The Road to ROI with F&I

How Social Media Motivates Your Sales Team to Brand Your Dealership

Posted by Vanguard Dealer Services on Jul 24, 2023 8:26:00 AM

Maintaining an active social media presence can help a dealership showcase its selling points, highlight its brand identity, and build a loyal online community. As your sales team witnesses positive interactions with satisfied customers and understands the direct correlation between customer satisfaction and business success, they become inspired to excel in their respective roles.

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Topics: Dealership Sales, Dealership Social Media, dealership branding

4 Benefits of Having a Consistent Dealer Equity Program

Posted by Vanguard Dealer Services on Jul 17, 2023 9:09:00 AM

Dealer equity programs are structured initiatives implemented by a company that allow dealers (distributors) to acquire ownership shares in the company. Equity is offered as a reward or incentive for their consistent performance, loyalty, and contribution toward the business's growth and success. Such programs align the interests of dealers with those of the company, which fosters a sense of partnership and encourages long-term dedication.

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Topics: Dealership Profits, Dealership Employees, Dealership Sales, Dealer Equity programs

Harnessing Technology for Seamless Customer Satisfaction

Posted by Vanguard Dealer Services on Jul 11, 2023 8:32:00 AM

The service department of your dealership is of great importance when it comes to customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. As technology rapidly advances, service departments can make use of a range of innovations to enhance their operations and provide an exceptional customer experience. Some of these innovations include service appointment scheduling apps, digital vehicle diagnostics, automated service reminders, customer feedback platforms, and online review management systems.

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Topics: Customer Service, Dealership Customers, Car Technology, Dealership Strategy

Financial Strategies for Revving Up Profits in the Automotive Industry

Posted by Vanguard Dealer Services on Jul 3, 2023 9:24:00 AM

Establishing effective financial strategies to maximize returns in the automotive industry can be challenging, especially for small to medium-sized car dealerships. With fluctuating market conditions and evolving customer demands, it becomes vital for dealership owners and managers to adopt proven practices that enhance profitability and sustained long-term growth. Automotive businesses can strengthen their financial health by managing expenses, offering customers a choice in car financing, capitalizing on after-sales services, and much more. Let's look at how these strategies can turbocharge your sales.

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Topics: Finance & Insurance, Dealership Profits, F&I Profits, Dealership Strategy

Do You Have What It Takes to Be a Great Car Salesperson?

Posted by Vanguard Dealer Services on Jun 27, 2023 10:32:00 AM

Being a car salesperson is a challenging job. While some folks are intuitively wired to sell new or used vehicles to virtually anyone, others have to work on it. If you're in the latter group, read on; being a great car salesperson can be taught!

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Topics: Sales Motivation, Dealership Sales, Sales Department

Technology’s Role in the Service Department

Posted by Vanguard Dealer Services on Jun 19, 2023 8:46:00 AM

The service department of your dealership is of great importance when it comes to customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. As technology rapidly advances, service departments can make use of a range of innovations to enhance their operations and provide an exceptional customer experience. Some of these innovations include service appointment scheduling apps, digital vehicle diagnostics, automated service reminders, customer feedback platforms, and online review management systems.

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Topics: Service Drive, Car Technology, Service Department

How You Can Continue to Improve Your F&I Process to Retain Customers

Posted by Vanguard Dealer Services on Jun 12, 2023 8:40:00 AM

As a car dealer, you probably know that the F&I (Finance and Insurance) process is a crucial part of any car dealership. The process involves customers finalizing their purchase and adhering to financing terms and insurance agreement options. But anything can go wrong in any business deal, so you must always be cautious. This is where improving your F&I process continuously is important. Follow the article keenly to know how you can do so.

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Topics: F&I Business Manager, F&I Process, Dealership Operations

Why Your Dealership Needs Good Customer Service Practices

Posted by Vanguard Dealer Services on Jun 5, 2023 8:37:00 AM

Unlike groceries, cars are not a weekly necessity. Therefore, dealerships need to enhance their customer service practices. It is the only way to have loyal customers that keep coming back to you for repairs, servicing, and future car purchases. In most cases, these customers will also recommend your dealerships to close friends and family.

Here is an in-depth look at why your dealership needs good customer practices and how to improve your current practices:

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Topics: Customer Service, Lifelong Customers, Customer Retention

Driving Success: Practices for Managing Inventory and Optimizing Sales

Posted by Vanguard Dealer Services on May 29, 2023 8:49:00 AM

Adaptability is key in today's technological business landscape. The goal of any organization, large or small, is sustained profitability, and adapting to industry-specific best practices is undoubtedly requisite. Optimizing your sales is a vital facet of profitability.

To help your business thrive in this ultra-competitive landscape, we've compiled four best practices and practical tips for managing inventory and optimizing sales. Let's dive right in!

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Topics: Dealership Sales, dealership best practices, Dealership Strategy

Turbocharge Your Sales: Effective Strategies for Increasing Revenue

Posted by Vanguard Dealer Services on May 22, 2023 10:32:00 AM

With the ever-evolving auto dealership landscape, maximizing revenue is paramount for owners, vice presidents, general managers, and sales representatives. To succeed in this fiercely competitive industry, you need to implement effective strategies that yield tangible results.

Read on for several proven strategies that have consistently propelled auto dealership sales and profitability. From innovative marketing approaches to leveraging advanced technologies and embracing cutting-edge methodologies, this resource equips you with the necessary insights to navigate the intricate landscape of automotive sales.

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Topics: Sales Motivation, Dealership Sales, dealership best practices

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