Today’s consumer looks much different than they did two decades or even ten years ago. According to Deloitte, millennials are the most diverse generational cohort in the history of the United States. Roughly 44% of this group consists of racial or ethnic minorities. This evolution of demographics has made the need for multicultural marketing strategies […]
We live in unusual times. Today, still in the midst of an uncertain pandemic, people tend to have either an abundance of free time, or no time at all while managing homeschooling, work, and relationships. It shouldn’t come as a surprise that consumer women are adapting their behaviors to adapt to this new normal, and that means they’re […]
With COVID numbers continuing to stay high across the nation, many consumers are still shopping from home, and although e-commerce has been around for many years, the pandemic has accelerated the shift to digital marketing and digital shopping. You may already be posting customer-centric content to your website‘s blog. That‘s a useful starting point, but in […]
The SEMrush State of Content Marketing Report showed that “approximately 91% of companies use content marketing.” If you are new to the content marketing field, this article shares some basic tips to help you get started as you develop your career as a content marketer. Grouping Target Audience Whether you are creating social media […]
This Thanksgiving, I reflected on all the things for which I’m thankful, as well as the people: family, friends, and the wonderful automotive professionals I’ve met over the years. This industry is filled with some of the most genuine, caring folks around. While this time of year is known as the season for giving, so many […]
Every five years, a new social media platform seems to hit the scene. With it always comes this question: “Should we get on (insert new social media platform)?” It is a smart question to ask. While it is always a good idea to be open to new ways to market your dealership, you need to […]
Eight in 10 holiday shoppers are influenced by the internet before making a purchase (with search engines being the most influential). Additionally, according to Deloitte, browsing for product listings is the second most popular use of social media during the holidays. Ultimately, the end-of-the-year holiday season is a crucial time for increasing sales at your dealership—with […]
Is your dealership marketing team finding their balance when it comes to crafting the right advertising messaging during this COVID-19 pandemic? This action can be a challenging tightrope to walk. You and your team still have a product to sell, but you want to do it in a way that is sensitive and effective. Today, […]
A new study performed by DriveSure and FixedOPS Marketing reveals trends in how customers select a service department, what motivates their choice, and ways to effectively retain their loyalty. The 2020 Dealership Service Retention Report found that the top factors that attract customers to service their vehicle at the dealership are the same that can […]
There seems to be a winning combination of marketing techniques that can propel dealers to a significant sales bump. Outsell, a virtual engagement sales company, partnered with RXA, an AI, and data science company, to conduct a study on digital sales and retailing in the automotive industry. They released their surprising findings at the annual Automotive Analytics and Attribution […]