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What You Don't Know Won't Hurt You...

Or Will It? Find Out Now!

When someone asks about marketing automation or inbound marketing, sometimes the best way to explain it is just to show them.

What you will get in this episode:

  • A firsthand look at how it works
  • How we build strategies using this technology
  • Successful campaigns we have implemented

Learn more by watching the video below and get our marketing automation and inbound secrets on…

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Added by Paul Potratz on January 5, 2016 at 5:23pm — No Comments

All Segments Depreciate This Week

Welcome to this week's edition of Black Book Market Insights, with in-depth analysis of used car and truck valuation trends and insights straight from the auction lanes. Click here to download the full…

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Added by Black Book on January 5, 2016 at 10:18am — No Comments

Doing the same thing expecting different results!

Most, yes most websites today are really not optimized for conversions. Is Yours?  It is a New Year, New Opportunities, New Attitude so let's make some changes by adapting. More is less today. Floating Chats, Redirects, multiple pop ups etc. Really! Too many clicks to convert. When you’re online how many clicks before you exit or bounce because it's too hard to find what our looking for? After 16 years in retail myself when I was approached by Vendors there was two questions I wanted to…

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Added by Russell B. Hill on January 4, 2016 at 1:23pm — 1 Comment

“Clicks-to-Bricks” Express Auto Retailing Is Coming

Today, technology must create a customer journey that allows a consumer to buy online, or start online, and pick up right where they left off in the showroom. The technology exists to accomplish this. Proof of that is right in front of our eyes in the Carvanas, Beepis, Vrooms and other such companies. They’re already leveraging technology to take sales away from dealers.…

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Added by Bruce Thompson on January 4, 2016 at 8:49am — 1 Comment

Memories of Technology in the Automotive Industry mid ‘70's

About to really date myself with this blog but considering it was before most folks in the industry were around I hope you will find it interesting.

 

Let me take you back to the automotive industry in the mid 1970’s. It was the dawning of the use of technology in the dealership. Dealerships at that time were primarily single point domestic…

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Added by Ken Luna on January 4, 2016 at 8:26am — No Comments

Just Bolt Ons Performance Parts in NJ for Consumers and Auto Dealers

Hey Everyone, Happy New Year!

Just Bolt-Ons - Just letting you know about a new Performance Auto Parts business catered to working with both consumers and auto dealers to provide them all the performance parts that they may want. Whether it's as simple as an exhaust setup, cold air intake, or a supercharger/turbo upgrade. 

We are…

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Added by Jonathan Morales on January 4, 2016 at 7:30am — 1 Comment

Vehicle Advertising

Digital advertising may be a rage today but the imperativeness of Banner advertising or vehicle branding cannot be dis affirmed.

It’s a kind of long term investment for your business marketing. Due to its cost effectiveness and long term use it is capable of competing with digitalized…

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Added by Betty Rose on January 4, 2016 at 3:45am — No Comments

1st Gen or 2nd Gen Ford Raptors, which do you prefer?

So who's waiting patiently for the 2017 Ford Raptor? I'm really impressed with the horsepower numbers but I'm happy with my 6.2 and the fact that my resell value is thru the roof right now! That is until Ford brings back the 6.2L or something bigger!

Check out the 2017 Raptor being tested in the Sand Dunes!…

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Added by Jonathan Morales on January 2, 2016 at 8:30pm — No Comments

BIG DATA: Are We Using It All Wrong?

Big data is a buzzword that’s been floating around the auto industry for some time now. Every dealership’s DMS is filled with opportunities. Through segmentation, data and equity mining, combined with a little bit of common sense, dealerships can target customers with relevant messaging and see great conversion rates. But what about reaching those people that aren’t your…

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Added by David Metter on December 31, 2015 at 9:08am — 1 Comment

This Week in Social Media

News for the Week of 12.30 

Google 360-Degree Storytelling on YouTube



Storytelling is BIG and YouTube doesn't plan on missing out. Google Spotlight Stories are now available for select Android users on the YouTube app, bringing an in-the-moment, virtual reality feature to users. Now,…

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Added by Joseph Little on December 30, 2015 at 5:29pm — 1 Comment

Turn Phone Shoppers Into Sales

Are your shoppers constantly on their phones in your showroom? We've developed some strategies that can help you reach the customer in some new ways. Find out how to turn phone shoppers into sales on this week's episode of Think Tank Tuesday!

Added by Paul Potratz on December 30, 2015 at 4:00pm — 1 Comment

The Approach

The Approach


I find it interesting how we can learn things from different professions that we can all use in our everyday dealership operations. Today I want to look at what we can learn from pilots. Some of you…
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Added by Rob Gehring on December 30, 2015 at 1:00pm — 1 Comment

Own Your Way to Customer Loyalty

Earning customer loyalty in today’s society is especially tricky. As almost every retailer now has a loyalty program, it’s difficult to stand out and make your customer truly feel special and appreciated. Earning loyalty isn’t simply about giving something away. It’s about creating and nurturing a relationship that builds a brand advocate who will continue to patronize your…

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Added by Mike Gorun on December 30, 2015 at 10:50am — No Comments

Navigating SEO: How to Make the Most of Link Building in 2016

How to Make the Most of Link Building in 2016

Link building isn't dead, and it's not likely to die in 2016. If you want to build authority for your website to increase organic traffic, link building is still a crucial component of SEO.

The problem is, you may not be aligning your link building efforts with the standards that will lead to…

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Added by Timothy Martell on December 30, 2015 at 8:34am — No Comments

CEM vs. CRM

What’s the Difference for Your Dealership? 

Ever wonder about the difference between your CEM and CRM?  What are the specifics of each, and how do they benefit your dealership—both individually and when strategically positioned to work together?  At first glance, it’s easy to think they’re synonymous, and while they have overlapping features, there are definitive…

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Added by Joseph Little on December 29, 2015 at 5:30pm — No Comments

Auto Dealership Business Model in for Disruptive Change--May Be a Revolution, a Collapse, and a Reinvention Soon

Auto Dealership Business Model in for Disruptive Change--May Be a Revolution, a Collapse, and a Reinvention Soon

The current automotive dealer business model is in great peril and must change dramatically in the near future.

Are you crazy?  Auto Dealers--whom should now be called Automotive Retailers-- are having a record year in sales and profits in 2015.  Warren Buffett and AutoNation are buying up franchise dealerships --and there has never been a better time to be in…

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Added by Chuck Parker on December 29, 2015 at 2:20pm — No Comments

Used Car Profit Occurs When Buying, Not Selling

From a logical sense you would think that profit is made when selling a used car, but reality is that profit occurs when buying them. This is because profit isn't about each individual vehicle sale, but about your strategy and process as a whole. How you buy used vehicles, and why, is more important that how you sell them.

I published a post recently called Ideas for Enhancing Your Used Vehicle Acquisition Strategy that references…

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Added by Ryan Gerardi on December 29, 2015 at 2:00pm — 1 Comment

What Facebook Reviews Mean for Your Dealership

Facebook Reviews Matter

Look out, Yelp.  Facebook has joined the latest list of sites vying for consumer attention when it comes to user reviews and ratings.  With its recently-launched Best Professional Services site, it joins a crowded market that caters to local businesses and organizations seeking…

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Added by Joseph Little on December 29, 2015 at 2:00pm — No Comments

Low Depreciation for Cars and Trucks

Welcome to this week's edition of Black Book Market Insights, with in-depth analysis of used car and truck valuation trends and insights straight from the auction lanes. Click here to download the full…

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Added by Black Book on December 29, 2015 at 11:37am — No Comments

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