Glossary / General

transparency

17 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

Transparency means being clear and honest about car prices and trade-in values. When dealerships are transparent, customers feel more satisfied and trust them more.

Technical Definition

In the automotive context, transparency refers to clear and open communication about pricing, trade-in values, and dealership practices. It can lead to increased customer satisfaction and trust.

Hear It Discussed

"They're urging the EU to apply fairness and transparency."
CHINA: China Edges Towards EU Deal, Xiaomi Tops 600,00 Deliveries and January’s EV Sales | 13 Feb 2026 EV News Daily - Technology and Business of EVs 06:05

"So concentrate on that and don't go worrying about your depreciation so much. [4195.5s] So buy something that lights up your heart and buy it with as much transparency as you can shine on it."
Air-Cooled Porsche Masterclass: Buying & Ownership Secrets with Adrian Crawford 9WERKS Radio : The Porsche and Car Podcast 09:55

"[977.3s] that can go out annually if the process was either direct to consumer, more Carvana like [983.7s] leading with transparency, et cetera."
Automakers Want to Sell DIRECT TO CONSUMER & Dealers Are PISSED | Episode 1104 CarEdge Live 16:23