LAURENT A. VOIVENEL, SVP OPERATIONS & DEVELOPMENT, SWISS-BELHOTEL INTERNATIONAL, HIGHLIGHTS MID-MARKET OPPORTUNITY FOR INVESTORS AT HOTELIER MIDDLE EAST CONFERENCE
Dubai – Laurent A. Voivenel, Senior Vice President, Operations and Development for the Middle East, Africa and India, Swiss-Belhotel International, participated in a panel discussion today on ‘Balancing Supply & Bridging the Gap’ at the annual Great GM Debate held in Dubai. Attended by more than 200 leading hoteliers it is one of the industry’s most popular forums to discuss the unique challenges and opportunities faced by the hospitality sector on a day-to-day basis and to learn from the best practices of the peers.
Dispelling the common misconceptions that exist with regards to the return on investment and profitability of mid-market hotels, Laurent stressed, “There are many factors that make mid-market hotels a lucrative investment option for owners. The most important is that despite the strong demand only limited budget hotels inventory is entering the market, making the supply and demand dynamics far more favourable for mid-market hotels and, therefore, giving investors a great opportunity to capitalise on. Moreover, lower cost of construction, operations and staffing for mid-market hotels contribute to greater profitability of projects and faster ROI. A typical plot of land can accommodate 30-35% more mid-scale rooms than luxury or upscale rooms. Cost of construction per key for mid-market hotels too is 20-30% lower than 5-star hotels. Also, since there are limited facilities, such hotels require less investment and take less time to build.”
Speaking on the key challenges holding back the development of mid-market hotels and how these can be overcome, Laurent stated, “There needs to be some sort of intervention from the authorities regarding land allocation because in areas where mid-market hotels should be to attract investors, the cost of land is prohibitively high or not available for budget hotels. Alternative construction methods such as modular construction should be considered, and approval process eased for these to make the project financially viable. To promote investment in mid-market hotel sector there is need for more flexible financial support infrastructure with increased lending from banks.”
It is widely accepted by the industry that in order to establish the UAE as a sustainable destination, it is imperative to balance out the supply gap. So how are hoteliers addressing the requirements of modern travellers? Laurent said, “The millennial travellers are the key target for mid-market hotels and their preference is quality-driven, trendy and technology friendly hotels. The range and intensity of the experience is important to the millennial travellers and hence they seek accommodation options that are different to stereotypical ‘hotels’ and offer unique experiences along with value for money. Soon we expect to introduce in the Middle East Zest Hotels which is a fun and fresh budget hotel brand voted this year as Asia’s leading budget hotel brand at World Travel Awards. We believe that savvy travellers shouldn’t have to sacrifice comfort, convenience and style even when sticking to a budget and, therefore, created the Zest Hotels concept to fit that important gap in the market.”
For further information visit http://www.swiss-belhotel.com
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Hina Bakht
Managing Director
EVOPS Marketing & PR
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About Swiss-Belhotel International
Swiss-Belhotel International currently manages a portfolio of more than 150* hotels, resorts and projects located in Cambodia, China, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Vietnam, Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Australia, New Zealand, Bulgaria, Georgia, Italy and Tanzania. Awarded Indonesia’s Leading Global Hotel Chain for six consecutive years, Swiss-Belhotel International is one of the world’s fastest-growing international hotel and hospitality management groups. The Group provides comprehensive and highly professional development and management services in all aspects of hotel, resort and serviced residences. Offices are located in Hong Kong, New Zealand, Australia, China, Europe, Indonesia, United Arab Emirates, and Vietnam. www.swiss-belhotel.com
*Numbers may fluctuate
Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai Partners with Latifa Hospital for Blood Donation Drive
In keeping with its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) policy the Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai participated recently in a Blood Donation campaign organised in collaboration with the Dubai Blood Donation Centre (DBDC) and Latifa Hospital.
Mr. Simon Moore, General Manager of Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai, said, “We are extremely grateful to Latifa Hospital for having given us the opportunity to support this essential life-saving cause, that also serves to raise awareness for the need of blood donations. As part of our CSR policy, we are committed to support humanitarian causes such as these in the broader interest of our community. I would like to thank all Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai colleagues who responded to our call for blood and made this initiative a true success by collecting 34 bottles of blood”.
The Dubai Health Authority’s Blood Donation Center (DBDC) is the main blood donation center in Dubai and it is committed to providing a safe and adequate supply of blood to all DHA hospitals & private hospitals in Dubai.
Transfusion of blood and blood products helps save millions of lives every year. Every blood donation can potentially save up to three lives. It can help patients suffering from life-threatening conditions live longer and with higher quality of life and supports complex medical and surgical procedures. It also has an essential, life-saving role in maternal and child care and during man-made and natural disasters. Today, only 62 countries get close to 100% of their national blood supplies from voluntary unpaid blood donations, with 40 countries still dependent on family donors and even paid donors.
For hotel marketing contact:
Sheryl Aquiatan
Assistant Marketing Managers
Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai
Mob: 00971 56 506 0983
Tel: 00971 4 702 8888
sheryl.aquiatan@millenniumhotels.com
For media contact:
Hina Bakht
Managing Director
EVOPS Marketing & PR
Mob: 00971 50 6975146
Tel: 00971 4 566 7355
Hina.bakht@evops-pr.com
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Millennium Hotels and Resorts, Middle East and Africa
Millennium Hotels and Resorts is a dynamic, global hotel company, which owns, asset manages and operates over 130 hotels worldwide. With almost 40,000 rooms and a portfolio of brands; including Biltmore, Grand Millennium, Millennium, Millennium Place, M Hotel, Copthorne, Kingsgate, Millennium Executive Apartments and Studio M, that serve different market segments, representing quality and value in every class.
Currently operating 35 hotels in the Middle East and Africa, the Group has an extensive expansion strategy in place, with 40 hotels in the pipeline. Each property in the region is unique, catering to the varying tastes and needs of the international business and leisure traveller but with a consistent promise to provide a first class service and a rewarding experience for guests. Millennium Hotels and Resorts is committed to differentiating itself by embracing the true spirit of diverse traditions, with a sincere respect to historical heritage and local culture.
With the motto “More than Meets the Eye”, Millennium & Copthorne is committed to a customer-centric philosophy and complete guest satisfaction.
For more information, please visit www.millenniumhotels.com
ICAI – (Dubai) Chapter NPIO inaugurated office in DIFC
Dubai Chapter of ICAI was formed 36 Years ago to promote the professional
interest of its members, by providing a forum to Chartered Accountants
residing in Dubai and Northern Emirates. Dubai Chapter is the largest and
most active award-winning Chapter of the 32 overseas chapters of ICAI.
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (Dubai) Chapter NPIO with 3
First Founding Members CA. Nimish Makvana, CA. Naveen Sharma and CA. Pankaj
Mundra got provisional approval from DIFC to incorporate Non
– Profit entity Under the Chairmanship of CA. Nimish Makvana and his team in
year 2015-16.
After completing all the necessary formalities by CA. Naveen Sharma and his
team The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (Dubai Chapter)
announced the opening of its new office in Dubai International Financial
Centre (DIFC), the leading international financial hub for the Middle East,
Africa and South Asia region. To celebrate this opening, Mr Arif Amiri,
Chief Executive Officer of DIFC Authority inaugurated the new office in the
presence of 3 First Founding Members, Past Chairmen, Managing Committee and
dignitaries. This mark yet another landmark for ICAI as it integrates itself
further into the financial space of the UAE. The DIFC is the foremost
financial hub for Middle East, Africa and South Asia. The registration with
an organization of this magnitude puts the ICAI into the very heart of the
financial activity in the region.
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India is having its Overseas
office in Dubai registered as a branch of ICAI with license issued by Dubai
Creative Clusters Authority and located at Dubai Knowledge Park since 2004.
CA. Prabhdeep Singh Baweja, Regional Director of ICAI heads the Overseas
office which caters to the needs of the members and students in the Middle
East and African Region. ICAI has 16 chapters in these regions which include
10 in Middle East and 6 in Africa and with presence of large number of
members in these regions, the Overseas office acts as coordinating and focal
point for working with the chapters and achieving the objectives of the
organization in these regions.
La Ville Hotel & Suites Welcomes New Executive Chef
The charming 5-star boutique hotel, La Ville Hotel & Suites CITY WALK,
welcomes Moritz Neumann as the Executive Chef. Chef Moritz with over 16
years of experience is bringing his culinary expertise to create new
flavors for the hotel and its outstanding dining venues.
“It is a great honor for me to join the team of this lifestyle boutique
hotel. I am focused on updating the gastronomic landscape to ensure that
the culinary experience is just as remarkable as the hotel itself,” says
Chef Moritz “To best describe my cooking style, I would call it simple
cosmopolitan, where the main ingredients take center stage and the
techniques and flavors come from different global influences collected
over the years. I enjoy enhancing natural flavors, ensuring our guests
leave feeling nourished, well fed and looking forward to come back for
more in no time.”
The German Chef started his career with the Marriott International when
he joined Munich Marriott Hotel as apprentice in 2002. Over the past
decade, Moritz has worked in leading hotels and restaurants in Germany,
United Kingdom, United States of America, Qatar, and the United Arab
Emirates. Most recently, he worked as the Executive Sous Chef
overlooking the opening of the Renaissance Downtown Hotel, Dubai and its
f&b concept Outlets.
At La Ville Hotel & Suites, he is mandated with the all-around
management and operations of the property’s beautiful dining venues
including GRAZE, a gastro-grill serving a social culinary experience,
focused on prime beef cuts, Grapeskin, a standalone grape bar and
kitchen, Chival, a social eatery and LookUp lounge, overlooking the
rooftop pool.
Cooking since a young age, Chef Moritz focuses on using fresh regional
produce for his dishes, which significantly influenced his style of
cooking. It is more and more important for customers to understand where
their food was sourced from to enjoy their meal with us. Cooking rustic,
homely food paired with creativity highlighting the original texture and
flavors of the main ingredients constantly shines through his dishes.
Bringing unconventional flair to typical meat dishes, he has curated a
new menu for GRAZE, which offers an array of modern dishes with urban
bold flavors, staying true to the restaurants roots. The new menu is
focused on high-quality beef from Australia. “We have been very
fortunate to work with well-established farms that produce the best
meats available in the market and worldwide,” says Moritz. His next
focus will be to work on developing new menus for Chival and Grapeskin,
inking lingering flavors to every aspect of the hotel.
SWISS-BELHOTEL INTERNATIONAL SCOOPS THREE PRESTIGIOUS ACCOLADES AT BALI TOURISM AWARDS 2018
Hong Kong: Leading global hotel chain and hospitality management group, Swiss-Belhotel International, was the proud recipient of four coveted Bali Tourism Awards, presented at the annual gala dinner on August 27, 2018.
Swiss-Belresort Watu Jimbar was named Bali Leading 4-Star Non-Beach Resort and Swiss-Belhotel Tuban received the awards for Bali’s Leading Airport Hotel. In addition, an individual award was given to Christopher MacLean who was named Bali Top Hospitality Leader and Swiss-Belhotel International also received the Bali Leading Regional Operator Award in recognition of the brand’s continued success.
In 2016, Swiss-Belresort Watu Jimbar scooped Bali’s Leading New Resort award, while Swiss-Belhotel Tuban was named Bali’s Leading 4-Star Hotel at the Bali Tourism Awards, which made this year’s awards a double-win for both properties.
The Bali Tourism Awards are considered highly prestigious industry accolades as they recognise travel, tourism and hospitality companies, organisations and individuals who are raising the bar in terms of quality of facilities, services and guest experiences. Award nominees are voted for online, while a Board of Advisors and representatives from the BINUS Business School – a valued partner for the award founders the ITTA Foundation – make the final selections.
“With over 52,000 votes cast online across seven countries this year, the Bali Tourism Awards validate travel brands that stand out in terms of performance, excellence, innovation, quality and creativity,” said Swiss-Belhotel International’s Senior Vice President of Operations and Development for Indonesia, Malaysia, Cambodia, Emmanuel Guillard.
“To be recognised as part of Bali’s success once again with these awards is a great honour for Swiss-Belhotel International and a clear sign that our Passion and Professionalism fits well with the island’s fast-evolving tourism landscape,” he added.
Swiss-Belresort Watu Jimbar is located in Sanur just 300 metres from the beach and only 20 minutes from Ngurah Rai International Airport. The hotel offers spacious rooms, an indoor and an outdoor pool, as well as al fresco dining options.
Swiss-Belhotel Tuban is an elegant hotel that’s built a reputation for offering excellent value. Located 10-minutes drive away from Bali Denpasar International Airport, and the same distance from Kuta Beach, the hotel features a huge outdoor pool, a choice of meeting spaces and offers a complimentary shuttle bus service to Discovery Shopping Mall, just over 5-minutes’ drive away.
Currently, Swiss-Belhotel International operates nine properties in key destinations across Bali, including Kuta, Sanur, Legian, Nusa Dua, Pecatu and Petitenget, with three more hotels scheduled to open within 2020.
For further information visit http://www.swiss-belhotel.com
For media contact:
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Managing Director
EVOPS Marketing & PR
Mob: 00971 50 6975146
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About Swiss-Belhotel International
Swiss-Belhotel International currently manages a portfolio of more than 150* hotels, resorts and projects located in Cambodia, China, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Vietnam, Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Australia, New Zealand, Bulgaria, Georgia, Italy and Tanzania. Awarded Indonesia’s Leading Global Hotel Chain for six consecutive years, Swiss-Belhotel International is one of the world’s fastest-growing international hotel and hospitality management groups. The Group provides comprehensive and highly professional development and management services in all aspects of hotel, resort and serviced residences. Offices are located in Hong Kong, New Zealand, Australia, China, Europe, Indonesia, United Arab Emirates, and Vietnam. www.swiss-belhotel.com
*Numbers may fluctuate
Designs Group Targets Further Growth in the UAE – Confirms Presence at The Hotel Show 2018
Saudi based Designs Group, a pioneer in providing integrated hotel solutions as well as construction and management services, will be once again showcasing its wide range of products and services at The Hotel Show at the Dubai World Trade Centre this year from 16 to 18 September.
Eng. Mohammad Al-Nadi, CEO of Designs Group, stated, “Demand for hotel interiors and other products is growing strongly in the UAE following the development of new hotels and renovations and at Designs Group we are well-placed to capitalize on this buoyant market. Not only are a number of new hotels being built across the country, but existing properties are being refurbished to stay competitive. The pie is just getting bigger which is driving growth for companies such as ours.”
There are currently 618 projects under development in the Middle East’s hotel pipeline that once completed will yield a total of 238,963 new rooms. The two most active countries across the region are the UAE, which has 222 hotel projects amounting to 126,576 rooms and Saudi Arabia, which has 143 projects and 55,810 rooms.
Elaborating on the significance of the show, Eng. Mohammad Al-Nadi, stressed, “Exhibiting at The Hotel Show provides us the perfect opportunity to promote B2B Hotel Furniture which is a specialized furniture, fixtures and equipment (FF&E) and operating supplies equipment (OS&E) purchasing firm to an audience of over 30,000 industry professionals. It also offers us the ideal platform to enhance relationships with existing hotel clients while generating new business and forging fresh partnerships. Moreover, it gives a 360-degree perspective on what’s new and what’s next in hotel interiors sector connecting the most inventive and the most influential design minds.”
B2B Hotel Furniture is well equipped to meet the demands of constantly evolving hospitality industry from small to large scale projects. With over three decades of outstanding experience and 13 specialized companies, Designs Group (ProArt Intl, PerfectTech, B2B Hotel Furniture, and other subsidiaries co.) has served a prestigious list of more than 10,000 clients across the Middle East and Africa region since the 1990s delivering some of the most complex and award-winning projects.
Eng. Mohammad Al-Nadi, said, “Based on our performance, we have built a strong reputation across the Middle East as a dependable company delivering exceptional value to our clients. With a highly skilled and experienced team of designers, project managers and site engineers, and a global procurement network, we are able to successfully meet the industry’s numerous challenges as well as budget and timescale constraints that gives us tremendous edge in the market.”
For more information about Designs Group please visit www.designs.sa
or www.b2bhotelfurniture.com
Visit Designs Group at The Hotel Show from 16-18 September 2018 at Sheikh Saeed Hall, Dubai World Trade Centre.
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Managing Director
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LAURENT A. VOIVENEL, SVP OPERATIONS & DEVELOPMENT, SWISS-BELHOTEL INTERNATIONAL, RANKED AMONG MOST INFLUENTIAL HOTEL PROFESSIONALS IN MENA REGION BY HOTELIER MIDDLE EAST
Dubai – The much-awaited annual Hotelier Middle East Power 50 list is finally out! Laurent A. Voivenel, Senior Vice President, Operations and Development for the Middle East, Africa and India, Swiss-Belhotel International, has been ranked for the 5th consecutive year among the top 20 hoteliers in the MENA hospitality industry, up by 5 ranks compared to last year. The prestigious Hotelier Power 50 list by Hotelier Middle East recognises and celebrates the region’s 50 most influential hotel professionals for their outstanding performance.
Expressing his delight on this superb achievement, Laurent stated, “It is wonderful to be recognised by the region’s most reputed and popular trade publication. It is an exceptional resource for the hospitality sector providing key industry insights and business trends. I would like to take this opportunity to thank the entire team of Hotelier Middle East who puts in tremendous effort and energy in bringing out this amazing list that is considered the definitive ranking of the region’s hospitality players. I would also like to congratulate all fellow hoteliers who made it to the list.”
With more than 32 years of experience, including 18 in the Middle East, Laurent is focused on accelerating the growth of Swiss-Belhotel International in the region.
Elaborating on the opportunities, Laurent said, “The hospitality landscape across the region is developing at a rapid pace and we are keen to take advantage of this massive opportunity. Tourism performance in the main cities across the Middle East is expected to remain strong with the fruition of major infrastructure projects such as airport expansions, relaxation of travel policies, increased global connectivity and growth of low-cost carriers, new leisure attractions, enhanced business facilities and a year-long calendar of regional and international events. With 14 well-established brands, we are well equipped to meet the needs of every segment of the market. We are expanding our portfolio of brands across the region both in the upscale as well as in the mid-scale segment. For the first time in the region we have introduced brands such as Grand Swiss-Belresort, Swiss-Belresidences, Swiss-Belboutique and Swiss-Belinn.
For further information visit http://www.swiss-belhotel.com
For media contact:
Hina Bakht
Managing Director
EVOPS Marketing & PR
Mob: 00971 50 6975146
Tel: 00971 4 566 7355
Hina.bakht@evops-pr.com
www.evops-pr.com
About Swiss-Belhotel International
Swiss-Belhotel International currently manages a portfolio of more than 150* hotels, resorts and projects located in Cambodia, China, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Vietnam, Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Australia, New Zealand, Bulgaria, Georgia, Italy and Tanzania. Awarded Indonesia’s Leading Global Hotel Chain for six consecutive years, Swiss-Belhotel International is one of the world’s fastest-growing international hotel and hospitality management groups. The Group provides comprehensive and highly professional development and management services in all aspects of hotel, resort and serviced residences. Offices are located in Hong Kong, New Zealand, Australia, China, Europe, Indonesia, United Arab Emirates, and Vietnam. www.swiss-belhotel.com
*Numbers may fluctuate
MPower Fitness Club Opens at Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai
The Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai has announced the opening of the new MPower Fitness Club equipped with top-of-the-range fitness machines and outstanding facilities. Located on the hotels’ mezzanine level, the new gym is open to both hotel guests and outside members.
Simon Moore, General Manager of Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai, said, “MPower has been equipped with the latest in gym equipment including cardiovascular machines. Staffed by a professional team of certified trainers, who inspire members to reach their fitness goals, it offers a range of services to enhance health and wellbeing. Members can take advantage of flexible rates for weekdays, weekends, 1 month, 3 months or an annual basis.”
Whether you are looking to get fit or lose those stubborn kilos or simply tone up, MPower offers the perfect solution with an exceptional fitness regime. Members are entitled to a host of exclusive benefits and privileges including the following:
- Complimentary wireless Internet access
- Complimentary swimming pool access
- Induction and orientation of fitness club to ensure your technique and safety
- Members who take 3 months subscription and above will avail the following:
Eid Al Adha Feast at Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai
Get together with your family and friends to celebrate the joyous occasion of Eid Al Adha with a sumptuous brunch in the spectacular surroundings of Loumi restaurant at the Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai. The lavish buffet will feature a wide selection of the finest Arabic and International delicacies including fresh salads, sushi counter, indulgent seafood and live cooking stations, carvery and an assortment of delectable desserts. Lovers of Italian cuisine can enjoy Chef’s special menu at Da Vinci’s offering a superb mix of traditional Eid specialities as well as classic Italian flavours.
Mr. Simon Moore, General Manager of the Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai, said, “Whether you wish to have a large gathering of family and friends, or simply an intimate dining experience, we have the perfect venue and promotion to make your Eid Al Adha celebrations memorable. Our team has been working very hard to ensure our guests have magical time together.”
Loumi Eid brunch package starts from AED 199+VAT with unlimited soft drinks per adult, groups of 10 people and above can have one person dine free of charge while children below 5 years old, dine for free. The Eid Al Adha brunch will be available on 23rd and 24th August 2018 from 12 noon to 4pm.
Chef’s special menu at Da Vinci’s will be available from 21st to 31st August 2018 from 12 noon until 11.30 pm.
For hotel marketing contact:
Sheryl Aquiatan
Assistant Marketing Manager
Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai
Mob: 00971 56 506 0983
Tel: 00971 4 702 8888
sheryl.aquiatan@millenniumhotels.com
For media contact:
Hina Bakht
Managing Director
EVOPS Marketing & PR
Mob: 00971 50 6975146
Tel: 00971 4 566 7355
Hina.bakht@evops-pr.com
www.evops-pr.com
Millennium Hotels and Resorts, Middle East and Africa
Millennium Hotels and Resorts is a dynamic, global hotel company, which owns, asset manages and operates over 130 hotels worldwide. With almost 40,000 rooms and a portfolio of brands; including Biltmore, Grand Millennium, Millennium, Millennium Place, M Hotel, Copthorne, Kingsgate, Millennium Executive Apartments and Studio M, that serves different market segments, representing quality and value in every class.
Currently operating 35 hotels in the Middle East and Africa, the Group has an extensive expansion strategy in place, with 40 hotels in the pipeline. Each property in the region is unique, catering to the varying tastes and needs of the international business and leisure traveller but with a consistent promise to provide a first-class service and a rewarding experience for guests. Millennium Hotels and Resorts is committed to differentiating itself by embracing the true spirit of diverse traditions, with a sincere respect to historical heritage and local culture.
For more information, please visit www.millenniumhotels.com
eBay Motors Launches New Tools to Simplify Online Auto Parts Shopping
The platform’s latest auto schematic “Shop by Diagram” technology and an enhanced “My Garage” experience allows DIYers and mechanics to quickly identify and buy the right parts for auto repairs.
Whether you’re a DIYer tackling a simple car repair or a serious gearhead with a difficult project, there are two new ways to shop for parts and accessories on eBay Motors. Today, eBay announces their latest auto feature, Shop by Diagram, which lets shoppers use interactive schematics to determine which parts are necessary, and then quickly making the exact items they need available for purchase. A newly enhanced My Garage experience also launches today, which allows buyers to shop a personalized “virtual garage” of parts and accessories tailored specifically to their vehicle.
Buying the wrong part or not having all the right parts to complete a repair is a common headache for both auto enthusiasts and professional mechanics. According to eBay Motors’ Automotive DIY study1, nearly half of consumers (49 percent) have mistakenly purchased a part either online or in store, that was incompatible with their vehicle. Additionally, more than 70 percent have started a car repair before realizing they didn’t have all the right parts to finish the job. To address this, eBay has built algorithms that connect its catalog of over 80 million parts and accessories – one of the largest auto parts inventory in the world – to its unique visual diagrams and fitment data.
“More than half of all U.S. adults have tackled some sort of auto repair by themselves, and not knowing exactly which part they need can be one of the biggest obstacles to online parts shopping,” said Jay Hanson, COO and Vice President of eBay Americas. “The new features we’re rolling out today eliminate the guesswork by helping people find and buy the specific part they need — even if they don’t know exactly what it is.”
Shop by Diagram on eBay
eBay’s Shop by Diagram makes it easy to find any auto part — even if a shopper doesn’t know the part’s name or part number– by making your car’s schematic diagrams interactive. For the first time, professional and amateur mechanics can use visual diagrams to shop for the exact part needed for a project. eBay’s proprietary technology combs through millions of listed parts that match the visual diagram for each vehicle, and eBay’s fitment technology guarantees compatibility with the year, make and model of the vehicle selected by the shopper.
Enhanced My Garage Experience
The updated My Garage experience offers a custom storefront for every auto shopper. By saving the details of their cars, trucks and motorcycles including year, make, model, trim level and engine type to the “My Garage” destination, shoppers get streamlined access to the parts specific to their vehicle. When a shopper searches for any item, eBay will only surface items that fit the vehicles in their virtual garage.
More Powerful Tools for eBay Shoppers
Shoppers aren’t passionate about cars, they’re passionate about their cars, and eBay is making it easier for them to repair, care for, and upgrade their rides. Shop by Diagram and My Garage join eBay Motors’ ecosystem of powerful tools including Online Repair Manuals, Virtual Tech and Tire Installation Services. eBay is focused on personalization with new experiences like Interests, a feature that tailors the eBay experience for each shopper’s own passions, hobbies and style.
eBay Motors by The Numbers
· Nearly 80 million live part listings
· Nearly 220k live car and truck listings
· A wheel or tire part is sold every 7 seconds
· An exterior part is sold every 3 seconds
· An engine or engine component is sold every 15 seconds
· 15 motorcycle parts are sold every minute
Enhanced My Garage Experience
The updated My Garage experience offers a custom storefront for every auto shopper. By saving the details of their cars, trucks and motorcycles including year, make, model, trim level and engine type to the “My Garage” destination, shoppers get streamlined access to the parts specific to their vehicle. When a shopper searches for any item, eBay will only surface items that fit the vehicles in their virtual garage.
More Powerful Tools for eBay Shoppers
Shoppers aren’t passionate about cars, they’re passionate about their cars, and eBay is making it easier for them to repair, care for, and upgrade their rides. Shop by Diagram and My Garage join eBay Motors’ ecosystem of powerful tools including Online Repair Manuals, Virtual Tech and Tire Installation Services. eBay is focused on personalization with new experiences like Interests, a feature that tailors the eBay experience for each shopper’s own passions, hobbies and style.
eBay Motors by The Numbers
· Nearly 80 million live part listings
· Nearly 220k live car and truck listings
· A wheel or tire part is sold every 7 seconds
· An exterior part is sold every 3 seconds
· An engine or engine component is sold every 15 seconds
· 15 motorcycle parts are sold every minute
1 Survey Methodology: eBay Automotive DIY Study, 2018: U.S. national survey, conducted by Research Now in June 2018, with a sample of 1,000 active automotive DIYers.