AutoRaptor Blog
Mar 7, 2019
Discover how dealership automation helps independent dealers respond faster, follow up consistently, and sell more cars using CRM automation built for modern automotive sales.
Read postSep 26, 2018
Ignoring existing clients is one of the worst things a car dealer can do. Not only does it put dealers at risk for negative customer service reviews, but it can also drastically affect their chance of being profitable because existing clients are up to 70% more likely to make a purchase. When lead generation is […]
Read postSep 26, 2018
Car dealers aren’t legally required to provide a car return policy, but that doesn’t mean it’s not a good idea to create one. A well-written car return policy can help prevent client confusion, and it can help dealers avoid difficulty any time a customer tries to return a vehicle. When someone tries to return a […]
Read postSep 19, 2018
The only way to secure a lasting career in the car business is to master the art of overcoming rejection in sales. The word “no” is part of every car dealer’s daily vocabulary, but not everyone has the same approach to overcoming rejection in sales. Anyone who’s spent more than two minutes working for a […]
Read postSep 5, 2018
You invest too much money into your vehicle inventory to make dealership security an afterthought. According to the FBI’s Uniform Crime Reporting Program, almost 800,000 vehicles were stolen in 2016 showing that car theft has increased by just over 7% since 2015. While these totals are 30% lower than 2007 insights, auto dealers are still […]
Read postAug 31, 2018
Car dealer ratings are a crucial component to the success of any dealership, but what happens if there are more negative reviews than good? If your team is feeling defeated, then it’s time to take a look at how to get better car dealer ratings and how to repair bad reviews online. Interested in an […]
Read postAug 29, 2018
Don’t let an expired auto dealer license get in the way of dealership success. Existing dealership owners already know the process to get an initial auto dealer license can be daunting, but without one, you can’t sell cars. Period. Each state has their own set of licensing obligations to guarantee legal and ethical practices toward […]
Read postAug 22, 2018
If you’re looking to increase dealership efficiency and profitability, then it’s time to take a closer look at the benefits of e-contracting. E-contracting has gained in popularity with dealerships and car buyers alike, especially over the last several years. Besides the positive impacts of environmental awareness, dealerships are noticing a plethora of other benefits that […]
Read postAug 15, 2018
Don’t let missing vehicle disclosure forms stand in the way of a perfect dealership audit. Vehicle disclosure forms are used so frequently that dealers sometimes forget how important they are to the car sales process, and like any compliance matters, they’re worth analyzing before you’re the victim of an unexpected audit. Anytime you sell a […]
Read postAug 8, 2018
The easiest way to eliminate dealership stress is to arm yourself with BDC best practices that won’t break the bank. The business development office has evolved over the years, especially with the improvements made to digital car sales, particularly customer relationship management (CRM) software. Yet even with these advancements, dealers aren’t always sure which BDC […]
Read postAug 1, 2018
Don’t let dealer surety bond trouble bring business to a screeching halt. Most car dealership insurance policies are put in place to protect the seller, but a dealer surety bond works differently. While it’s possible to obtain surety bonds through insurance agents, they’re not recognized as insurance policies, and they’re not used for a car […]
Read postJul 27, 2018
If you feel like you’ve been struggling to attract new clients and close enough deals, then it might be the perfect time to rethink your lead management process. A few simple changes to your approach can boost traffic and get more serious car buyers into your showroom. Interested in an Affordable, Full-Featured Auto Dealer CRM? […]
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