I think a simple background would make for a better outcome, but this shows the power.
reminds me of something i did at my old group...13 years ago
reminds me of something i did at my old group...13 years ago
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Love it. Think of the experience you could create for customers. Personalized AI video based on their usage. If you really wanted to get creepy, get a pic of the customer or their residence (with their consent of course) and have it build the experience with them in it!
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Dealer Photo to video
Sick.
See reflections on the paint. The wheels are rolling.
Our team is in AI 2-3hrs a day. The progress of improvement is jaw dropping.
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@joe.pistell kind of funny, I own the domain vdpboost.com if you want it
Chris that's nice of you, I have a bunch or random ones - gave away one last year also. As someone who's delt with some random dude owning your primary xxxxxx.com domain, it's one of the more frustrating things to deal with as a founder.
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Dude, you rock!
TY! I'll DM you.
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DR community kicks ass once again.
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Enjoy complete peace of mind with Toyota Gold Certification, including a 7-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty and 12-month/12,000-mile comprehensive coverage. Each certified vehicle passes a rigorous 160-point inspection and comes with complimentary roadside assistance. Plus, you'll have access to standard new-car financing rates and warranty service at over 1,400 Toyota dealers nationwide.
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Your family's safety comes first with Toyota Safety Sense P, featuring forward collision mitigation, pedestrian detection, and Lane Departure Alert. Navigate confidently with the backup camera, while hill descent control and hill start assist provide extra security on challenging terrain.
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The SR5 Premium package elevates your driving experience with SofTex leatherette upholstery and heated front seats. The power-adjustable driver's seat with lumbar support ensures optimal comfort, while the power moonroof adds an open, airy feeling to the cabin. Three rows of seating provide space for the whole family.
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Our professional service team has thoroughly prepared this 4Runner with a comprehensive multi-point inspection, fresh oil change, and full interior and exterior detail. We've also installed new wiper blades and replaced both the cabin and engine air filters for optimal performance.
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As part of our extensive Toyota SUV collection, this 4Runner is one of 24 choices available for your consideration. Our non-commissioned product specialists are here to help you explore all your choices without any sales pressure, focusing solely on finding the perfect vehicle for your needs.
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We, as an industry, under value how hard it is to shop for cars...
Example: 2026 Cadillac Escalade.
• The 2025 base trim was named “Luxury”, now has been renamed simply as “Escalade,”
• The 2026 “Premium Luxury” trim has been renamed “Luxury" <---oh shit! that was a Base in 2025!
• The “Sport” trim is remains unchanged” for 2026,
• The “Premium Luxury Platinum” becomes “Platinum Luxury”
• The “Premium Sport Platinum” becomes “Platinum Sport,”.
• Finally, the high-performance “Escalade-V” remains unchanged”
Thats one model in one OEM for one year.
We, as an industry, under value how hard it is to shop for cars and how hard it is for a sales rep to be a product expert (that the customer needs)
Example: 2026 Cadillac Escalade.• The 2025 base trim was named “Luxury”, now has been renamed simply as “Escalade,”
• The 2026 “Premium Luxury” trim has been renamed “Luxury" <---oh shit! that was a Base in 2025!
• The “Sport” trim is remains unchanged” for 2026,
• The “Premium Luxury Platinum” becomes “Platinum Luxury”
• The “Premium Sport Platinum” becomes “Platinum Sport,”.
• Finally, the high-performance “Escalade-V” remains unchanged”
Thats one model in one OEM for one year.
We, as an industry, under value how hard it is to shop for cars and how hard it is for a sales rep to be a product expert (that the customer needs)
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Joe Pistell, a well-known inventory-focused figure in the dealer community, announces his startup AutoMagic Labs after 3.5 years of development, focused on supercharging used car merchandising with several claimed industry firsts. The thread weaves between the launch announcement and tangential discussions about AI workflows, custom prompting strategies, and innovative CTA experiments like timestamped 'Check Availability' buttons designed to create urgency. The key takeaway is that Pistell is actively recruiting beta dealers to test his new merchandising platform, with Alex Snyder noting the announcement deserves its own dedicated thread given its significance.
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