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The Pros and Cons of DIY Auto Repairs vs. Your Dealership
Consumer, Parts and Service, Service DriveWe live in a world of DIY – where there’s a YouTube video, there are hundreds of practical ways to save money and practice useful skills by doing things yourself. Unfortunately, when it comes to your vehicle, DIY is not always the best choice. Let’s explore the pros and cons of DIY auto repairs and dealership repairs…
Creating Local Dealership Brand Awareness
Dealership, MarketingEvery car buyer is aware of the dealerships around them – they’re hard to miss when driving past and most customers choose a local dealership when it comes time to buy a car. How does your dealership stand out as a trusted…
Ways to Save Money Driving Your Vehicle
ConsumerWith fuel prices on the rise, everyone can benefit from ways to save money on their daily driving. From the work commute to running errands, these tricks can help you spend less…
Dealership Vehicle Repair Benefits
ConsumerThese days, everything is expensive, including owning a vehicle. You know that following a strict maintenance schedule is crucial to eliminating potential issues before they get worse and save money in the long run, but you find yourself trying to decide between…
Effective Dealership Marketing Strategies
Customer Loyalty, Dealership, Direct Mail, MarketingMarketing is part of running any successful business – any business that is not actively marketing their brand is losing out on both sales and customer retention. On one hand, marketing raises awareness so that locals think of your dealership…
Preparing Your Vehicle for a Road Trip
ConsumerWhen you take a road trip, your vehicle becomes a space to relax as you enjoy the route along the highways and byways. You are also relying on your vehicle’s performance and ability to provide a safe, smooth journey through whatever conditions the road might bring…
How Amazon Impacts Dealerships and Consumer Behavior
Customer Loyalty, Dealership, Direct Mail, Marketing, SalesDecades ago, Amazon started as an online bookstore and has since grown into a giant that reshapes how we shop. Log onto the site today, and you’ll find literally anything, from clothes to toys to cleaning products – and even cars. Customers are…
Strategies for Effective Goals and Dealership Team Building
DealershipTeam building is essential for dealerships and each department in that store. When all the employees work together, the dealership will be able to achieve its goals efficiently.
Unfortunately, effective team building can be difficult to achieve…