Singer/songwriter Sarah Katherine Lawless’s newly released “make it make sense – stripped” (feat. Ava McCoy) takes a gentler approach, with its acoustic sound encapsulating a bitterness softened by time. This ballad opens with harmonized humming, evoking memories of seasons gone by. The original version, "make it make sense," released in 2024, was reminiscent of a rain-soaked sidewalk in the aftermath of a storm. In contrast, the recently unveiled “make it make sense (stripped)” featuring Ava McCoy offers a more tender perspective, situated between seasons and reflecting on the past. The heavy, humid anger has dissipated, leaving raw vocals enhanced by a fresh outlook alongside a new voice. Consequently, “make it make sense (stripped)” embodies a sense of closure, reminiscing on a summer romance that soured, almost expressing gratitude for the missed opportunities. These lyrics express thoughts of misunderstanding: “‘Cause you were assuming That I was through coping And off and away with another” Revealing a glimpse into the type of content I tend to engage with online, they evoke a sense of yearning that has evolved from frustration. This rendition carries a confessional tone, resembling regret when looking back. There’s a noticeable distance in this version, a sadness lingering after the anger has passed. It reflects a more nostalgic perspective, recalling the intensity of past emotions. Ava McCoy sings: “We’re newly found rivals so I’ll play the menace And you can go kindly f* off” Suddenly, Sarah Katherine Lawless shares in that sentiment. As they unite in the final line, the old bitterness surfaces easily: “But you give and take Oh my god! Get away from me You can head straight back to hell” This track encapsulates the shared experience of a situationship, effectively conveying the “disappointed but not surprised” sentiment. The back-and-forth in attention and affection is exasperating; however, with reflection, it highlights how ill-suited they were as partners. The tone shifts from assigning blame to a hard-won acceptance: “We walked the plank And you sank but I swam to the top And away so I thank you” These lines, paired with the acoustic melody, articulate the core feeling of this version: a complex detachment, a bitterness softened over time. — — :: connect with Sarah Katherine Lawless here :: — — “make it make sense” (stripped) – Sarah Katherine Lawless ft. Ava McCoy — — — — Connect with Sarah Katherine Lawless on Facebook, TikTok, Instagram Connect with Ava McCoy on Facebook, 𝕏, TikTok, Instagram Discover new music on Atwood Magazine © courtesy of the artist :: Today’s Song(s) :: follow our daily playlist on Spotify

      A new direct-sales model is transforming dealership operations, reducing distribution costs and altering the car-buying experience in Europe.

      BMW dealers in Europe will soon serve only as intermediaries, with inventory owned by BMW, which will provide the dealers with a fixed fee for each vehicle sold. The launch of this direct-sales model was initially planned for 2026, but that timeline has now been postponed.

      Significant changes are coming for BMW in Europe. After successfully implementing an agency sales model for Mini, BMW will now adopt this same strategy for its brand, fundamentally changing how it sells vehicles across the continent. According to the German automaker, this transition will enhance efficiency, lower costs, and ultimately improve the customer buying experience.

      BMW originally aimed to transition to a direct-sales model in early 2026, but that schedule has been delayed. The brand still plans to implement it, with the rollout timing for each market yet to be announced. Mini was the first to adopt this model last year, starting in Italy, Poland, and Sweden before extending to 20 more markets.

      Details of the new structure were discussed with Jochen Goller, head of customer, brands, and sales at the BMW Group, who noted that feedback on the new model has been “extremely positive.” He stated, “We’re honestly even more convinced than before that this is the right approach. By now, the end-to-end process is functioning well, from lead generation to vehicle handover, and the feedback has been overwhelmingly positive.”

      In this new agency direct-sales model, dealerships will not own their inventory or have the ability to set their own prices. Instead, they will act as service providers, while the manufacturer retains ownership of the inventory and sponsors the marketing and sales efforts. Dealers will earn a commission through a fixed fee tied to vehicle purchases.

      For manufacturers, this agency approach is estimated to reduce distribution costs by ten percent or more. Crucially, it enables brands to maintain direct communication with customers during the purchasing process and allows for tighter control over pricing, which was previously compromised by dealer negotiations.

      BMW has not announced a specific date for the implementation of this new model. In a statement addressing the delay, a BMW spokesperson mentioned that the company “has been adjusting the ramp-up and go-to-market plan for BMW, making minor tweaks to the overall schedule to ensure swift implementation and a high standard of operational excellence.”

Singer/songwriter Sarah Katherine Lawless’s newly released “make it make sense – stripped” (feat. Ava McCoy) takes a gentler approach, with its acoustic sound encapsulating a bitterness softened by time. This ballad opens with harmonized humming, evoking memories of seasons gone by. The original version, "make it make sense," released in 2024, was reminiscent of a rain-soaked sidewalk in the aftermath of a storm. In contrast, the recently unveiled “make it make sense (stripped)” featuring Ava McCoy offers a more tender perspective, situated between seasons and reflecting on the past. The heavy, humid anger has dissipated, leaving raw vocals enhanced by a fresh outlook alongside a new voice. Consequently, “make it make sense (stripped)” embodies a sense of closure, reminiscing on a summer romance that soured, almost expressing gratitude for the missed opportunities. These lyrics express thoughts of misunderstanding: “‘Cause you were assuming That I was through coping And off and away with another” Revealing a glimpse into the type of content I tend to engage with online, they evoke a sense of yearning that has evolved from frustration. This rendition carries a confessional tone, resembling regret when looking back. There’s a noticeable distance in this version, a sadness lingering after the anger has passed. It reflects a more nostalgic perspective, recalling the intensity of past emotions. Ava McCoy sings: “We’re newly found rivals so I’ll play the menace And you can go kindly f* off” Suddenly, Sarah Katherine Lawless shares in that sentiment. As they unite in the final line, the old bitterness surfaces easily: “But you give and take Oh my god! Get away from me You can head straight back to hell” This track encapsulates the shared experience of a situationship, effectively conveying the “disappointed but not surprised” sentiment. The back-and-forth in attention and affection is exasperating; however, with reflection, it highlights how ill-suited they were as partners. The tone shifts from assigning blame to a hard-won acceptance: “We walked the plank And you sank but I swam to the top And away so I thank you” These lines, paired with the acoustic melody, articulate the core feeling of this version: a complex detachment, a bitterness softened over time. — — :: connect with Sarah Katherine Lawless here :: — — “make it make sense” (stripped) – Sarah Katherine Lawless ft. Ava McCoy — — — — Connect with Sarah Katherine Lawless on Facebook, TikTok, Instagram Connect with Ava McCoy on Facebook, 𝕏, TikTok, Instagram Discover new music on Atwood Magazine © courtesy of the artist :: Today’s Song(s) :: follow our daily playlist on Spotify

A novel direct-sales model is transforming dealership operations, reducing distribution expenses and redefining the car-buying experience in Europe.

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