sales

  1. TomLaPointe

    Are used car sales REALLY getting harder

    Industry experts are continuing to push out data that point to a sales slowdown and much bigger challenges selling used cars. This Automotive News article talking about record numbers of car buyers are 'upside down' in their cars because of higher transaction prices, longer loan terms and...
  2. cbautomotive

    Automotive Sales Consultant - Dillsburg, PA

    Automotive Sales / Auto Sales Representative Ford auto sales are increasing – and now is the perfect time to consider a career in auto sales with Bob Ruth Ford. No previous Auto Sales experience required! Apply to be a member of our automotive sales representative team today! Click here to...
  3. ilana.zur

    What would you like to see at a user conference?

    Hi DR Community, I realize how many user conferences there are in the automotive space, so I'm wondering: Do you find them repetitive or helpful? What would you like to see at conferences that you haven't yet seen? What conference is your ultimate favorite? What topics are most interesting...
  4. leadlocate

    Texting, Social Media, and Local Classifieds

    Why do most dealers seem to ignore such a big market segment? People love to text (FCC compliant way), yet most dealerships don’t have SMS marketing strategy. People post qualifying buying triggers on social media every day, yet most dealers just advertise not engage. Local Classified sites are...
  5. ilana.zur

    Regional Sales, Account Management, SDRs, oh my!

    AutoLeadStar is hiring for a number of different positions, and I'm turning to the best community there is in automotive to find the perfect fit. Looking for a new challenge? Looking for a great company culture, competitive salary, and benefits? Check out our job descriptions here and send us...
  6. cbautomotive

    BDC Manager / Internet Sales Manager - Morristown, NJ

    TOYOTA/SUBARU of Morristown, a family owned and operated Morris County Dealership is searching for an experienced BDC Manager. The Internet Manager will be dealing exclusively with leads generated by our internet sales initiatives including leads generated by our dealership’s website. Job...
  7. simpledealersuite

    Field Sales Agent

    We are looking to increase our presence in the Atlanta area. If you or someone you know might be a good fit, please have them email their resume to [email protected]
  8. ilana.zur

    AutoLeadStar is hiring!

    Sales people are responsible for prospecting and generating new business, and forging relationships. Masters of everything from cold walk-ins, managing and operating high-level meetings, to closing deals and retaining relationships, they will also contribute to our core sales strategy and...
  9. J

    Are major holidays still a strong sales time for your dealership?

    For dealers, holidays have traditionally served as important sales generators. Whether it’s Memorial Day, the Fourth of July, or Columbus Day, the three-day weekend is generally seen as a lucrative opportunity. However, with recent dips in sales where we typically expect peaks, I can't help but...
  10. Nathan Thompson

    Starting A Service BDC-Come along for the ride!

    Hello to all, My name is Nathan and I thought I'd stop by to introduce myself. I've been in this wonderful business for right at ten years now. I've enjoyed selling for brands such as Chevy,GMC, Buick, BMW, Volvo, Toyota, Nissan, and Honda. I also got my fiancé into the business and she has...
  11. Nathan Thompson

    Hello! New Member Here - Starting a service BDC from the ground up.

    Hello to all, My name is Nathan and I thought I'd stop by to introduce myself. I've been in this wonderful business for right at ten years now. I've enjoyed selling for brands such as Chevy,GMC, Buick, BMW, Volvo, Toyota, Nissan, and Honda. I also got my fiancé into the business and she...
  12. Jeff Kershner

    What is a Check In Hand WORTH?

    If a 3rd party (eg lead provider, website, etc) could deliver a customer to the front door of your dealership, with a check in hand, on an in-stock vehicle...DONE-DEAL, what would that be worth to YOU / Dealer? This is not a leading questions. Rather a conversation that came about between...
  13. krosychuk

    Today's Auto Industry from a Sales Perspective?

    Good news: Demand for new vehicles is extremely strong. J.D. Power expects 2015 sales to ring in at 14.2M units, which reflects another year of growth and an increase of 600,000 units over last year. Not so good news: Next year, the growth will only be one third of what the industry achieved...