07/06/2019 https://www.stuff.co.nz/motoring/buying-a-used-car/112727177/the-new-model-thats-shaking-up-the-car-industry The new model that's shaking up the car industry Just behind insurance brokers, real estate agents and advertising people, car salesman is the least trusted profession in Australia, according to a recent Roy Morgan's annual Image of Professions Survey. They've been at the bottom since the survey began in 1988. While this reputation might not always be warranted, the realities of used-car dealerships mean buyers can often feel unduly pressured – sales people working on commission are incentivised to get buyers driving off the car yard. This business model also means buyers will almost certainly be paying more to cover overheads, dealer margins – and 'on-road' costs adding to the price. Searching online provides an alternative but comes with its own downsides. Buyers can choose from a larger selection of cars without navigating the hard-se...