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Once a market reference is established, the next step is to measure the sales performance<\/b>. This involves calculating key indicators, such as the Resale Price Index (RPI),<\/b> to evaluate profitability across different vehicle categories,\u00a0 geographical areas, brands, dealerships groups, etc… Various methodologies can be employed<\/b> to calculate an RPI, depending primarily on the market reference (B2B, B2C, C2C) and the specific settings included in the calculation. <\/b><\/p>
Initially, the RPI is determined based on the vehicle\u2019s sale price plus any damages incurred. Subsequently, this total can be divided either by a B2C market value or a configured B2B value, which incorporates dealer margin percentage and amount, as well as negotiation rate.\u00a0<\/p>
Ultimately, the RPI can vary from one OEM to another<\/b>, depending on the calculation settings chosen. Notably, the RPI may fluctuate by up to 10 points between two countries<\/b> for the same brands. It is more strategic and relevant\u00a0 for an OEM to monitor RPI rather than focusing solely on absolute margin value.\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t