blending technology and engineering to create cars that deliver total customer satisfaction . this process involves interaction and cooperation among all technical departments , which results in
total vehicle development .
and porsche cars north america is building a test track , museum and other features at its new headquarters in atlanta . the company also is adding a los angeles brand center that includes a restaurant and a display of porsche race cars .
david geanacopoulos senior executive vp public affairs & policy , volkswagen group of america volkswagen of america inc . ( 703 ) 364 - 7000 2200 ferdinand porsche drive herndon , va - 20171 urltoken
by comparison , general motors counted 91 , 000 u . s . employees and about 4 , 300 dealerships with more than 250 , 000 workers at the end of 2014 . ford motor co . had 80 , 000 u . s . employees and 3 , 247 dealerships . in 2014 , chrysler had 55 , 000 u . s . workers and 2 , 630 dealerships ( including 218 fiat and alfa romeo showrooms ) .
read the opinions of thousands of car owners who have rated their own vehicles .
domestic manufacturers like general motors , ford , and chrysler offer car dealers a holdback of 3 % of the total msrp of the new car . some manufacturers like bmw , audi , and porsche offer no dealer holdback to a car dealer .
get your car or truck shipped to your home or a convenient nearby location .
every car should be sold with coverage , but your dealer or private seller didn’t / couldn’t offer a warranty . that left you and your car at risk .
for more , see “ what’s driving the connected car , ” september 2014 .
luxury car manufacturers are helping dealers offer the kind of pampering their customers expect .
a new report suggests people will be willing to part with their vehicles if it saves them thousands of dollars a year . that could spell disaster for car dealerships across the continent . ( jason alden / bloomberg )
in canada , nissan canada inc . markets and distributes nissan and infiniti vehicles to canadian dealerships . with offices in vancouver ( bc ) , mississauga ( on ) , and kirkland ( qc ) , nci directly employs 250 full - time staff . there are 187 independent nissan dealerships , 38 infiniti retailers and 45 nissan commercial vehicle dealers across canada .
as a result of the large costs involved in retooling a car only for the american / canadian market , most manufacturers won ' t even dream of spending all of the money to rebuild a model unless they think that it will be a reasonable success in north america . consequently , the us and canada actually have a shockingly low number of car models available compared to most other places . here is an article that also explains why this happens .
the excitement over the increase in production , combined with buffett ' s large investment , bubbled over into plans for opening a headquarters and string of dealerships in the u . s . again , the timing proved impeccable . with banks and businesses in america scaling back in the face of tight credit and withering consumer demand , byd’s planned investment seemed like a beacon of hope on the horizon .
ford ' s f - series pickup remained the bestselling vehicle in america in 2016 , with 820 , 799 trucks sold . ( myung j . chun / los angeles times )
in any case , a lot of dealerships have moved toward the supermarket model , which focus on volume . the name of the game for the larger guys is inventory turn .
jaguar land rover north america spokesman stuart schorr said the company accepts that some vehicles always will slip through the anti - export net , no matter how diligent retailers’ efforts . to that end , jlrna has told dealerships it’s allowable to have 3 percent of sales end up overseas ; anything above that , and a dealer may face the automaker’s wrath .
the goal is to reach out to as many dealerships as possible . learn more on how to use these services to get free no - obligation new car quotes and gain a competitive advantage in my section on how to start a bidding war between dealers online .
redesigned 2020 ford focus adds space , safety , and infotainment . . . ford has released preliminary information on its latest focus , the fourth - generation of the automaker’s global compact car , expected to hit u . s . dealerships in the fall of 2019 .
how the money flows following the money isn ' t easy . all carmakers are global companies and they employ people in multiple nations . they build cars in north and south america , europe , asia and australia . and they pay taxes ( when they pay taxes ) wherever they do business .
christian meunier sr . vp nissan sales & marketing & operations , nissan n . a . & chairman , nissan canada nissan north america ( 615 ) 725 - 1000 one nissan way franklin , tn - 37067 urltoken
the letter also listed a series of warning signs that dealers should watch for in a potential buyer , such as traveling from far away to buy a specific model or paying in cash with no trade - in and no test drive . it says bmw could distribute fewer x5s and x6s to north america if many of them end up in china , where they are especially popular .
i kind of like the styling of some of the kia’s , but wouldn’t consider one just because i don’t even want to walk on the sidewalk in front of dealerships like that .
the mazda cx - 5 vehicle is on display during the 2017 north american international auto show in detroit . ( saul loeb / afp / getty images )
about 95 % of the new car buying process can be done online . you can research , compare and even select a new car from the comfort of your computer .
the franchised new - car dealer model has benefited consumers and their families for generations .
the companies making cars - - ford , gm , etc . - - negotiated deals with car dealers . as the new yorker explained in a 2009 piece , those early deals were weighted heavily against car dealers :
i think it speaks a lot to the american marketplace that we ' ve had a lot of trouble here but done so well in other places ,
said matt jurjevich of byd america .
it might just happen that our brand develops globally before it develops in america .
“what people want is to walk in and buy the car for the same amount the dealer paid for it without haggling . ”
utah and texas : a dealership must not sell cars either saturday or sunday . most choose to close on sunday . michigan : the law states if a dealership is located in a county that has a population below 130 , 000 , it can sell cars on sunday . there is another exception for anyone who observes the sabbath on a different day . nevada : there is no statewide ban on sunday sales except that franchised car dealerships in clark county do have to close on sunday . that is a county ordinance , not a state statute , and it does not apply to used - only dealerships . clark county is north las vegas , las vegas and henderson . rhode island : allowed , open from noon to 6 p . m . maryland : allowed in 4 of 26 counties ( montgomery , charles , prince george and howard ) . north dakota : dealers can be open , but no car sales allowed . therefore most dealerships are closed on sundays .
prior to that , mr . ghosn was the chief operating officer of michelin south america based in brazil ; head of research and development for industrial tires in ladoux , france ; and a plant manager in le puy , france .
that ' s why he doesn ' t think dealerships will soon join the list of businesses lost to advancing technology , like video rental stores .
by offering a genuine integrated approach that allows us to reach our individual objectives , lar has become the indispensable extension of each of your dealerships .
automakers ' policies for dealing with dealerships that sell to exporters vary . porsche issues a chargeback beginning only with a dealership ' s third such sale in a given year , morgan said .
dealerships say they feel pressured by automakers to ask shoppers questions that are pointed , personal—and perhaps illegal—to ensure the car won’t be sold to a straw buyer , e . g . are you really the kind of person who throws down cash to drive off in a sweet ride ?
rethinkx ' s seven - year timeline for the extinction of dealerships may feel a bit too soon for those who can ' t comprehend not owning their own car , but arbib insists the change is coming quicker than you might expect .
to generate interest in the redesigned range rover that goes on sale in march , land rover hosted lavish dinners and receptions this fall in homes of 12
superloyalists
- - people who have owned five or more range rovers . the superloyalists invited friends and associates who would be interested in the nearly $ 100 , 000 suv , said andy goss , ceo of jaguar land rover north america .
of course , this fate does not befall every single crappy used car trade - in . in some cases , an entirely different fate takes hold : they get shipped overseas .
the rethinkx report comes at a time when auto sales in canada have been booming and employment at dealerships is climbing . dealership jobs surpassed 150 , 000 during the first quarter of this year .
zurich offers a wide range of solutions designed specifically to meet the changing risks and profitability needs of franchise auto , motorcycle and powersports and rv dealerships .
this is one thing to watch from car dealers . a car dealer would define a “good deal” as a deal that makes you happy , even if your deal is completely stupid .
selling a car has never been this easy , at least when using vroom .
if you have questions about the used car rule , contact the ftc and request a free copy of the rule or staff compliance guidelines for the used car rule ; both documents explain some aspects of the rule in more detail .
consumers today use their cars as all - purpose vehicles , whether they are commuting alone to work or taking the whole family to the beach . in the future , they may want the flexibility to choose the best solution for a specific purpose , on demand and via their smartphones . we already see early signs that the importance of private - car ownership is declining : in the united states , for example , the share of young people ( 16 to 24 years ) who hold a driver’s license dropped from 76 percent in 2000 to 71 percent in 2013 , while there has been over 30 percent annual growth in car - sharing members in north america and germany over the last five years .
ftc decided to retain its used car rule , which requires automobile dealers to post important warranty information in
buyers guides
. . .
nissan mexicana , s . a . de c . v . , ( nmex ) , was established in 1961 as an importer and distributor of datsun vehicles . in 1966 , nmex became the first japanese - owned automobile production facility in north america . since then , the company has exported more than 5 million vehicles , including the sentra and versa for north america . today , with an annual vehicle manufacturing capacity of more than 800 , 000 , nmex’s three manufacturing facilities produce vehicles , engines and other parts for global distribution , making it the largest car manufacturer and exporter in the country . nmex has more than 14 , 500 employees in all of its manufacturing , distribution , r & d and corporate facilities . since 2009 , nissan has been the best - selling brand in the country with a market share of over 25 percent .
3 . holdbacks enable dealerships to advertise invoice - price sales and sell their vehicles at or near invoice and still make hundreds of dollars on the transaction .
last may , when tesla fought a bill ( and won ) in north carolina that would ban direct - to - consumer car sales , north carolina automobile dealers association president bob glaser argued in favor of it to the associated press .
it ' s a consumer protection ,
he said .
and why we say that is a dealer who has invested a significant amount of capital in a community is more committed to taking care of that area ' s customers .
the lawsuit claims that nissan north america violated several state and federal laws , including the robinson - patman act , which prohibits anti - competitive practices by product producers . the dealership owners are seeking an unnamed amount in damages in addition to asking the court to declare nissan’s incentive program illegal or alternatively order the company to stop implementing it in a manner that discriminates against certain dealers .
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we know that our competitors will try to convince chinese consumers that our relatively lower price tag means the model s is a lesser car ,
tesla wrote on its blog ,
when the real reason their car costs more is that they make double the profit per car in china compared to the united states or europe .
dealer holdback , customer rebates , and incentives allow car dealers to run heavily discounted prices in their print and media advertising . this is another reason you should always read the
fine print
when browsing a car dealer ' s advertisement .
dealerships have an inventory on hand so that consumers can browse and ultimately choose a vehicle . dealerships pay for this inventory when they obtain vehicles from the manufacturer . the amount the dealer pays is the price reflected on the invoice from the manufacturer to the dealer . this is the so - called
invoice price .
the owners of four cleveland - area dealerships are suing nissan based on accusations that they were unfairly burdened by financial incentives that the automaker gave to a competitor .
bmw and land rover each sent lengthy letters to their u . s . dealers in recent months outlining more stringent penalties for selling to exporters . the bmw letter , obtained by automotive news , says dealerships linked to exported vehicles could forfeit bonuses and future vehicle allocations if they can ' t demonstrate adequate due diligence . even the first violation could be grounds for franchise termination if the circumstances are particularly egregious , bmw of north america cfo stefan sengewald warned .
according to a study from rethinkx , an independent think - tank in san francisco , greater demand for electric cars , coupled with increased demand for ride sharing , will eventually eliminate the need for dealerships altogether .
mr . schneiderman’s office is conducting an undercover investigation focusing on the activities of sales managers working at a number of luxury auto dealerships in new york and new jersey , said the people briefed on the matter .
porsche executives expect as many as 20 , 000 visitors annually at the atlanta center and test track , with as many as 15 percent of those visitors arranged through dealerships . the headquarters will open in 2014 .
“the bmw group has been working closely with federal authorities for almost two years to stop illegal exports of our vehicles from the u . s . , ” said kenn sparks , a spokesman for bmw of north america . “illegal exports deny legitimate customers here in the u . s . the popular vehicles , which are in high demand . ”
that string could be in jeopardy , however . the national automobile dealers assn . expects u . s . sales to drop to 17 . 1 million vehicles in 2017 as interest rates and vehicle prices rise . large numbers of cars coming off leases will hit the used - car market next year , putting pressure on new - car sales . and more buyers are opting for longer loans , so they won ' t be returning to dealerships anytime soon .
car dealers will rarely be upfront with this closely guarded secret unless you bring it up first . knowing how much dealer holdback is ( if it ' s even available on the car you ' re wanting to buy ) will give you a better idea of how you should negotiate your car deal .
geozinger makes some good points . i think that today there is enough reliable information and a wide enough variety of dealerships that it is not necessary to play games .
urltoken has a great series called “confessions of a car salesman” originally published in 2006 , since updated . a great funny read . check it out .
dealer mark scarpelli remembers life before the ban , when his car - dealer father was never home .
toyota made a splash with the all - new 2018 camry , its most modern take on america’s best - selling car for 15 years straight . ford released a new version of its iconic f - 150 pickup truck , the best - selling vehicle in the country for more than 30 years . both come with more streamlined designs and in - car technology , among other new features , but they’re still likely to feel familiar .
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mini classic electric car turns heads at new york auto show mini , bmw’s sporty british brand , showcased a classic red mini electric small rally car that was a herald to ' 60s pop culture in england at the 2018 new york international auto show this week .
overpaying by $ 2000 - 3000 for a car would be more costly than it would be to overpay by $ 490 for some beer and junk food , especially when the car is financed and includes interest charges .
2019 toyota corolla hatchback preview the toyota corolla im is dead . for 2019 , a redesigned compact car called the corolla hatchback is arriving , bringing more dramatic design and improved driving dynamics to toyota’s small car stable .
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in the past two weeks , the ces technology conference in las vegas and the north american international auto show in detroit offered tremendous insight into where automotive trends stand today and where they appear to be headed in the years to come . below are seven trends every driver should have on his or her radar , whether looking to make a trade - in or just gawking at what’s on the road .
shoppers who want to buy american cars have a relatively easy job , provided that their definition of an american car is one that ' s assembled in the u . s . a . , of mainly domestic parts . they can consult a new car ' s window sticker for a quick rundown on the percentage of domestic content and the country and state in which the car was assembled , posted to comply with the american automobile labeling act ( aala ) . the first letter or digit of the car ' s vehicle identification number ( vin ) confirms where the car was built . cars assembled in the u . s . start with a 1 , 4 or 5 , for example .
on the plus side , since a new car typically suffers its biggest chunk of depreciation almost immediately after being titled , the cars on the quickest trade - in list should sell for attractive prices on a dealer’s used - car lot . “each of these cars represents a tremendous savings opportunity for consumers who are happy to get a near - new car , ” ly says .
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we’ve pledged to aggressively increase the number of women in our workforce , at all levels . to assist in building - out our recruitment pipeline , we’re posting every open position at audi of america on the women in automotive ( wia ) website . wia is a leading national organization committed to empowering and developing women in the auto industry .
upon hearing of the comments later , jose munoz , nissan motor co . ' s hard - charging north american chairman , was not amused .
if you conduct a used car transaction in spanish , you must post a spanish language buyers guide on the vehicle before you display or offer it for sale .
mr . downs’s company became further ensnared in the federal crackdown in november , when prosecutors in new york sought to freeze $ 2 . 38 million in a bank account listed in his company’s name . his lawyer said the company account actually held much less money .
but as retailers gathered here for this month ' s national automobile dealers association convention , audiences seemed to nod in agreement at criticism that nissan has used its elbows in its race to become america ' s no . 2 import automaker .
ford announced plans recently to produce 13 electrified models by 2020 . mercedes will make 10 by 2025 . volkswagen , which is out to prove its environmental fortitude after the diesel emissions scandal , has 30 of them in the works . the chevy bolt ev was named the north american car of the year here .
peter miles , vice president of operations for bmw of north america , said his company is about to roll out a new dealership standard that will transform showrooms to mimic retailers such as apple :
there is no question premium customers expect a premium experience ,
he said .
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highest premium brand in initial quality
in 2017 .
the type of city will thus become the key indicator for mobility behavior , replacing the traditional regional perspective on the mobility market . by 2030 , the car market in new york will likely have much more in common with the market in shanghai than with that of kansas .
in recent months several dealers also began complaining about what they described as nissan north america ' s efforts to boost its market presence in selected cities by assisting one local dealer . two cleveland market dealers filed suit in u . s . district court for northern ohio in february alleging that nissan is providing support adding up to millions of dollars to a competing dealership there . the suit claims that the factory support amounts to a discriminatory incentive program that violates both u . s . and ohio law .
when we went to the auto show in 2008 all of the chinese vendors were placed in the basement ,
said austin of byd america .
it shows you the respect that the auto industry had for the chinese brands .
this is why you should cast your net far and wide when using online sites such as carclearancedeals and carsdirect when shopping for a new car in your local area .
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you’re playing an old car lot trick of trying to redefine “good deal” to suit your side of the table .
vroom wants to make buying or selling a used car as quick and painless as ordering an uber .
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1 . dealerships borrow money to finance cars based on an invoiced amount that includes the holdback . so the higher the invoiced amount , the more the dealership can borrow from its lender .
mr . ghosn was born in brazil in 1954 . he graduated with engineering degrees from ecole polytechnique in 1974 and from ecole des mines de paris in 1978 . he speaks fluent portuguese , arabic , english and french .
details are being worked out . dealers will have until 2016 to comply , but bmw wants most of the elements in place in 2014 , the first full year of sales for its i3 compact electric car , miles said .
the buyers guide must be displayed prominently and conspicuously on or in a vehicle when a car is available for sale . this means it must be in plain view and both sides must be visible . you can hang the guide from the rear - view mirror inside the car or on a side - view mirror outside the car . you also can place it under a windshield wiper . the guide also can be attached to a side window . a guide in a glove compartment , trunk or under the seat is not conspicuous because it is not in plain sight .
since direct manufacturer auto sales are currently prohibited by the state franchise laws in the united states , no direct comparison with gm ' s celta experience in brazil is possible . however , surveys do show that many new car buyers in america would be interested in buying directly from manufacturers , particularly to avoid costs associated with the dealer / customer bargaining process . in one survey , almost half of respondents said that they would opt to buy cars direct from the manufacturer even if it didn ' t save any money . ( 14 )
i am a retired automobile dealer after 42 years of managing and owning new car dealerships handling multiple domestic and foreign brands . at the end of the day , it is an extremely lucrative business where great profits can be produced but also a business where the investor most often is subject to great risk .


dansko is a comfort footwear company based in west grove , pennsylvania .

dansko was founded in 1990 by husband and wife team , peter kjellerup and mandy cabot .

most well known for its clogs , dansko also makes dress and casual shoes , sandals , and boots .

the company is 100 % employee owned .

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mandy cabot , dansko , inc . ceo and her husband and dansko cofounder , peter kjellerup .
dankso shoes - dansko clogs , dansko professional clogs , dansko sandals , and more - are known worldwide as extremely comfortable footwear that fits true to size .
i have a problem with the dansko shoes that i purchased from dansko . com . who do i contact ?
i have a problem with the dansko shoes that i purchased from an authorized dansko retailer . who do i contact ?
3 . dansko ( west grove , pa ) - dansko , translated as “danish shoe , ” sells flexible - bottom clogs .
we do not recommend resoling dansko clogs . instead , for continued superior performance , we recommend that you replace your dansko clogs .
millions of dansko fans can ' t be wrong . our flagship style embodies the all - day comfort and support that dansko is famous for .
your e - gift card can only be redeem on dansko . com . they are not valid at any dansko authorized retailer or danskooutlet . com .
dansko works closely with its dealers to ensure customer satisfaction . an authorized dansko dealer will be able to provide assistance should you encounter a problem with your purchase . authorized dansko dealers can be found on the find a retailer page .
sanita is definitely true to size than dansko . dansko seems to be a little larger and wider . sanita may be a touch narrier but fit better .
dansko ' s stapled bottom clogs that were manufactured since late 2007 are different .
dansko shoes can be purchased through any of our authorized dealers or directly from the website . authorized dansko retailers can be found on the find a retailer page .
dansko shoes are sized true to size , using european ( eu ) whole size standards . dansko also offers both narrow and wide shoes in the professional clog collection .
the robots in dansko’s new 200 , 000 square - foot facility which opened in november of 2012 , aren’t taking anyone’s job , according to a press release from dansko .
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since the early 1990s until august 2007 , sanita® manufactured all of the dansko® stapled clogs collection , including dansko® professional clogs . in august of 2007 , dansko® and sanita® ended their long - term partnership . dansko® began their own manufacturing in china , and sanita® decided to continue their professional clog line under their own name , with continuation of production in europe .
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a dansko clog is recognizable by its iconic shape , clean construction , and the highest quality material ( usually leather ) . you can tell a dansko clog from a copycat by the following criteria :
sanita has been making clogs since 1907 . dansko began importing those clogs into the u . s . under the name dansko in the early 1990s . dansko lost their contract with sanita in late 2007 . sanita began importing the original clogs under their own name when the contract expired . dansko
re - designed
their clogs in january 2008 and moved manufacturing out of the original sanita factory .
i have more than 10 pairs of dansko size 37 . i just bought 2 new pairs of dansko size 37 on line . they are much narrow and smaller and they both are made in china . i am very disappointed of the new dansko and thinking about switching to sanita . : - (
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have some 39 dansko professionals , which fit perfectly . ordered some 39 sanitas , which are too narrow . i am now wondering whether i should exchange them for a 40 sanita or a 39 dansko .
i wear a 40 dansko and a 39 sanita . to me , that ' s the difference .
dansko has received reports that other retailers claiming to sell dansko shoes ( often at
too good to be true prices
) do nothing more than take your money and never send the shoes you thought you purchased . when shopping for dansko shoes online , we recommend that you only purchase shoes from a dansko authorized retailer - a handy list of these authorized retailers is on the find a retailer page .
dansko has been tested by satra in the united kingdom and precision testing laboratories in nashville , tennessee .
the dansko company store and online outlet are your sources for a variety of dansko samples , seconds and discontinued styles . some may have minor cosmetic flaws that have no affect on wear or fit ; otherwise they’re exactly the same as the first - quality shoes sold by approved dansko retailers . the stock constantly changes , so check back often ! proceeds from all sales are the dansko foundation’s key source of funding .
for more information about dansko , please contact gwen livingston , vice president of sales , or catherine byers , director of marketing at 800 - dansko - 4 ( 800 - 326 - 7564 ) or visit urltoken .
i need to exchange a shoe that i bought on dansko . com . how do i exchange it ?
fit tip : dansko clogs are made to fit loosely in the heel . a pinky finger should fit in between your heel and the shoe , so that the heel moves up and down freely as you walk , creating dansko‚äôs signature rocking motion . please note that dansko clogs need to be broken in for ultimate comfort .
dansko is translated as
danish shoe
- the owners kept bringing clogs back from denmark more than 20 years ago . there was so much demand for these clogs that they started dansko here in the united states .
many of dansko’s shoes offer slip - resistant features , but not all of their clogs come equipped with slip - resistance , per se . excellent options for our slip - prone viewers are the dansko elise oxford sneaker , the dansko pro xp mule , and the dansko pro mule . all of these shoes provide superb grip and traction ; so , even the slipperiest of floors are no match for these ultra - sturdy and secure clogs .
worn by teachers , flight crews , doctors , nurses , chefs - people who are on their feet all day love dansko shoes . the most popular dansko shoes are the professional clogs . dansko has a full line of footwear , for men , women , and children , including sandals , boots , and hip - looking shoes .
the recent update reflects the best of 2018’s best dansko clogs & mules of all types , shapes , sizes , colors , with new information as to how to choose the best dansko clogs & mules and our criteria for evaluation . also , included are some of the most frequently asked questions about the best dansko clogs and mules .
we recommend that you contact the seller . please note : dansko cannot assist with requests on purchases made through unauthorized dealers or third - party auction sites . authorized dansko dealers can be found on the find a retailer page .
dry and stretch overnight . slip into your newly - sized dansko clogs the following morning and rock the town !
q : what are dansko clogs made of ? a : they usually , sport a rubber bottom and a mix of leathers in their footwear . typically , your dansko shoes will be constructed from one of the following leathers :
dansko rolls up their sleeves in support of the community . in 2003 , they launched the dansko foundation to inspire , support and facilitate charitable giving to not - for - profit community based groups and local chapters of national organizations .
in 2012 , dansko proudly became 100 % employee - owned through an esop ( employee stock ownership plan ) . the transition to employee ownership marked the continuation of dansko ' s commitment to its employees , its community and its values .
every dansko product must meet the highest standards for comfort , support , durability , fit and performance . from initial sketches to final inspection , hundreds of steps take place before a pair of dansko shoes will make their way onto your feet .
dansko started with 1 employee 17 years ago ( she ' s still with them ! ) . 130 people are now employed at dansko . dansko is a part of the community , and really wants to make a difference in the community . wants to be part of the future of sustainable living . wants to leave the earth better than how they found it .
dansko supports continuing education outside the company and offers internal “stretch opportunities” for employees to learn different parts of the business . in addition to having a good neighbor that is also a model employer and great shoe store , the community profits from dansko’s success through the dansko foundation . funded by proceeds from the store , the foundation supports community organizations and creates philanthropic opportunities for dansko staff . “we care about making active , passionate philanthropists of our employees , ” says mandy . dansko sponsors service opportunities throughout the year and gives employees up to 16 hours of annual paid time off to volunteer . more than 80 percent of employees participate and dansko matches their time with financial contributions . since its inception , the foundation has supported 75 community organizations .
when dansko designed a new distribution center , it went for efficiency , growth and a system as unique as its brand .
average dansko life expectancy in 1995 was 78 years . this was higher than the general public life expectancy which was 73 .
great news ! when you purchase these or any other dansko shoes , all items in your cart will ship for free .
dansko ' s stapled outsole has been tested by satra in the united kingdom and precision testing laboratories in nashville , tennessee .
the world’s largest dansko store – from professional clogs to sandals , we have every style and every color here for you everyday .
luckily dansko is very good at taking care of their customers . if you ever have a defect you can contact them directly .
i have a problem with the dansko product that i purchased on a third - party auction site . who do i contact ?
since we were just on the topic of temperature and breathability , it’s only natural to discuss dansko’s ingenious design for temperature control and regulation . their shoes are modeled after the original backless clogs of danish culture . deriving from this original shoe , dansko creates a
materials – the materials , of course , play a huge role in dansko’s comfortability . as previously stated , all dansko clogs have extremely padded interiors for optimal comfort . but the materials used don’t overheat your feet , even with the extra cushioning . this is because of dansko’s breathable leathers and footbeds . all dansko leathers are treated to be lightweight , durable , and breathable for the optimal comfort of the wearer . and the footbeds , while extremely cozy , are built with multiple layers to promote air circulation and breathability .
your purchase from the dansko outlet doesn ' t stop on your doorstep with a new pair of shoes - it goes much further . proceeds from this site fund the dansko foundation , an organization devoted to supporting local and global charities like habitat for humanity , american red cross and cure autism now . the dansko foundation is just one way that we show our commitment to the world . each time you buy from the dansko outlet , you can feel good in your new shoes and make a difference in the world around you .
the avalon line is a baby step . even if it proves viable , do not expect dansko to make leather shoes stateside soon .
many cities have one or two specialty retailers that carry dansko shoes . often , however , they do not carry many styles or colors . for instance , i love red shoes . not one shoe store that i checked , in several cities , carried dansko crimson professional clogs .
cabot : i stepped down as president . our cfo jim fox had a deep understanding of dansko’s finances and he took on the job .
dansko shoes are sized according to european ( eu ) whole size standards . the comparable united states ( us ) sizes are shown below .
spent an entire afternoon at three different shoe stores that sell both brands . i was frustrated with dansko sizing too ! i have a narrow heel and found myself between the 39 ( way too small ! ) and the 40 ( massive ! ) in dansko ' s professional clog . i had a very old pair of mary jane - style sanitas ( size 41 ) and was surprised i was in that kind of sizing for dansko - - and very happy i didn ' t order the 41 in dansko online . yes , dansko fit very differently across styles . frustrating . sanita was consistent in sizing and fit my narrow - ish heel perfectly . guess what ? the size 41 still fits perfectly .
most people think that dansko ( remember ,
danish shoe
) shoes are made in denmark . au contraire ! the dansko company is located in pennsylvania . dansko has selected and worked closely with the very best manufacturers in italy , china , and brazil . look inside your shoe to see where it was made ! they select their sourcing partners based on their proximity / access to raw materials , as well as their expertise .
in dansko when ordering by mail i always have to go down a size but in sanita i have to go up a size . always .
i have found that they are similar in quality , other than the fit , but that is just my personal experience . a lot of dansko / sanita wearers have switched to the dansko pro xp . it has more cushion and is lighter weight but still looks like the original professional .
i love dansko ! it fits me perfectly well and hold my ankle well given that i had 3 severe incidents of ankle rolling in sanita shoes . sanitas is not great when you have to on your toes running around but dansko truly works for me given that i have high arch .
dansko shoes are sized according to european ( eu ) whole size standards . see our size chart for conversion . for fitting of clogs , please refer to the fit guide tab located on any of our clog product pages . you can also chat with dansko customer service for more information .
today , dansko’s 100 % employee owned company based in the rolling hills of pennsylvania , offers a complete line of footwear – heels , boots , sandals , wedges , flats and many , many types of clogs . every pair is infused with legendary dansko all - day comfort and support .
a better approach is to purchase them online . since dansko shoes run true to size , you can safely order them online without problems . remember that they are european - sized ! however , a good online store will note both the european size and the us size when you order . dansko shoes are true to width and have excellent arch support . only purchase danskos through an authorized dansko dealer . there are many copycat clogs out there .
however , in a wholesale distribution business like dansko’s , orders often have to be customized to meet the retail customer’s requirements before they can be shipped .
since sanita® stopped manufacturing dansko® professional clogs , dansko® has experienced some inconsistencies with their clogs - most noticeably , many of our customers have commented that the new heel design and higher arch on dankso clogs is uncomfortable , causing ankle instability in a fast - paced , on - your - feet - all - day work environment . in short , if you want the same dansko® clog that you loved prior to 2008 , then you should buy sanita® .
many of our retailers participate in our special order program . if you have a specific request , please notify a retailer and ask to place a special order . you may also be able to purchase this style direct from dansko , as we sell select styles direct to consumers on dansko . com .
q : how do i prevent my dansko clogs from squeaking ? a : the best option is to contact dansko directly for a new pair . your clogs should not squeak so horribly that it bothers you , or forces you to search the forums late at night for some semblance of an answer . but if you’re not in the mood to contact dansko , or if their customer service team has been less than spectacular , here’s one quick fix :
the foundation board is staffed entirely by dansko employees , meeting quarterly to review grant proposals and distribute funds to qualifying organizations that demonstrate benefit for humankind .
i wear a women ' s 12 wide . leaning towards sanita from conversation above , but with dansko reportedly running wider , maybe i need them ? my toes are wide , not so much my heels . advice ? sanita 43 wide or dansko 43 ( haven ' t seen a wide option ) ?
dansko , inc . ceo mandy cabot thinks success as a shoe company means generating social and environmental returns in addition to financial profits . mandy and her husband , and dansko cofounder , peter kjellerup are ardent advocates of this three - fold mission for which business pundits have coined the phrase ‘triple bottom line . ”
shoe company dansko looked for a different approach to increase efficiency in warehouse automation and in doing so , the company looked no further than from kiva systems .
urltoken is your source for dansko seconds or discontinued styles . dansko factory seconds are made in exactly the same way as first - quality merchandise but have cosmetic flaws . possible cosmetic imperfections range from creases , stretch marks or natural color variations to scuffs , cuts or nicks that occasionally occur during the manufacturing process .
for the past 12 years , dansko has been a growing force in the occupational shoe market . long - wearing comfort , durability and unique style appeal to folks in all walks of life , from doctors and flight attendants to chefs and shop clerks . a physician in new hampshire considers her dansko clogs a professional status symbol in her ivy league medical complex . an orthopedic surgeon at the same hospital regularly sends his patients to the complexs medical bookstore for dansko clog fittings .
of their shoes . while this might be cumbersome for new users , veteran dansko owners appreciate the simplicity and wide selection european sizes offer . they , also , mitigate the long - standing debate between narrow and wide shoes by labeling their products as such . if you have wider feet , simply select a dansko shoe marked ‘wide’ without sacrificing style or your regular shoe size . and once you have that perfectly fitting dansko shoe , you will have an extremely comfortable shoe .
q : will leather dansko clogs stretch ? a : most leather shoes take a bit of wearing to fully open up and form to the contours of your feet . these shoes are no different . but if you’re having trouble breaking in the leather , follow this simple guide for relaxed dansko clogs in a pinch :
discovering a danish shoe : how dansko brought clogs to work | made to measure magazine , the uniform magazine , exclusively serving the uniform and image apparel industry .
dansko styles are made from several different types of leathers and fabrics . to find out more about what product we recommend using , visit our shoe care page .
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distributes clogs , footwear and socks for men , women and children as well as apparel for healthcare workers . dansko sells wholesale products to shoe stores and retail outlets .
for dansko , kiva installed 46 robots that are directed by operators to handle order fulfillment . the robots communicate wirelessly with the operators using an order - processing software .
a privately owned company with an employee stock ownership plan , dansko has approximately 140 employees and annual sales topping $ 100 million . originally sold only in the united states and canada , dansko went international in 2007 with distributors in australia , china , croatia , israel , japan , korea , and new zealand . the west grove campus houses administrative , product development , marketing , sales , and warehousing departments , and the dansko company store . the shoes are produced in brazil , china , and italy .
in our most recent update , criteria for the evaluation of dansko clogs was added as well as your most frequently asked questions . the criteria and faq address the comfort , durability , and support of dansko clogs and how those key aspects are considered before creating this list . we have also tried to address concerns about care and maintenance .
all this growth required lots of room . mandy often refers to dansko as the couple’s “daughter , ” and dansko outgrew buildings like young girls outgrow shoes . faced with the need to expand , in 2004 they began planning their new headquarters . determined not to have a negative impact on the environment , peter led the project and focused on sustainable design .
that may be about to change , with dansko completing a plan for a new line of shoes to be manufactured from molds in a stateside factory as early as next year .
happy feet plus and dansko have similar views on the environment ; in addition to their best business practices , dansko is also a leader in environmental sustainability . the company’s brick and mortar structures are leed gold certified . other environmental activism includes the b corporation , “a group of like - minded companies that meet rigorous standards for social and environmental performance , accountability and transparency . ” as one of the founding members , dansko was the first footwear company to join . today , there are over 800 certified b corporations around the world .
mary jane - style clogs are a great option for summer , with all the ergonomic benefits of a clog with the breezy feel of a strappy sandal . this pair is from dansko , the brand that brought the clog craze to the u . s . , and a particular fave of borrink’s . ( dansko ‘trista’ clog , $ 129 . 95 , urltoken )
today dansko is a leader in the high - end euro - comfort shoe market . savvy celebrities from all walks of life wear the shoes : chef wolfgang puck , singer sheryl crow , actress julia roberts . footwear plus , the industry’s leading publication , has awarded them top honors in women’s comfort design three years in a row . the american podiatric medical association ( apma ) has stamped dansko’s shoes with its seal of acceptance ; and for the first time ever , the apma recently gave the seal to a heel—and that heel belongs to dansko .
census records can tell you a lot of little known facts about your dansko ancestors , such as occupation . occupation can tell you about your ancestor ' s social and economic status .
i like the concept with the new danskos having the wider heel , but the sizing is different . i have always been a 38 in the dansko professionals , but they are too short for me now . the 39s feel huge . i am only buying sanita now because they fit me better . i do have friends that prefer the new dansko sole though .
dansko slip resistant styles are sole tested using the markii standard . slip resistant styles for both men and women can be found in the drop down under
slip resistant shoes
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to return product purchased from urltoken use the online form to receive a return authorization number . returns require pre - approval by dansko . returns without pre - authorization will be refused .
to exchange product purchased from urltoken use the online form to receive a return authorization number . exchanges require pre - approval by dansko . exchanges without pre - authorization will be refused .
we , as consumers , have more choices ! ! ! ! we can now buy the professional in over 40 different skus . dansko and sanita are competing , and both companies have made amazing strides in the colors , leathers and fabrics ! update : dansko has also released the dansko pro xp , which looks similar to the professionals but is lighter weight , has a removeable insole with more cushion , and has an even wider heel base for more stability . as far as fit goes , i ' m still a 39 in all three styles .
i know this is an old post but sanita v . dansko is a favorite subject . until recently , i owned nothing but dansko . the quality of which varied . there was a period of time when dansko was manuafacturing squeeky shoes in china . one thing to be said about dankso is that they have excellent customer service and took my squeeky shoes back and replaced them with a brand new pair . i only tried santa because i found a brand new pair on ebay for $ 70 / free shipping . when viewing dansko and sanita side by side , there is a difference . much like the previous commenters noted , the sanita are really narrow . i am debating on ordering up a size . the heels are more narrow .
the online retailer i recommend is footwear etc . they are my favorite shoe retailer , and have a large selection of dansko shoes . and they always have some great sales and specials .
currently , 80 percent of dansko ' s bulbous clogs and other ergonomically designed shoes are assembled in china and 20 percent in italy - - an equation the company is eager to recalculate .
mimi curry , chief operating officer at dansko said , “previously the pullers had to go and get the shoes ; now the shoes come to them , ” according to the press release .
dansko shoes also carry the seal of acceptance from the american podiatric medical association ( apma ) . the apma awards the seal after a rigorous evaluation to determine of it promotes quality foot health .
dansko had set up shop in maine as other shoe manufacturers had pulled up stakes from the northeast for foreign shores . it was hard to find and keep talent ; the industry was vanishing .
to determine whether or not your existing clogs were made by dansko® or sanita® , check the sole of your shoes . if your clogs were manufactured before 2008 by sanita® you will see patent 0060240 . this indicates that your clogs were made by sanita® according to their patented construction . if you have a pair of really old dansko® clogs , you may even see sanita® stamped on the bottom as well as the patent number mentioned above . if the sole of your shoes has no patent number , you have a redesigned dansko® shoe , which was manufactured after its split from sanita® .
i wore danskos for years until sanita stopped making them . now i wear sanitas - - and only the dansko stapled clog collection . i need lots of arch support , and find that the wooden clog platform is best . dansko ' s
sausalito
collection just does not have enough support - - i get pain in my ankles / arches after standing in them all day .
some dansko collections feature a removable footbed which can accommodate custom orthotics . due to the custom nature of orthotics , we recommend trying the shoes on with the orthotics to ensure a good fit .
dansko clogs are made in europe and asia . look on the inside of the shoe to see the country where it was manufactured . to ensure that dansko provides a superior product , we select and work closely with only the very best manufacturers . we select our sourcing partners based on their proximity and access to raw materials , as well as for their expertise in handling these materials .
when selecting a shoe for any type of event , whether it’s work , camping , or the like , the fit of a shoe plays a huge role in your overall comfort . dansko uses
almost all dansko styles have received the american podiatric medical associations seal of acceptance . in november 2001 , approval was granted to all dansko clog models and to two other lines the company carries : a paddock collection for equestrians and a fashion line built on an outsole similar to the clog . danskos newest development , a collection of direct - injection sport clogs , is slated for testing in 2002 .
an overpowering smell of fresh leather and the words printed on stacks of cardboard boxes containing dansko shoes inside the company ' s west grove , pa . , distribution warehouse are jarring to the senses .
based in west grove , pennsylvania ( about 40 miles west of philadelphia ) , dansko employs over 150 dedicated people working in our leed gold certified corporate headquarters and state of the art distribution center .
the security of your information is a top priority at dansko . we take security very seriously using industry - standard security measures to protect the loss , misuse , and alteration of your personal information .
dansko® believes that your feet are the foundation of your life . healthy feet , healthy body , healthy planet . that is why every collection from casual to professional to pro xp is based on the comfort principles of the clog to maximize all - day comfort . each style features a roomy toe box to promote circulation , a stress reducing rocker bottom , and superior arch support . with a flair for style , dansko translates today ' s trends into shoes made for every moment of your life . from slip - on clogs to nurse shoes , flats to sandals , mary janes and even cute boots - wherever you ' re going , there is a comfortable dansko shoe to get you there . dansko shoes can ' t shorten your day , but they can reduce strain on the entire body . their unique constructions support the whole foot - toes , arch and heel . to help people feel better , dansko adds shock absorption , a rocker bottom , and solid arch support to reduce any strain on your legs , back and feet . comfort comes without compromise . dansko clogs for men , women , and children use the finest materials and construction methods available . underneath each pretty exterior lies a tough heart for years of dependable wear . over the years and for years to come , dansko shoes have become a staple in many households . it ' s no accident that dansko shoes have become the choice of doctors , nurses , teachers , chefs , and other professionals who stand for hours at a time . people who work hard also want to play hard for the rest of their life .
to continuously circulate air all around the foot . this combats foot ailments , such as athlete’s foot , and keeps your feet at a comfortable temperature all day . dansko , also , equips their clogs with roomy toe boxes , allowing your toes to spread out and breathe . all of them were designed with breathability and temperature control in mind , but the shoes selected for this list outdo dansko’s norm .
besides , dittrich adds , “i would not like to think we are considered followers of fashion . dansko considers itself to be off to the side . we’re a little bit . . . quirky . ”
dansko now sells “vulcanized footwear” — think keds and converse but with sturdier materials and support . this spring , the company is debuting the pippa , a jaunty , thermoplastic molded mule . both lines will likely attract first - time buyers , but as a dansko purist i wouldn’t wear either style . the pseudo - sneakers seem matronly ; in magenta , teal or orange , the cuter croc just doesn’t connect .
if all goes well , dansko hopes to manufacture a new clog from recyclable material in arkansas in 2013 . a nonrecyclable version called avalon pippa debuted this spring in stores . it is made in china .
i was a fiercely loyal dansko wearer for many years and feel that they are not educating their customer on the difference between them and sanita . i feel like they are hiding the truth and decieving their customers . they have lost this consumer for good . every pair of my dansko ' s since 2008 fit so differently . i know i will get what i expect each time i buy a sanita !
nappa leather : nappa leather is the softest leather offered by dansko , due to its specialized tanning method . while shoes sporting this leather are optimal for special events , they are rather difficult to clean .
typically , spot cleaning your dansko shoes work best . simply , take a damp cloth with a gentle cleaning solution , and rub the area with small , circular motions . dansko , also , offers a wide variety of shoe maintenance and cleaning products on their website for optimal care . one of the best products for leather shoes is the dansko beeswax conditioner . the conditioner works best on warmed shoes , allowing the product to be fully absorbed by the shoe . the beeswax conditioner keeps your shoes shiny and scuff - free longer than just cleaning the shoes . so , be certain to condition your leather shoes frequently .
census records can give you a fascinating window into the day - to - day lives of your dansko ancestors - like hours worked per week , level of education , veteran status , employers , and more .
make sure you register at urltoken to win a $ 50 saxon shoes gift card . the featured shoe today is the beautiful dansko . saxon shoes is at the village at spotyslvania towne centre next to firebirds .
dansko , a comfort footwear designer and producer based in west grove , pa . , previously operated an 80 , 000 - square - foot dc . with success came growth , and eventually they couldn’t service their existing customer base adequately and operated with multiple challenges , including taking up to seven days to fill an order . this lag time meant that their retail customers were losing business and would have to look elsewhere . dansko orders were down and the staff was stressed . dansko leaders also realized that they couldn’t just reconfigure the existing facility in order to make things more efficient , they needed to find a whole new site .
the solution is efficient . it also significantly reduces the amount of walking required during a shift , improving the quality of life . what’s more , it allowed dansko to put its own distinctive stamp on the system .
use census records and voter lists to see where families with the dansko surname lived . within census records , you can often find information like name of household members , ages , birthplaces , residences , and occupations .
generally , the phrase
so bad that it ' s good
isn ' t one most women apply to their favorite pair of shoes . yet , somehow i ' ve fallen in love with my dansko clogs .
sanita beats dansko any day ! i have some old dansko clogs which are fine . however , when i went back to buy another pair in 2009 , they really were not the same . i went to a store that sells sanita and found that they not only fit fine , but i could wear them for hours on end right out of the box ( and i have a particularly fussy right foot ) . stick with sanita .
tons of color choices it is the , seemingly , endless color options that make the professional mule so appealing . it offers all of the comfort and support you expect from a dansko clog , without being limited to a few sleek but simple color options . comfort and support the dansko professional mule is a dream shoe for an individual who spends a lot of hours standing on their feet . it offers comfort , in the form of padded support and temperature control . as an added bonus , any foot perspiration is absorbed by the shoe , and slippery floors are never a problem . cost and value the price on the dansko professional mule ranges greatly , depending on what size and color you would like to purchase . this price range , however , does line - up pretty well with other dansko clogs . they perform , wonderfully ; and as such , are worth the investment .
the next year , dansko left maine , and its danish manufacturing partner instead expanded production to a small town in poland . there was enough of a shoemaking industry there that the factory was up to speed in no time .
i have been trying to buy a pair of clogs - - sanita or dansko - - and have had to return several pairs because of problems with the fit of both . sanita clogs usually rub against my inner heel , so i have given up on them . finally , i bought a pair of dansko last week . i am trying them out at home : i feel pressure in my arch . are they supposed to be like that ?
beyond its supportive clog collections , dansko has expanded their inventory to include sandals , boots , and shoes in both women’s and men’s styles . known for their incredible durability , outstanding stability , and an ergonomic , contoured footbed , dansko’s clogs have long been a favorite of doctors , teachers , and those in the hospitality industry . best of all , their fashion - forward silhouettes prevent you from having to sacrifice style for all - day comfort and support .
by 1999 , dansko had made inc . magazine’s list of 500 fastest - growing privately held companies . but the bigger news that year may have been that julia roberts was photographed wearing a pair of dankso black oiled leather professional clogs .
dansko offers free ground fedex smart post shipping ( 3 - 7 days ) on all orders within the continental united states , excluding alaska and hawaii . residents of alaska and hawaii have flat rate shipping of $ 39 . 95 for their first pair and $ 45 . 95 for two or more pairs . dansko also offers fedex expedited shipping . see the shopping bag checkout page for delivery options and pricing . e - gift cards are delivered free of charge via email .
the dansko professional clogs are dansko’s flagship style that is known for their all - day comfort and support . the cabrio clog is made of a black cabrio leather that features a top coat that provides a high - gloss finish for a dressy look . the cabrio clog has a firm foot and arch support with a contoured midsole that will keep your feet supported and secure . the superior shock absorption of the clog is comparable to athletic footwear . the anti - fatitue rocker bottom will keep you comfortably on you feet all day long . a roomy toe box allows your toes to move in comfort . dansko’s stapled outsole has been tested by satra in the united kingdom and precision testing laboratories in nashville , tennessee .
leather throughout is the theme to this pair of mules from dansko . as such , your feet will breathe well . in addition , this pair of mules has an eva insert , pu outsole and footbed , and a steel shank . as a combination , these attributes will give you all - day comfort and stability . add to this a buckle strap to help with a better fit , and you have a pair of dansko ' s worthy of your time and money .
today the company has over thirty independent sales reps in north america , over a third of whom work exclusively with uniform retailers and catalogs . dansko attends the professional apparel association show annually and this year also attended the national restaurant association show .
anyone who visits mandy and peter and their dansko family is bound to leave inspired and thinking about the triple bottom line in their own endeavors . when asked for advice on how to follow in dansko’s footsteps , mandy replies : “get off autopilot and pay attention to the details . you will find the big ‘ahahs” along the way , but in the meantime , pay attention to the small things we can all do . ” and peter’s answer ? “just do the right thing ! ”
the “bots” as they are referred to at dansko , are equipped with on - board cameras , follow bar codes on the floor to locate and retrieve one of the 970 pods in the system containing the specific product needed for an order .
i was getting painful calluses on each of my big toes and had to stop wearing my dansko ' s . i wonder if they were too big . i know they weren ' t too small . i was in 45s thinking about trying 44s
your purchase from urltoken doesn ' t stop on your doorstep with a new pair of shoes - it goes much further . proceeds from this site fund the dansko foundation , an organization devoted to supporting local and global charities like habitat for humanity , american red cross and cure autism now . the dansko foundation is just one way that we show our commitment to the world . each time you buy from urltoken , you can feel good in your new shoes and make a difference in the world around you .
ann dittrich has heard the sniping and seen the light . the stylish designer who cut her teeth at cole haan now serves as creative director at dansko , which , in her opinion , produces more beloved and idealized footwear than what models march down runways .
dansko is among them , having learned that domestic manufacturing is no easy task , and finding that the rising cost of the euro was making it hard to keep all its manufacturing in europe , even though europe is what made it famous to begin with .
i have size 36 danskos that fit perfectly , and the new size 36s that i just ordered by mail are much bigger . i think i can wear them , but they fit so different than the older ones that i love ! ( to add confusion to the mix : i just ordered a size 36 sanita by mail , and those were too small . . . ) . i am officially a size 37 in the sanita , 36 in the old dansko , and 35 in the newer dansko ) .
yes , they are european sizes ; but , dansko ' s clogs are now primarily made in asia and south america . one has to recognize that there is a significant difference in quality and quality control when items are made in such diverse manufacturing locations .
i bought a pair of 37 dansko which took a month to break in . the 38 was too big . then i found out about sanita and the 38 fit very well . not a lot of breaking in . i ' m sticking with sanita .
you may be a 43 or 44 . dansko does make their professional in a wide width . i ' d start with a 43 wide or 44 medium . you can order both and compare or visit a local store and try on a few pair .
other affiliations include the sustainable business network of philadelphia , the delaware valley chapter of united states green building council ( usgbc ) , the two ten foundation , and the american sustainable business council . you can read more about dansko’s active involvement with these organizations here .
unfortunately , we do not accept returns or exchanges for products purchased on urltoken at the dansko ' s headquarters . products need to be shipped to our return department to ensure a timely response to your request . use the online form to start your return process .
dansko ' s wynn men ' s slip resistant nursing shoe features double goring and a contoured footbed . exceptional full - foot support provides the base you need to stand comfortably all day and night . lightweight construction on a low - profile shape for easy movement .
sanitas do wonders for my feet with plantar fasciitis . straight out of the box , they are as good or better than the $ 500 custom insole i got from the podiatrist to put into shoes . i have not used dansko and have no basis of comparison .
if you are concerned about the fit of your shoes , please follow up with the retailer or e - tailer where you purchased your shoes . all of our retailers and e - tailers are experts on fitting dansko products and they will be able to guide you .
dansko clogs are widely known in the professional world as some of the most comfortable shoes to work in . nurses and health professionals alike swear by their comfort and support during long , grueling night shifts . those with orthopedic issues , such as plantar fasciitis and foot pain , hail to their healing properties , as near magical . for aging feet , those who find once common tasks strenuous , many options will breathe life and vitality back into overworked feet . so , when selecting shoes for this list , we took special care into the opinions and experiences of those who live in these shoes . every shoe on our list is outfitted with features that not only aid in comfort and support but , also , attests to dansko’s longevity . when searching for the perfect pair of dansko shoes , keep these key aspects in mind .
mandy and peter established dansko , inc . —literally translated as “danish shoe”—in 1991 . the product line expanded to include fashionable casual and dress choices from sandals to boots while continuing to offer the classic closed - back clogs sought after by chefs , nurses , and other footsore professionals .
according to the new york times , more than 10 , 000 firms –including other asbc business members like dansko and eileen fisher –across almost all sectors operate with an esop in place . the national center for employee ownership ( nceo ) notes that those companies employ 13 million people .
into a business with more than $ 120 million in annual revenue and a product line that includes sandals , boots and sneakers . in 2005 they were set to sell the company to timberland for more than $ 100 million but pulled out at the last minute , instead implementing an employee stock ownership plan ( esop ) . dansko also became a b corporation , submitting to a rigorous monitoring process that holds it to commitments like treating employees well , opening up corporate governance , relying on manufacturers with high labor standards , and minimizing dansko’s impact on the environment .
in any business , employees are the life - blood , they are the business . through our employees , dansko will learn , evolve and regenerate itself virtually forever , ensuring that we are able to deliver our brand promise today , tomorrow and for generations to come .