It’s no secret that every car buyer is different. They have specific tastes. Some look for a particular model and make, and some prefer buying their vehicles from local car dealers. The list of preferences each buyer has is quite vast. However, these buyers have one thing in common, and that is, most of them search their preferred vehicles on the internet. With technology … [Read more...] about Using “Search” for Car Dealers
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The Real Value of Third Parties in Automotive
I’ve heard third-party listing sites described as a necessary evil in automotive. They provide valuable information to consumers and valuable leads to dealerships but many argue that these connections should happen without the third-party and their additional cost to dealers. Everyone is right here: some organic customer/dealer connections do happen, but I believe the … [Read more...] about The Real Value of Third Parties in Automotive
Brand Building Tips for Dealerships During COVID-19
While we can’t be 100% certain how strong it will be, the demand for vehicles—whether it’s due to an expiring lease, delayed upgrade, or repair issue that was put on the backburner—will return. When coronavirus restrictions start to lift and the economy begins to hum again, you want to be the dealer that shoppers turn to. Even though it may feel like activity has come to an … [Read more...] about Brand Building Tips for Dealerships During COVID-19
Chatbot – Friend or Foe
What exactly is a chatbot? A chatbot is exactly what it sounds like: A robot that manages your conversations. The bot simulates a human-like interaction to give shoppers the information they are looking for. Bots are trained and then speak on your behalf, answering the most frequently asked questions while continuously learning your audience’s needs and … [Read more...] about Chatbot – Friend or Foe
Facebook Ads for Your Dealership: 10 Ideas To Get You Started
In my last article, the message was focused on running more Facebook Ads campaigns, and to put your focus on targeting: the right message, the right audience, with the right goal. The goal was not to create just one ad campaign that would appeal to absolutely everyone. The logical follow-up question then would be: “So how many campaigns are you saying I should run?” Let’s work … [Read more...] about Facebook Ads for Your Dealership: 10 Ideas To Get You Started