Case Study: Protecting Assets,
Reducing Costs at Stapp Interstate Toyota
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CHALLENGE
Hailstorms posed a significant threat to Stapp Interstate Toyota's valuable inventory, leading to potential damage and rising insurance costs. They sought a comprehensive solution to safeguard their vehicles while keeping their business operation financially sound.
SOLUTION
IPOWER Alliance partnered with VPS to design a custom system prioritizing Stapp Interstate Toyota’s needs:
Comprehensive Hail Protection: Heavy-duty hail
canopies provided 100% shade, shielding all 335 cars on the lot from hail damage. This eliminated the risk of costly repairs and ensured the showroom quality of their inventory.
Reduced Insurance Costs: By significantly minimizing the hail damage risk, Stapp Interstate Toyota became a lower-risk customer for insurance companies. This translated into potential savings on premiums & deductibles.
ADDITIONAL ADVANTAGES
Improved Customer Experience: Customers appreciated the covered parking, offering a cooler and more comfortable car shopping experience.
Environmental Benefits: The canopies were equipped with bifacial solar panels, generating clean energy and reducing reliance on traditional power sources.
IPower Alliance
Save money with clean and resient energy, an350d protectced vehicles from hail, sun, rain and snow.
POWER USE CHARTS
View live energy generation at Stapp Interstate Toyota and how it offsets their energy consumption
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Prioritize Protection: Investing in hail protection systems can significantly reduce the risk of hail damage for dealerships in hail-prone areas. This translates to lower insurance costs and a stronger financial position.
Multiple Benefits: Hail protection can offer additional advantages beyond just weatherproofing, enhancing the customer experience and promoting environmental
responsibility.
Future-Proofing Your Dealership: By implementing solutions like Stapp Interstate Toyota’s hail canopies, dealerships can achieve multiple goals:
Minimize Risk: Reduce the potential for hail damage and its financial consequences.
Save on Insurance: Lower insurance premiums can translate to significant financial savings.
Focus on Sales: Peace of mind from weather protection allows dealerships to prioritize customer service & sales.
