Unlock Niche Audiences: Why Lesser-Known Platforms Matter for Automotive Sales
When it comes to digital marketing for a car dealership, the first platforms that usually come to mind are Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, and LinkedIn, all favoured for their extensive reach and proven effectiveness. However, lesser-known platforms also provide valuable opportunities to extend a dealership’s marketing reach. These platforms can effectively target niche markets and […]
Driving Leads to the Lot: How Car Dealerships Can Convert Interest into Sales
Lead generation is the process of building interest in a product or service and then turning that interest into a sale. In the case of dealerships, attracting potential buyers and converting them into customers can be particularly challenging because purchasing a car is a significant decision that most people make infrequently. This makes it crucial […]
How LinkedIn Transforms Dealership Marketing in 2024
LinkedIn marketing for car dealerships is crucial because LinkedIn is now the fourth fastest-growing platform, with over 930 million members globally in 2024, and offers dealerships a powerful opportunity to connect with a vast and engaged audience. Studies show that dealerships actively using LinkedIn as part of their marketing strategy saw a 30% increase in […]
Optimizing Dealership Service Departments for Maximum Profitability
The service department plays a supportive role in sustaining dealership profitability alongside sales and other services. According to the National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA), dealership service and parts sales amounted to an impressive $142.62 billion in 2023, making up a substantial portion of dealership revenue. Furthermore, Forbes reports that over 40% of a dealership’s total […]
From Homes to Cars Transferring Real Estate Success to Auto Dealerships
Automotive dealerships and real estate agencies face unique challenges but share common goals in adapting to changing market conditions and customer preferences. Both sectors manage significant life purchases—homes and vehicles—which require constant updates to inventories, pricing, and promotional tactics. Realtors have long employed strategies that are now emerging in the car sales industry, and car […]
From Turnover to Retention Strategies to Combat Understaffing in Car Dealerships
Understaffing is a significant issue for car dealerships, directly affecting sales and customer service quality. According to the National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA), the annual employee turnover rate at car dealerships has been over 46% in recent years, contributing to operational challenges and gaps in service. The struggle to retain top talent compounds this issue, […]
Unlocking Top-Tier Customer Service in the Automotive World
In the competitive auto market, the impact of high-level customer service on brand strength and customer retention is undeniable. According to a report by the National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA), dealerships prioritizing customer service generate up to 35% more revenue from parts and service sales than their counterparts. Additionally, research by Automotive News found that […]