What’s going on in the car market? September 2022
What’s going on in the car market? September 2022 So we just ended a worldly pandemic, and are about to exit what his plagued the automotive industry for over two years now, the chip shortage. If you’ve been living under a rock, you wouldn’t of heard of such a thing. However, if you work in […]
Why independent dealers need to prepare for a slower 2024
Not very many vendors have been discussing the shift in customer profile & sentiment that’s been seen at many dealerships across the country. It’s better to claim ignorance than to take the blinders off and focus on the facts, which are quite daunting. However, reality is beginning to set fourth in for many family […]
Marketing for Car Dealers – The Hard Truth
The truth about marketing for car dealers is – it can be an expensive mistake, and unnecessary. You might have to pay for ads, content creation, training somebody for the position, or maybe you’ve outsourced it to a Marketing Agency. Or perhaps you’re buying lead lists you have no ownership or control over. Whatever […]
The Auto Loan Crisis of 2024
The Auto Loan Crisis of 2024 The pandemic has changed how consumers buy products, services, and just about everything under the sun. Just about every industry has been affected, from manufacturing all the way to membership businesses like gyms, salons, and things of the sort. However, there’s a new pandemic on the verge of changing […]
Why the CARS Rule Stalled – And Why Dealerships Should Be Worried in 2025
Why the CARS Rule Stalled – And Why Dealerships Should Be Worried in 2025 Car dealerships are in for a turbulent 2025. The Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) Combating Auto Retail Scams (CARS) Rule was designed to crack down on shady dealership tactics like bait-and-switch pricing and hidden fees. It was supposed to bring much-needed transparency […]
The U.S. Dealership Market: Tax Season Challenges in 2024
Tax season comes around yearly, bringing familiar trends and fresh obstacles for car dealerships nationwide. This year echos last year’s patterns, with some dealers seeing surges in new vehicle sales due to attractive rebates, while others confront issues like low stock, static interest rates, and struggles getting buyers approved. Tax Season’s Impact on Dealerships Many […]
The Rise & Fall of the American Car Dealership
The rise of the car dealership model has been a boon for the automotive industry. In recent years, stimulus checks and other factors have led to an increase in the number of people buying cars. However, saving money on a car purchase is still a top priority for many consumers. This is where the current […]
Automotive Digital Marketing – 10 Secrets in 10 Minutes!
People looking for new car deals in newspapers are a story from the past! It was some 15 or 20 years ago that unattractive ads were placed in papers to buy or sell a car. Today the world of buying and selling, be it a car or any other thing, has moved into a digital […]
Car Buyer Leads: How to Generate and Convert More Sales
Car buyer leads are essential for any automotive dealership looking to increase sales and revenue. These leads are potential customers who have shown interest in purchasing a car, making them valuable prospects for dealerships. Generating high-quality leads is a crucial aspect of automotive marketing, and it requires a strategic approach to achieve success. At Arbor […]
Car Dealership Marketing Ideas – Affordable & Effective
The car dealership marketing ideas listed below will help you hone your dealers online and offline visibility. Think of this as a cheat sheet – sorta like spark notes for dealership marketing. 1. Use Automotive Lead Nurturing Campaigns to Reach the Right Audience Most dealerships have moderate branding and promotion budgets, but it is not […]