On December 21, news had spread that the man behind most of what we do in this industry today had passed away, well respected industry legend, Ralph Paglia. As I write this article, I am sad about our loss but I am thrilled about what he left us with. He left us with the blueprint that has changed the entire automotive industry from a digital marketing perspective. Anyone that … [Read more...] about In Honor Of Our Godfather of Automotive Marketing: Ralph Paglia
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NEW PODCAST EPISODE: Experimarketing – If You’re Not Mobile First, You’re Last
On this episode of Experimarketing, Matt and Colin connect with Dealer Marketing Magazine expert panelist and accomplished author Jack Nerad, to discuss mobile-first advertising in 2021 and beyond! A strong majority of respondents to the survey said they use their phones to research car models and specs (66%) and compare prices (74%). Listen below. Read the … [Read more...] about NEW PODCAST EPISODE: Experimarketing – If You’re Not Mobile First, You’re Last
Lockdown Spurs Growth of Streaming Video, Driving More Opportunity for Local Dealers
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed many aspects of our lives, including the way we work, learn, shop and communicate. In regards to consumer video consumption, the pandemic hasn't so much changed the paradigm as it has advanced significant trends already in motion, mainly the impacts of cord cutting and streaming on the growth of digital video and the continued audience erosion … [Read more...] about Lockdown Spurs Growth of Streaming Video, Driving More Opportunity for Local Dealers
Smartphones Becoming an Essential Marketing Avenue
Among the many ways that COVID-19 has changed our lives is the rapidly rising profile of the smartphone as an automotive marketing and selling tool. Certainly, American consumers relied on their phones long before the pandemic reared its ugly head. But in the midst of the health crisis, the smartphone has become the one indispensable tool in an era when personal interaction has … [Read more...] about Smartphones Becoming an Essential Marketing Avenue
NEW PODCAST EPISODE: The ‘Why Buy’
In this Episode of Mostly Automotive Marketing with Matt Wilson, we discuss the ‘why buy’ message. What makes your dealership different? What is your differentiating factor? Do you have one? Do you need one? Why should customer come to you? Max Zanan, Founder and CEO of MZ Dealer Services (and expert panel member at Dealer Marketing Magazine) discuss. A clear cut ‘Why Buy … [Read more...] about NEW PODCAST EPISODE: The ‘Why Buy’