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Turbocharge Your Dealership’s Fixed‑Ops with Xtime

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  In an era when fixed‑ops (service and parts) account for nearly 49% of dealership profits , proactive digital transformation becomes invaluable. Xtime , a Cox Automotive brand, answers this need as a cloud-based Service Experience Platform . It seamlessly integrates scheduling, inspections, customer engagement, and analytics to boost efficiency, transparency, and profitability across the service lane .  What Is Xtime? Founded in Silicon Valley and acquired by Cox Automotive in 2014, Xtime supports over 6,000 dealerships, handling more than 2.5 million monthly appointments—equating to more than $6 billion in annual service revenue . At its core is Spectrum , a fully integrated suite featuring four modules: Invite, Schedule, Engage, and Inspect, designed to foster loyalty and repeat service visits .  The Four Pillars of Xtime  Invite Builds demand via targeted, automated outreach through email, SMS, and print. It helps fill open bays, manages recalls, and rec...

Xtime: Powering the Future of Dealership Service Experiences

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  In the rapidly evolving automotive industry, the service department is no longer just a place to perform oil changes and tire rotations. It’s a vital profit center and one of the key drivers of long-term customer loyalty. With customer expectations higher than ever and digital convenience becoming the norm, dealerships are turning to solutions like Xtime to modernize and streamline their service operations. Xtime , part of the Cox Automotive family, offers a digital platform designed to enhance every aspect of the fixed operations (fixed ops) process. From online appointment scheduling to service lane management, digital vehicle inspections, and follow-up communications, Xtime empowers dealerships to deliver a seamless and personalized customer experience while boosting efficiency and profitability. What is Xtime? Xtime is a cloud-based software solution focused specifically on the service side of automotive dealerships . The platform is built to optimize operations in four key...

Xtime: Transforming Automotive Service with Digital Innovation

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  In today’s fast-paced automotive industry, service departments are expected to deliver not only technical excellence but also outstanding customer experiences. Xtime , a leading fixed operations platform under Cox Automotive , is redefining how dealerships and auto service centers manage their service lanes, appointments, and customer interactions. Founded on the principle of improving the customer experience through technology, Xtime provides an all-in-one solution that connects every touchpoint of the service journey—from appointment scheduling to post-service follow-up. By streamlining workflows and integrating key systems, Xtime enables dealerships to operate more efficiently while building long-term customer loyalty. A Full-Service Platform for Dealerships Xtime’s platform is built around several core modules that address specific needs in the fixed-ops environment: 1. Schedule: Smarter Booking, 24/7 Xtime’s Schedule module allows dealerships to offer real-time online and m...