For the past year, the chip shortage has lead to decreased production for Ford Motor Company and many other manufacturers. See how this may affect getting your new car under the Christmas tree.
What is the Chip Shortage?
As the COVID-19 pandemic progressed, factories and businesses shut down. Among those shutdowns were manufacturers of chips needed in automobiles. The continual shutdown created a backlog demand-chips needed for current vehicles and those needed for future production. Besides the chip shortage, there was also a shutdown of ports, causing another lag in getting chips to where they needed to be. When ports reopened, it caused yet another backlog of getting the chips out and included a shortage of labor to move the products. The disruption in the supply chain has lead to a shortage of vehicles on our lot.
Unfortunately, a shortage of vehicles is not the only issue we are encountering. The shutdown of ports and the shortage of drivers has also impacted the shipping of parts to our service department. Our staff is working hard to service our customers in the best way possible. But if you have come to the point of needing to replace your car, you do have options.
How Can I Buy a New Vehicle During the Chip Storage?
We have new vehicles on the lot, the Edge, Explorer, F-150 and more. Plus, we have a lot full of used cars, trucks and SUVs. What if you can’t find exactly what you are looking for? Purchasing a new vehicle is a very large investment and you want to be sure you are buying the right one.
With the onslaught of the chip shortage, it brought to light that coming to a dealership and buying a vehicle from the lot inventory, is not always a necessity. There is another avenue for you. It may be the perfect time to order your new vehicle. With backorders of vehicles being first in line for production, placing an order will get you next on the list. Another bonus is you can get exactly what you want with the options you need without paying for something unnecessarily. It can be a bit overwhelming to figure out your wants and needs. That’s where our experienced staff can help. They can work with you to determine what you are looking for and make recommendations of options to fulfill your vehicle dreams. Call us today at (509) 581-5268 or contact us online to order your new Ford. While you’re at it, you can get the loan application process started with our online pre-approval form. We look forward to serving you at Wendle Ford, our family-owned dealership in Spokane, WA.
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