Making a switch to new technology is a big decision that can have big profit implications for a dealership. To reduce the pain sometimes involved, dealerships should research and choose the right vendor that…
3 Ways to Modernize Your F&I Process in the Age of the Customer
In the current Age of the Customer, car shoppers are doing a significant amount of research online before ever contacting a dealership. Once they arrive to the store, car shoppers want their time in…
Drive to Success: Improving Social Media Presence
Today’s customers turn to social media to inform their car-buying process. They read reviews, browse vehicle selection, compare prices, and find out what others have to say about a particular dealership. A strong social…
Drive to Success: Making a Technology Switch
Becoming a more efficient dealership may mean implementing better technology. Modern technology can improve dealership functions dramatically. However, preparation and training can make the technology switch flow smoother. 1- Help Your Dealership Prepare…
Drive to Success: Efficient Technology
Technology can be extremely helpful in guiding your dealership to success. However, you should make sure the technology you implement at your dealership aligns with your dealership strategy. Technology will make your dealership more…
Drive to Success: Technology Partnerships
Technology plays a vital role in the success of dealerships. Make sure the technology companies you partner with acknowledge your dealerships goals and business model. Without knowing exactly what you want to get out…
Rethinking Your Dealership’s Phone System
This article has been approved by Erik Nachbahr, President and Founder of Helion Automotive Technologies. The author’s views are entirely his or her own and may not always reflect the views of Dealertrack. …
2018 Readiness – Now is the Time to Modernize
The New Year is the perfect time to implement updated technology at your dealership. Just as you were finally getting around to last year’s good intentions, it’s time to resolve to bring your business into the modern age in 2018, if for no other reason than it can improve your bottom line.
3 Ways Technology Helps with the Holiday Sales Rush
‘Tis the season of end-of-year car sales, and with all the hustle and bustle of clearing out inventory, it’s important to take advantage of technology to get you through this rewarding, yet stressful time of year. Here are 3 ways technology can help with the holiday sales rush.
Drive to Success: Technology to Drive Profits
Technology can improve customer service, marketing strategies, dealership operations, and drive up profits. In an increasingly digital world your dealership should get the most out of its technology and put it to proper use. After all, innovative technologies make auto dealers’ jobs easier.
Drive to Success: Women in Auto
In today’s world dealerships tend to be male dominated. However, there are considerable returns dealerships can receive by investing in a woman’s experience working in the auto industry. Women make up nearly 80% of car-buying decisions, and most women prefer to speak with a car saleswoman.
Using Technology to Increase Your Bottom Line
Technology is everywhere. You customers and employees have come to expect it, and your smartest competitors are using it to make money. By spending a little time and money upfront, technology can streamline operations, improve efficiency, and better your bottom line down the road.
