Yeah... it's crazy and it's one of the reasons that they need attribution. Especially the connection from AdWords to Google Analytics and the tools that measure their effectiveness for CPA (Cost Per Acquisition, etc.).
The discussion explores whether automotive dealers should prioritize visibility (being found) versus brand preference (being chosen) in their marketing strategy. While one participant argues that being chosen is more important, the thread highlights the paradox that dealers nonetheless spend billions on paid search tactics designed primarily to be found, suggesting they may need better attribution and analytics tools to understand whether these visibility investments actually drive valuable customer acquisitions.