April 2019 Archives - Page 2 of 2 - AutoSuccessOnline
The Theory of 5: Struggle and Strength

Searching for comfort is one of our strongest desires as humans. We tend to gravitate toward what gives us pleasure and recoil from what could cause pain. Most people crave contentment. Most want gratification.

The Time to Line Recon Money Maker Explained

Consider two typical dealership reconditioning operations processing 100 cars a month. One transforms cars using the time-to-line (T2L) recon profit model while the other relies on whiteboards to track each vehicle’s progress. Financially, the difference in incremental gross between the two is $300 per car.

How to Better Operate the Detail Department

In most dealerships today, the responsibility for the management of the detail department is problematic because the detail department is, in most dealerships, the one that nobody wants to claim.

Is An Arrest A Conviction?

The average person may not understand the difference between being arrested and being convicted of a crime. As an employer conducting employment background checks, understanding the difference is imperative. An arrest is not a conviction.

4 Ways to Profit From Online Reviews

Most dealerships today understand the importance of a good online reputation. Consumers see online reviews all over the web, and they do influence customers in their selection of a dealership for both sales and service.

Making the CRM the Hub of All Customer Communications

Even in today’s digital age, a phone call can be the difference between winning or losing a lead. Dealerships are losing the majority of their hottest leads within the first 15 seconds of each call.

RFID vs. Bluetooth: The Battle of the Vehicle Trackers

In 2017, over 17 million vehicles were sold in the U.S. Last year, sales increased by less than 1 percent. By any definition, that’s still a lot of inventory. Which begs the question, how do dealerships keep track of these assets?

‘Distracted Driving’ Report Unveils Disturbing Data

April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month, and the news isn’t good. “There’s no way around it: the data is startling,” said Laura Adams, safety and education analyst at DriversEd.com, an online driving school.

Assistant Service Manager Drives Hot Business in the Sunshine State

Amber Smith believes one way to provide Lakeland Toyota customers with excellent service is by offering convenient payment options on vehicle repairs and service. See how Smith utilizes Synchrony Car Care’s Promotional Financing and more to grow incremental business at the Lakeland, FL, dealership.