Tips of the Trade


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Top Digital Marketing Strategies for Dealerships

Digital marketing and advertising are essential for car dealerships. A significant amount of time and money is spent on these efforts. In fact, Google has proven that 90% of consumers begin their car buying research online. With so much competition among car dealers, advertising on Facebook and
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Tips on Video Marketing for Auto Dealerships

Video marketing has become a key essential in today's business. Media platforms such as Instagram, YouTube and Tik Tok have proven that video marketing is the way to go! Incorporating a video marketing strategy will boost your online presence and increase web and foot traffic.
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Why Auto Service Departments will Thrive in 2022

According to the latest research from Cox Automotive, a subsidiary of Atlanta-based Cox Enterprises Inc., more consumers are focusing on fixing their cars, rather than replacing them during a time when new-vehicle prices are higher than ever.
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How to Build Brand Awareness for Auto Dealerships and Repair Shops

Brand awareness drives consumers' loyalty and decisions when comparing companies by encouraging repeat customers and purchases.
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How to Keep Car Sales Flowing Even with Low Inventory

With more potential car buyers spending more time researching on the internet, it can seem almost impossible to increase car lot traffic.
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4 Ways to Get More Foot Traffic to Your Car Dealership

With more potential car buyers spending more time researching on the internet, it can seem almost impossible to increase car lot traffic.
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Tips for Dealerships to Drive More Online Traffic

Utilizing these car dealership marketing tips will help increase online traffic and potentially bring those customers knocking on your door.
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Auto Service Department Essentials

Sid Savage offers an unbeatable lineup of essential products to ensure service departments run smoothly and timely.
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Turning Service Visits into New Car Sales

From the first step a customer takes into a dealership to the annual routine service checkups, every interaction is an opportunity to display customer service and advance a sale.
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Featured Product Category: Key Tags

One of the most popular products we sell at Sid Savage are Key Tags. In this post, we'll explore the most popular key tags, helpful key tag accessories, and personalizable key tag options that are great to use for marketing purposes.
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New Product Spotlight

Check out what's new at Sid Savage! We've carefully selected products to enhance your auto dealership services - from car maintenance products and marketing aids to personal protective products that keep you and your customers safe. 
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Winter is Coming! How to Help Your Customers Prepare

The first official day of winter is December 21st, however for much of the country, the wintery road conditions start earlier than that. Learn how dealerships and service departments in snowy areas can make sure customers' vehicles and the ones on lots are as safe as possible.
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Prepping Your Auto Dealership for the Holidays

2020 has felt like a very long year for all of us. It might be hard to believe it but the holidays are right around the corner and while this holiday season will be a new experience for everyone, it's best to be prepared. Sid Savage has all you need to spruce up your auto dealership for the holidays to attract buyers and make it a fun and festive experience for them! 
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Focusing on Service When Auto Sales Are Slow

During a time like this when sales might be a little slower than normal, it's important to remind people that your service department is open and ready to help them. Focusing on service right now is a great way to keep in touch with customers, offer them important services, and of course, provide a source of income for your auto shop or car dealership.
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5 Ways to Keep your Auto Dealership Safe During the Pandemic

Whether you run a car dealership or a repair shop, at some point you and your staff are going to have to have some contact with your clients. During this pandemic, it's even more important to make sure that you're taking all available precautions to make sure that your staff and customers are safe, happy, and healthy.
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How to Use Social Media to Drive Auto Sales

By now we all know how popular social media is with almost every age demographic. Many auto dealerships know that social media can be leveraged to help get more sales and build relationships with customers, but the best ways to use social media to help achieve your goals is constantly changing. 
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