Forget about manufacturer, they at least have things to do.
About two years ago, I called a store, real brick-and-mortar store to be clear. I wanted to buy a CD player and asked where could I see it and very likely pick it up. I was ready do drive a few hours to get it. Well, maybe in our location closer to you. Well, but it is almost a holiday. Well, the guy will come there after the holiday. Well, we’ll call you when we are ready.
I guess they were never ready.
After a few months, I remembered the CD player again and bought it from a dealer a number of states away.
What is the store for, if not to communicate with customers?