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How to Drive Success with Facebook Advertising for Car Dealerships
In the automotive industry, the influence of social media on car buying decisions is substantial. 44% of car buyers visit a dealership's social media accounts when deciding which automobile to purchase, and 38% of car shoppers rely on social media to assess the...
Oil is to an Engine, as AI is to EV
In the world of technical innovations, there's a duo that echoes the significance of oil to an engine - the union of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Electric Vehicles (EVs). Join me as I embark on a fascinating journey exploring the dynamic impact of these...
AI is Not Going to Take Your Job
Now more than ever, the very mention of implementing AI in business evokes polarizing reactions from people, especially when it comes to the automotive industry. Selling cars has always been, and always will be, about people. No automated system could ever replace...
Has Your Digital Retailing Process Become Irrelevant?
In 2016, Google came out with a study that illustrated the 5 micro-moments in a car buyer shopping journey. In a nutshell, these were the moments: 1. Which Car is Best for me? 2. Is it Right for me? 3. Can I Afford It? 4. Where Should I Buy It? 5. Am I getting a good...
The Click Conundrum: Why Clicks Don’t Equal Car Sales
In the competitive world of car marketing, dealerships of all sizes are constantly striving to maximize the effectiveness of their online campaigns. While digital metrics such as clicks, likes, and shares on platforms like Facebook may appear promising, it's crucial...
Why More Dealers Are Enabling Sales Staff to Present F&I Products Earlier in the Shopping Process
It has been well established that the importance of selling F&I products is currently at an all-time high. From helping to further boost profits and offset floor-planning cost erosion, to solidifying higher customer satisfaction through better protection of...
Evaluating Your Dealership’s Marketing Strategy: Critical Analysis and Check-In
As dealership managers and marketers, it is imperative to regularly assess your progress and devise strategic plans for the future. With year-end fast approaching, now is the opportune moment to evaluate your dealership's performance and make informed decisions based...
Mastermind and Reynolds and Reynolds Integration Now Available for Dealerships
automotiveMastermind (aM), part of S&P Global Mobility and the leading provider of predictive analytics and marketing automation solutions for dealerships, has announced dealers can officially sign up for an integration with Mastermind, aM’s flagship automated...
How the “72-Hour” Rule Could Increase Video Marketing Buy-In at Your Dealership
It’s a tried-and-true proposition that most dealerships’ salespeople are incentivized to follow up with customers in their CRM through the “72-Hour” rule. The rule means that if a salesperson has followed up with a customer – and it is logged into the CRM – they are...
Training Dealers & OEM Partners to Leverage AI & Advanced Data to Better Sell Connected Vehicles
New opportunities related to connectivity, advanced electronics, and computer technology are becoming increasingly important as vehicle technology advances. Auto dealers are on the front lines in this new environment where customers need to understand the technology...
Navigating the Road to Profitability: How Auto Dealers Can Thrive in the Era of Electric Vehicles
The automotive industry is undergoing a revolutionary shift as the world embraces electric vehicles (EVs) for their environmental and economic benefits. As combustion vehicles give way to cleaner and more sustainable alternatives, automobile dealers must adapt their...
Vinart Dealerships Saw 53% Increase in Inbound Appointments with 45% Show Rate with Quantum5’s Training
Announcement from Quantum5 Quantum5, the first-ever sustainable training tech for automotive, recently announced that Vinart Dealerships saw an overall increase of 53% in inbound scheduled appointments with a 45% show rate after implementing the training program....
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