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Dealership CRM insights and sales growth ideas

Sep 28, 2020

AutoRaptor Success Story: Chadd Linnehan of Right Way Auto Group

A long-time AutoRaptor customer shares some of the ways our automotive CRM has helped his business stay a step ahead of the competition. At a time when many auto dealers are struggling with the impact of COVID-19, Linnehan’s Right Way Auto Group is still at the top of their game (or as close as you can be […]

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Sep 16, 2020

7 Car Sales Tips for Closing More Deals During the Pandemic

COVID-19 has changed the way we do a lot of things. Here are some car sales tips to help you navigate the waters of selling cars in the midst of a pandemic. Selling cars is always a challenge, but with a global pandemic on the loose, the job comes with a few additional obstacles. So […]

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Sep 2, 2020

10 Auto Dealer Text Messaging Tips to Close More Deals

Now more than ever, it’s time to get creative with customer communications. See how auto dealer text messaging can lead to more sales with fewer in-person interactions. In today’s world, there are many ways to communicate with customers and sell cars. An increasingly popular method is auto dealer text messaging. While not new, text messaging […]

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Aug 19, 2020

How Automotive CRM Systems Enable Contactless Car Sales

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, more dealerships are looking to automotive CRM systems to help sell more cars without ever meeting in person. For businesses that have been allowed to reopen, contactless customer service has become the new trend, and it’s truly coming into its own. But for the car industry, contactless is more challenging than it […]

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Aug 7, 2019

5 Sales Manager Dashboard Gaps in Most Used Car Dealer Software

Is your independent dealership missing out on sales opportunities because it’s using the wrong used car dealer software? If you’re using CRM software geared towards big box dealers with tons of features you don’t need, chances are you’re missing far too many possibilities to profit. Unless you have specifically-designed used car dealer software. There are […]

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Jul 31, 2019

5 CRM Trends Revving Up Dealership Sales in 2026

CRM trends come and go in the automotive industry, but these five are sure to improve your bottom line – and that’s a trend we can all appreciate. If you’ve been in the automotive industry for long, you’ve encountered many CRM trends. Your CRM isn’t what it used to be, though. What was once a […]

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Jul 17, 2019

20 Best Automotive Lead Generation Tips, Tricks & Ideas

Need a better strategy for getting leads in the door? Take your automotive lead generation to the next level with these 20 tips and tricks! Many aspects of the car business have changed, but one principle remains the same: quality leads are king. You know car buyers do their research online. You know that traditional […]

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Jul 10, 2019

How AutoRaptor's Lead Management System Stacks Up

Skip CRM tools geared towards new car dealerships. AutoRaptor’s auto lead management tools were created with independent car dealers in mind. Without customers, your dealership won’t exist. No secret there, of course, and you work hard to make sure your salespeople follow up on leads, work to bring in new customers, and make deals happen. […]

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Jun 26, 2019

How Auto Dealer Software Increases Profits and Decreases Expenses

AutoRaptor’s auto dealer software is known for helping you manage leads and communications, but did you know it can also have a significant impact on dealership finances, too? It’s not always easy to make dealership budgeting a top priority when you’re trying to meet monthly sales quotas. Independent and Buy Here Pay Here dealerships have […]

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Jun 12, 2019

How Much of Your Dealership Can an Automotive CRM Automate?

With AutoRaptor’s automotive CRM, independent car dealers can automate so much more than ever before. Automation is an invaluable tool when it comes to car sales. Thanks to automotive CRM suites, salespeople can give showroom clients their undivided attention while simultaneously nurturing leads and working in-progress deals. Salespeople can simplify daily processes, eliminate redundant tasks, […]

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