TSLA385.190-13.31%
GM92.4304.09%
F12.6700.36%
RIVN14.0600.77%
CYD21.510-0.68%
HMC35.2201.23%
TM199.4606.46%
CVNA77.5506.27%
PAG212.3000.09%
LAD315.64016.87%
AN183.4704.96%
GPI272.8107.8%
ABG208.88011.11%
SAH64.0503.37%
TSLA385.190-13.31%
GM92.4304.09%
F12.6700.36%
RIVN14.0600.77%
CYD21.510-0.68%
HMC35.2201.23%
TM199.4606.46%
CVNA77.5506.27%
PAG212.3000.09%
LAD315.64016.87%
AN183.4704.96%
GPI272.8107.8%
ABG208.88011.11%
SAH64.0503.37%
TSLA385.190-13.31%
GM92.4304.09%
F12.6700.36%
RIVN14.0600.77%
CYD21.510-0.68%
HMC35.2201.23%
TM199.4606.46%
CVNA77.5506.27%
PAG212.3000.09%
LAD315.64016.87%
AN183.4704.96%
GPI272.8107.8%
ABG208.88011.11%
SAH64.0503.37%


The Sales & Marketing category delivers actionable insights and strategic guidance for dealership professionals focused on boosting revenue and customer engagement. From lead generation and CRM strategies to advertising trends, digital retailing, branding, and showroom performance, explore the tools and tactics that drive sales growth and marketing success in today’s competitive automotive landscape.

Sales & Marketing

To understand our current 2024 tax season, we first must go back and remember what laid the foundation for the house we're living in today.

Tax season: the strategic play in a dynamic market

- March 7, 2024
We are two years removed from the height of the pandemic and the automotive market has never been more volatile than it is now. Certainly, there are dealers still making...
Ford, Honda, and Hyundai recorded strong sales gains in February driven by inventory improvements and rising hybrid demand.

Ford, Honda, Hyundai sales rise in February, emphasizing strength of hybrids

- March 4, 2024
Automakers posted strong U.S. sales this February on the backs of stable demand, stronger inventory, and increasing interest in hybrid and electric vehicles. Ford sold 174,192 units during the month, representing...
Explore how advocacy and transparency are shaping the future of car buying, and why the industry must evolve to meet consumer demands

Decoding the future of car buying with transparency – Katie the Car Lady

- March 1, 2024
For over two decades, Katie the Car Lady has championed consumer rights, earning her reputation as a beacon of transparency and expertise in the independent dealership sector. Bringing a treasure...
In the latest episode of Inside Automotive, Greg Gifford joins us to dive deep into dealership SEO and how to strengthen it.

Maximizing dealership visibility: Greg Gifford shares key SEO strategies

- February 29, 2024
Establishing a robust online presence is vital for businesses, and dealerships are no exception. In the latest episode of Inside Automotive, Greg Gifford, the Chief Operating Officer of SearchLab, joins...
On today's edition of Inside Automotive, we're diving into a Digital Shopper Study from Shift Digital with president Matt VanDyke.

High prices, interest rates no match for digitally savvy dealerships – Matt VanDyke | Shift Digital

- February 28, 2024
The auto industry has seen high interest rates and vehicle prices, but that's not stopping deals from being made at the dealership. On today's edition of Inside Automotive, we're diving...
S&P Global Mobility's Annual Automotive Loyalty Awards highlights the automakers, models and dealers that continue to win customers' hearts.

Automotive brand loyalty winners fend off retention woes in 2023

- February 26, 2024
Brand loyalty remains a critical factor in automotive marketing but has been declining for several years, making events such as S&P Global Mobility's Annual Automotive Loyalty Awards important resources for...
New vehicle sales are set to increase from last February under rising incentive spend and inventory levels and lower transaction prices.

Vehicle sales on track to rise in February as supply jumps 44.7%

- February 23, 2024
New vehicle sales are predicted to rise in February, thanks to a combination of lower prices and better availability. A joint forecast from J.D. Power and GlobalData sees new vehicle sales...
A new KPA survey has uncovered a discrepancy in how buyers feel about dealer transparency and how transparent the sales process really is.

New research highlights impact of dishonesty in the auto sales process

- February 23, 2024
New research has identified a discrepancy in the rate at which customers experience dishonest practices during the car sales process and the percentage of customers who fear their dealer will...
April Simmons joins Inside Automotive to discuss the latest dealership marketing trends impacting the retail automotive sector.

Understanding the latest dealership marketing trends — April Simmons | Horne Auto Group

- February 22, 2024
Dealership marketing trends have evolved rapidly in recent years as consumer preferences and industry conditions have changed. With so much to keep track of, many dealers feel at a loss...
Wholesale used vehicle prices declined from January as did supply, possibly signaling an unexpected surge in pre-owned demand.

Wholesale used vehicle prices dip in early February but demand rises

- February 20, 2024
Wholesale used vehicle values declined in the first two weeks of February, following similar drops in listing prices and inventory levels seen across the pre-owned market throughout January. According to Cox...


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