TSLA360.590-20.67001%
GM72.540-2.5%
F11.590-0.09%
RIVN15.4000.46%
CYD39.410-0.08%
HMC24.150-0.16%
TM207.010-2.66%
CVNA313.5481.45799%
PAG149.3400.18%
LAD251.8201%
AN197.680-0.29%
GPI329.450-1.34%
ABG194.7600.73%
SAH64.870-0.38%
TSLA360.590-20.67001%
GM72.540-2.5%
F11.590-0.09%
RIVN15.4000.46%
CYD39.410-0.08%
HMC24.150-0.16%
TM207.010-2.66%
CVNA313.5481.45799%
PAG149.3400.18%
LAD251.8201%
AN197.680-0.29%
GPI329.450-1.34%
ABG194.7600.73%
SAH64.870-0.38%
TSLA360.590-20.67001%
GM72.540-2.5%
F11.590-0.09%
RIVN15.4000.46%
CYD39.410-0.08%
HMC24.150-0.16%
TM207.010-2.66%
CVNA313.5481.45799%
PAG149.3400.18%
LAD251.8201%
AN197.680-0.29%
GPI329.450-1.34%
ABG194.7600.73%
SAH64.870-0.38%


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

Average down payment for new vehicles climbs over $6,000

- April 7, 2022
According to Edmunds, the average down payment for new vehicles climbed to over $6,000 for the first time. And it's becoming evident that this new economic landscape is causing potential...

Filling customer experience gaps in the lease-end journey

- April 7, 2022
In a recent BusinessWire release, Patrick Roosenberg, Director of Automotive Finance Intelligence at J.D. Power, said, "The days of the one-size-fits-all lease loyalty strategy are long gone. In this market, lenders, dealers,...
Automotive Standards Council

Are OEM direct-to-consumer sales platforms killing dealer innovation?

- April 5, 2022
The STAR Standard is a standard for data exchange between OEMs and the vendor community. Its committee is made up of OEMs, vendors, and soon it will also include key...

How consumer privacy controls are reshaping auto marketing strategies

- April 4, 2022
As privacy laws expand giving consumers more control, what type of impact is this having on you, the advertiser? And what can you do about it? Today on Inside Automotive,...

Measuring customer effort: How easy is it to shop at your dealership?

- March 31, 2022
Today on Inside Automotive, we're pleased to welcome back Joseph Michelli, CEO of The Michelli Experience, speaker, and New York Times best-selling author. In this segment, Michelli discusses his recent...
marketing

Advertising your dealership to attract new hires – Glenn Pasch | PCG Digital

- March 30, 2022
On this episode of Inside Automotive, Jim Fitzpatrick speaks to Glenn Pasch, CEO of PCG Digital and automotive marketing expert. They discuss topics like the NADA Show, strategies in dealer...

Busting five myths about external BDCs

- March 28, 2022
Everyone is struggling to hire right now. Simply having enough staff to pick up ringing phones is a challenge. Outbound calls are on the back burner. When calls are not...

How car dealers can build record-breaking sales teams for the long-haul

- March 25, 2022
Every month on CBT News, Jonathan Dawson shares his techniques to more effectively influence buying behavior on the show, Mind Your Own Business. He is also the Founder and President...

Dealer profits remain high, record low incentives are the story in March

- March 24, 2022
With just one week left in March 2022, the auto retail industry can expect significantly fewer sales but an inverse trend in profits if the forecast by J.D. Power and...
vehicle ads

Google introduces vehicle ads to help consumers find cars nearby

- March 15, 2022
There is no doubt that the vast majority of today’s car buyers utilize the Internet when looking for a new vehicle, which may include initial searches and/or follow-up research on...


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