Your customers are changing the way they research and shop for cars. The market is changing how you buy, condition, and market inventory. The automotive sales industry has changed and it’ll never really be the same. But every challenge is an opportunity and you can change the way you do business to not just compete, but to win.
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Guide to Facebook Advertising for Dealerships
Thinking about investing in traditional marketing channels? Think again. Traditional channels like TV and radio are continuing to price themselves out of dealers’ reach. The same goes for third-party listing sites that charge a fortune without delivering real leads. Fortunately, it’s never been easier for dealers to run their own digital advertising. Digital advertising isn’t just
How to Beat the Competition in a Seller’s Market
It’s a seller’s market right now. That’s pretty incredible when you consider all we’ve been through in 2020. But dealers shouldn’t celebrate just yet. After all, more demand means more competition — and widespread inventory shortages are making it tough to fight back. So how can dealerships outmaneuver competitors and take advantage of this seller’s market? By
How Automotive Marketing Has Changed in 2020 and Beyond
The shift towards digital retail has been happening for years and 2020 has only accelerated that trend. 2 out of 3 car buyers are now more likely to skip dealerships and buy directly online. And according to Google, searches for “dealerships near me” dropped over 20% earlier this year. But none of this is cause for alarm —
Top 6 Dealership Software Tools to Sell More Cars
Dealers’ toolkits used to be a lot simpler. Salespeople relied on a couple of major pricing books, industry experience, and maybe a few common sales strategies. How times have changed. Modern technology has turned dealerships of every size into complex operations. On top of that, online competition is forcing dealers to use new digital tools
16 Tactics (and 1 Tool) to Sell More Cars Without Sacrificing Profits
If 2020 has proved anything about the auto industry, it’s this: The only certainty in car sales is uncertainty. Earlier this year, we experienced one of the biggest interruptions in retail history. Now, sales are as strong as ever. Who could have predicted that? But it’s always possible we’ll experience another disruption. Thinning margins and
Country Hill Motors Increases Front-End Gross AND Turn with Vehicle Buying Center
Vehicle sourcing is the cornerstone of any successful dealership strategy. Buying the right inventory — at the right price — is critical to thriving in today’s auto market. Country Hill Motors spent years using an auction sourcing strategy that kept profits steady. However, as the market became more competitive, they knew something had to change.
3 Steps to Grow Front-End Gross… Without Sacrificing Sales
It’s a seller’s market right now, and dealers who’ve spent years struggling against margin compression are breathing a sigh of relief. However, we’re moving back towards a buyer’s market each day. When the market finally flips — as it always does — dealers will again be fighting for front-end gross. Why? Because companies like big-name
6 Tips to Win Your Next Dealer Auction
Updated September 27, 2020 “You don’t make money when you sell a vehicle. You make money when you buy it.” Sound counter-intuitive? Maybe. But successful dealers know it’s 100% true. That’s because buying the right vehicles for your market, at the right price, helps you sell cars faster while earning a higher gross-per-copy. Last year,
VinCue vs. Laser Appraiser: Comparing Dealer Tools
Updated September 8, 2020 It’s harder than ever for dealerships to make money. As local and national competition heats up, dealership margins are becoming slimmer. Customers are better informed and expect the best deal every time. It’s not all doom and gloom, though. It’s still possible to thrive in today’s ultra-competitive market — you just
Turn Rate Improves by 50% at South Tacoma Auto with VinCue
Washington-based South Tacoma Auto was an early adopter of market-based pricing. As vAuto customers, they were happy with the results… for a while. As new market-based pricing tools entered the market, South Tacoma realized something: big-name tools like vAuto came with a big price tag. That’s when the dealership switched to VinCue. Now, after two
11 Reasons Why Top Dealerships Choose VinCue
The car market has changed forever. Buyers are smarter, competitors are better-funded, and online sites are turning dealerships into commodities. But it doesn’t have to be that way. The best dealers are adapting to this new world — and succeeding. Here are 11 reasons why top dealerships are switching to VinCue: 1. Better Data
Car Dealers: How to Rank Higher on Third-Party Marketplaces (Without Premium Listings)
Today’s dealers still rely heavily on third-party marketplaces to move inventory. Although there are now better ways to advertise your vehicles, third-parties are still a critical marketing channel to master. Of course, these companies are in the business of making money, and they want you to pay for premium listings on their site. But here’s
The Dealer’s Guide to CarMax Auctions
Updated August 3, 2020 Today’s dealers need a confident auction sourcing strategy to succeed. Why? Because achieving a higher gross and turn for your dealership starts with buying the right cars at the right price. Dealers should walk into each auction knowing what to expect — and how to leave with the best deals. That
5 Ways to Improve Your Dealership’s Inventory Turn Rate
Moving inventory quickly is critical to your dealership’s success, but it’s tougher than ever for dealers to meet the ideal 30-day turn rate. For years, dealers industry-wide have tried to improve inventory turn rates by lowering prices. But this is just a temporary solution — and even worse — one that can end up putting
Carfax vs. AutoCheck: Which Vehicle History Tool is Right for Your Dealership
Updated July 30, 2020 For good or bad, most car buyers today refuse to take a car dealer at their word, especially when it comes to buying a used car. Vehicle history reports are virtually non-negotiable in today’s world of ultra-transparent deals. Which leaves dealers with a sticky question: Should they choose Carfax or Autocheck?
9 Reasons Why Dealer Groups are Switching to Vincue
Even the largest dealer groups aren’t immune to the challenges of today’s retail market. OEMs, online platforms, and third-party lead providers are all driving down prices — causing your stores to compete on cost instead of value. Despite this, dealerships have continued to sell cars the same way for years. To help their stores succeed,
The Dealer’s Guide to Adesa Auctions
Adesa auctions are the gold standard for many dealers. They focus heavily on the customer experience by providing unique products and features that dealers love. Adesa auctions are fun, easy to use, and always full of great inventory. With 75 physical auction locations around North America, nearly everyone in the US, Canda, and Mexico is
5 Step Guide to Online Advertising for Car Dealerships
Do you feel in control of your dealership’s advertising strategy? If you’re relying on third-party listing sites to market your inventory, it probably seems like they’re calling the shots instead of you. That’s because these sites aren’t just trying to help dealerships — they are trying to help themselves. Third-party marketplaces are in a battle
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Hundreds of Dealers Joined VinCue in 2020.
The car market has changed forever. Buyers are smarter, competitors are better-funded, and online sites are turning dealerships into commodities. But it doesn’t have to be that way. The best dealers are adapting to this new world — and succeeding.
We know data, and we know you. We know where the game is going and we want to get you there first. VinCue puts dealers in position to close better deals, stay a step ahead of your competition, and stop racing to the bottom on price and value.
No matter your size or challenges, VinCue has the data to help you take decisive actions and earn higher gross per vehicle, right now.