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Vinyl wrapping your vehicle is a unique and different look.  It will also protect your paint against fading, scratches and rock chips as well as many other harsh elements.  Vinyl wrap is 100% removable and when you do remove your original paint is in perfect condition.  It can add to the resell value of your car. Here are some other benefits of Vinyl Wrap. Warranties and /or lease agreements remain valid. Painting your car can void warranties.          The cost for a wrap is a lot less (almost half) than a similar paint job. Many of the wrap styles out there cannot be reproduced by paint. Vinyl comes in a variety of colors and finishes. Matte, semi-gloss, gloss, brushed steel or aluminum, carbon fiber, matte metallic, chrome, gold, and now chameleon colors. It's hard to tell if it's paint or not. You don't have to wrap the whole car, you can just do exterior trim pieces or inside trim pieces to change the whole look of...

Your product video is only a minute long. But it took no less than 100 hours of brainstorming, researching, writing, with a little screaming, tossed in for good measure. We’ve learned a lot from creating product and promo videos over the years and thought we’d share our process with you. You know you need a product video but are intimidated by the process and are unsure of where to start, so continue reading on to see every the step we took to create one excellent video: Lets set the ground rules early. A promotional video needs to be more than just an extended sales pitch. No one likes being pitched to. “Your life is nothing but a dark hole without my product!! You must buy it now. It will turn your life into the fantasy you always desired!!” Nope, I’ll pass, thanks anyhow. Why? Consumers have had a lot of promotions in all shapes and forms stuffed down their throats and are tired of it. Every day, we are bombarded with ads and videos, be it on the TV, at the movie theatr...

There are few feelings better than knowing that you got a great deal when buying a car. It feels even better knowing that there is a dealership that you can return to when you’re ready to buy another car. Let’s look at some signs that you have found the right dealer to purchase a vehicle from. They Sell Your Preferred Vehicle While a dealer may be able to order a car or truck from another lot, the purchase process is easier to complete when it’s already at your preferred dealer. Therefore, look for a dealer that specializes in the make and model of car or truck that you’d like to purchase. This is a good idea whether you want to buy a new or used vehicle. The Financing Process Is Clear and Transparent Ideally, a dealer will be able to get you financed regardless of your credit score and history. While it may be best to get financed before heading to a dealership, it doesn’t hurt to see all of your options. Your salesperson should take time to explain the terms of the loan includin...

Summer is here – and for luxury retailers, that means a significant increase in tire sales. Based on an analysis of over 9 million repair orders, we’ve discovered a large increase in tire demand for high-end models beginning this month. Peaking at nearly 25% of all ROs in July, this spike in tire sales goes through August before returning to normal levels in September.   Timing is Everything: Create Campaigns Now Although all dealers see escalated tire sales in the last two months of the year, only luxury stores experience a dramatic surge during the summer – and it’s the ideal opportunity to drive profit even further with strategic new tire campaigns.   Start the season by showing customers why summer tires make a difference on their luxury vehicle, or remind them of all the safety advantages before they get on the road. Help them start their vacations with more peace of mind by offering complimentary oil changes, multi-point inspections, or car washes to maximize likeli...

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Making sure the right tires are on your truck can benefit you in a number of ways. The first is safety- the wrong tires can lead to blowouts, spinouts, and accidents. Not to mention the problems your truck will have off-road with the wrong tires. While many overlook the importance of good tires, they do this at their own peril. Tires are where the rubber meets the road- literally- and thus are an incredibly important part of safely driving your vehicle. Selecting the right tires can be confusing, even for experienced gearheads. In this guide, we will show you how to make sure your truck is properly outfitted with the right tires.   Determine Your Tire Needs Different tires are necessary depending on a few factors. The amount you drive, where you drive, and the speed at which you drive all come in to play. If your truck hardly spends any time off-road you will need a different type of tire compared to a dedicated mudder.   For most city driving you will want a tread with ...

                                Flick Fusion COO Tim James shares his advice on how auto dealers can start adding video to their marketing strategy in part 2 of this 2 part video blog by Timmy D. James via Everyone's ADM Blog Posts - Automotive Digital Marketing

There is plenty of buzz nowadays in the automotive industry about the customer experience. Everything from improving the in-showroom experience, to the finance experience, online experience and the service experience; mostly by using technology and the proper training of employees in how to properly interact with customers and treat them … well, better.   Justified of not, customers simply don’t like visiting car dealerships. This has been an uphill battle for dealers who have been fighting to overcome this for decades. Many customers are still jaded about the trustworthiness of car dealers in transactional situations.   I recently read an interesting article that applies to this problem of the customer experience at auto dealerships. If you’ve never heard of the Adobe Summit, it’s a well-regarded event put on by a highly reputable company and attended by some of the most intelligent people on the planet. Almost every PC uses some form of Adobe software, even if only the f...

No matter, you have a taxi or a car, it is essential to get it insured if you are taking it on the road. The insurance keeps you and your vehicle protected against any kind of mishap. The individuals having one vehicle do not face any trouble in getting the taxi insured but the ones who run a car or taxi rental service trouble in getting the insurance of every taxi or getting the insurance renewed. To make the task of such companies easy, taxi fleet insurance for new business is introduced. In such insurance, you can get a certain number of vehicles insured and also get eh insurance of all the taxies renewed in one go. There are several policies available for this insurance and you can also get the flexibility of introducing the third party. You can also include your driver in the policy. Get the insurance for mixed vehicle The car rental companies have different vehicles from a taxi to a minibus to a luxury limo.  You can get all of them insured in one policy. However, introdu...

So you know who your target audience is and have created special email templates that cater to their specific interests and needs. You also have a filtered and narrowed down list of recipients to be at the receiving end of the barrage of emails that you have scheduled for the coming two months or so. But have you paused to consider whether these will serve a purpose greater than resting comfortably in your recipients’ inboxes, or worse still, spam folders? The crux of email marketing lies in being an effective problem-solver. You need to effectively answer the customers’ queries and provide solutions to their problems through not only your products and services, but also through every marketing tactic that you put into practice. For example, an academic writing service should effectively present solutions to queries such as “I need a pro to do my homework ." Similarly, a downtown vet clinic should make sure all the ‘pet’ peeves vanish in a poof with each of the marketing as well...

The notion of driving a semi-truck across the country is certainly romanticized. You might fantasize about being a truck driver, powering through a restless night to deliver a shipment. It’s also likely that your notions of driving a semi-truck aren’t entirely accurate. However, if you’re determined enough, you can certainly make the most of the experience. These tips will help you learn how to drive a semi-truck across the country. Learn How to Handle It A semi-truck handles differently than typical vehicles. Even if you’ve driven another type of truck before, this can be a whole new experience. Do as much research as you can into driving semi-trucks. You should observe semi-truck drivers on the highway and watch videos to gain a proper understanding of how to maneuver. Follow Safety Instructions You don’t want to risk having your semi-truck topple over unexpectedly. Make sure that you are following all the necessary safety protocol for driving a semi-truck. This includes braking...

Indianapolis-based PERQ takes home the 2018 Gold Stevie Award for “Founding Team of the Year” acknowledging team’s leadership in product innovation, company culture and triple digit growth in 2017 INDIANAPOLIS,   JUNE 27, 2018 - PERQ took home a Gold Stevie® Award for “ Entrepreneur: Founding Team of the Year ” category in the 2018 American Business Awards. The company won for its proven innovation and growth in 2017, including a 300% increase in annual recurring revenues and expanding its Indianapolis-based team by 25%. PERQ impressed judges with its successful expansion and roll-out of its AI-driven software that enables any website to offer personalized, guided research/shopping experiences. Originally introduced to automotive retailers in 2016 as a way to create better, more friendly online engagement with car buyers, the platform has been successfully rolled out to two other high-ticket verticals: home furnishings and multifamily. "We share this recognition with our en...

With the aggregate cost of setting off for college achieving $30,000 to $50,000 yearly, an ever-increasing number of candidates and guardians are loaded with the issue of how to pay for school. Luckily, there are approaches to bring down your own money related commitment. A portion of these choices can even get you a free ride to school! Yet, before you apply for any type of help, do your exploration. Go over the advantages and disadvantages and pick the choice that best fits your circumstance, and doesn't overlook the fine print – a large number of these methods accompany conditions. Here's a run-down on the portion of your essential alternatives. Gifts Awards are little measures of money that are thought about blessings. Ordinarily, they won't cover the greater part of your costs, yet they can contribute a couple of thousand to your school subsidize. Not at all like alternate types of budgetary help, stipends are totally free, which implies there is no compelling reaso...

Jurassic World, Deadpool 2, and Avengers Infinity War all Premiered Late June, Include Practical Family Vehicles Swapalease.com , the nation’s largest car lease marketplace, today announced their selections on the “best family cars kids will want” after several kid-friendly summer movie releases feature practical cars in a variety of scenes.  Automakers such as Ford, Jeep, Infiniti, Mitsubishi, Chevrolet, and Nissan all appear in scenes throughout the films. Several of these cars are featured to inspire the potential buyer after movie-goers watch the vehicle “in-action” along their favorite Hollywood stars. The top cars as seen in family-friendly summer movies are: Ford Explorer: As seen in Jurassic World, the Ford Explorer is equipped with Intelligent 4WD and a Terrain Management System- making it ideal for the “off-road” dinosaur thriller. Jeep Grand Cherokee: As seen in Deadpool 2, the Jeep Grand Cherokee boasts state-of-the-art technology and improved cargo space.  T...

Vehicle customization has been a huge industry for years. Whether you customize personal vehicles or commercial vehicles for delivery, long haul, or even food services you can have a very profitable business.   For  d car builders alike, the primary issue is discoverability, just like with any other business. Unless people know who you are, where you are, and how to contact you, they can’t hire you. You have to somehow let them know about all of those things.   So how do you market your vehicle customization services? Here are 5 easy ways.   Put Your Name on Your Vehicles   Sounds simple, right? If you have your name on the vehicles you customize, people will see it, know who did the work, and contact you if they need similar work. They may even contact your customer, the one you customized the vehicle for, and that person can give you a reference.   This is what car dealers already do on a regular basis and is a simple form of physical marketing ...

Your car keys are literally the key to your independence. You would not be able to get very far without your car keys. You may not be aware of the many ways your car keys could be damaged or compromised. This is why you should consider these simple methods for protecting your car keys. Park Your Own Car You probably do not think much about it when you hand your keys off to a valet to park your car. However, you should be very careful about doing this. Modern apps make it possible for anyone with a smartphone to take a picture of your car keys and order copies for themselves. If they happen to find out where you live, then stealing your car would be a piece of cake. Secure Your Key Fob If you own a newer car, then it is always listening for a signal from your key fob. When it gets the correct signal coming in, then it will open, start the engine or do whatever it is programmed to do upon receiving the right signal. Even if your key fob is in your house, hackers can amplify your ke...

One of the staples for service department is tires, including sales, mounting, balancing and alignments. Tires are a price leader for your dealership and a great way to get customers in, providing you the opportunity for additional service work revenue.   Well, what if your customers no longer need to buy tires from your dealership? What if they could simply go on Amazon and buy them cheaper – just like everything else on Amazon? Cheap doesn’t mean easy though. Who wants tires delivered to their home or office, where they must pack them into their vehicle and get them to a service station to be installed?   Here’s the deal…Amazon has just solved the EASY part of this equation. Now they own a cheap and EASY way for customers to order tires and get them installed.   How can Amazon, an online retailer with no physical stores, compete with your service department?   Easy, they partnered with Sears Auto Centers!  Amazon tested the partnership at 71 Sears Auto ...

When it comes to the cheapest mode of transport, transportation by road is the first thing that crosses our mind. Apart from being cheapest, it is also the fastest means of transport connectingthe profound places on the villages and towns. The cost of transport largely depends upon the nature, size, and kind of car you want to ship. Road transport has always been more economical while transporting goods over a short distance. If you want to ship a small or a medium sized car over a little distance, and also if you want your service to be quick you can definitely choose transport via road. Road transport does not necessarily account for the loading and unloading of goods mid way, hence delays regarding such factors are clearly avoided. Goods once directly loaded into the vehicle of transport via roadare onlyunsealed, after it reaches safely and straightly to its place of terminal. Although cheapest car shipping can be carried out by roads, it is to be mentioned in this regard the sea...

It’s completely normal to be nervous while driving around a semi-truck. In fact, 333,000 large trucks were involved in crashes during 2012. Although that number sounds large, you shouldn’t worry too much. That statistic doesn’t necessarily mean that the odds are against you or that you should ever expect to end up colliding with a big rig any time soon. You just have to drive with a lot of common sense and abide by the following tips. Stay out of Blind Zones Semis have large blind zones . While it may be impossible to totally stay out of them, spend as little time there as possible. Generally, the driver cannot see what is within 20 feet of the front of their vehicle, 30 feet behind their vehicle, 30 feet to their right and 15 feet to their left when they are driving. Think before you enter these blind spots about how you can get out of them quickly. Remember if you cannot see the driver clearly, then it may be hard for the driver to see you. Pass Safely When you need to pass a s...

How Automotive OEM Suppliers Can Utilize the Power of Jean-Claude Van Damme YouTube product demos can give your brand a fighting chance. Got a   great   product?   Is it   better than   your competitors ’ ?   Does it make amazing things possible?   Instead of   telling your customers that it’s great, why not show them how great?   Sometimes,   a product demo video   is the most effective, engaging route. Let’s face it, the most advanced products, technologies and systems in the automotive supplier world aren’t always the sexiest   things . Even the nerdiest engineer would find it difficult to tell the difference between   the 2.0 and 1.0   product   versions   from   a   brochure   photo .   A video demo helps you   cut through the clutter.   YouTube hosts it for free.   It’s shareable.   You r customers   can   see how   your product ...

Clarivoy’s Attribution API helps CarSoup.com Show Auto Dealers how it’s Helping them Sell More Cars   Columbus, OH, June 25, 2018 – Clarivoy, a pioneer and leader in automotive marketing attribution, today announced that CarSoup.com has embedded Clarivoy’s multi-touch attribution technology into its website, which ensures proper credit is attributed to those marketing sources that influenced the customer’s vehicle purchase. Now CarSoup.com dealers will gain a more holistic view of all the vehicle sales that CarSoup.com influenced from Clarivoy’s independent, unbiased attribution technology.   CarSoup.com is an online venue for buying, researching and selling new and used vehicles with 6 million vehicles listed nationally from over 20,000 dealers and thousands of private sellers.   Clarivoy’s Attribution API software will help CarSoup.com dealers by using “Any-Touch” attribution. Any-Touch attribution makes sure proper credit is attributed to those marketing sour...