Trends, technology, savings tips 2024: Read this before buying your new car

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Consumer goods, rent, health insurance, energy, VAT, etc. Due to the increase in costs, the total cost of the vehicle plays an important role. In addition to purchase costs or down payments and lease, there are also taxes, insurance, maintenance and service. As the 2023 Swiss mobility barometer shows, total costs are often greatly underestimated. Vehicle owners expect around 300 francs per month for depreciation, maintenance, insurance and taxes (excluding fuel and parking costs). In fact, according to TCS calculations, the monthly cost of a middle-class car is around 635 francs.

For comparison: Ford Puma ST-Line Carvolution now offers down payment for some vehicles and the monthly fixed price is correspondingly lower; Ford Puma ST-Line

In total, the Swiss subscription provider offers around 17 models for under 635 francs per month. This shows that the car subscription is quite attractively priced.

So if you prefer to keep your money in your bank account, you don’t have to rely on leasing, you can buy your dream car via subscription. The advantage over buying and leasing is that costs such as full insurance, taxes, tires and tire replacements are already included in the monthly subscription price. You no longer have to worry about value or resale after the term ends.

With its best price guarantee, Carvolution also promises that customers will get the best deal for their subscription and pay no more overall than leasing. The background to the proposal is the widespread prejudice that subscription is more expensive than renting. But Carvolution co-founder Léa Miggiano says the comparison is flawed because the subscription includes insurance, registration and taxes, service and maintenance, as well as tire costs.

The Geneva Motor Show at the end of February will be quite eventful as electric cars are likely to dominate. Their share of new registrations is already constantly increasing. It is not yet known whether this upward trend will be slowed down by the decision of the Federal Council. Starting from 2024, electric vehicles will no longer benefit from tax deductions. Given the rapid technological advances in batteries, drives and increasingly important software, a car subscription pays for itself compared to a purchase thanks to flexible terms.

Carvolution will add the Mini SE, Smart Brabus #1 and Smart Brabus #3, as well as the Skoda Enya 85x to its electric car fleet in early 2024. The spacious Ford Tourneo Custom Titanium is now available as a subscription. Other models from popular brands such as Audi, Ford, Volvo, VW and Skoda are available in Bannwil.

There is a subscription for the right tool for every need. From cheap, well-equipped small cars to high-quality sedans, there’s something for everyone. Regardless of the brand and model, the affordable cost structure and the elimination of high initial investment make vehicle subscription even more attractive.

Most of us live in rent. We have fixed prices for music, movies and news. Rent equipment for your ski holiday and chalet. Driving a car instead of owning one is becoming normal, as is the case with other consumer goods. According to market research and automobile experts, the subscription model will reach up to 40 percent market share in the next few years.

With a selectable term from 3 to 48 months and a customizable mileage package, a Carvolution vehicle subscription offers greater flexibility than leasing with full cost control. The fixed price includes amortization, taxes, insurance, maintenance, service, tires and first vignette. Unlike renting or carpooling, with a subscription the vehicle is always available to the driver.

Availability is also an important issue when it comes to supply. If you want a new car, you need to be prepared for a longer waiting period depending on the configuration. Carvolution offers an advantage here with its wide range of new car options. It takes 14 to 21 days from the moment the order is placed until the delivery of the car used in the subscription.

Thanks to transparent prices, you do not need to visit more than one brand representative and bargain. Of course, you can also get advice from Carvolution. The fixed monthly price appears after configuring the duration, mileage package and canton of residence online. Everything is included. If you want, you can order the new car of your dreams directly online or even have it delivered.

Source: Blick