Articles for Internet Features

Top 5 Web Analytics To Monitor

Tuesday, February 28, 2012
Technology allows dealers to easily track Web analytics but it’s easy to get overwhelmed. Which analytics are the most important? Dave Winslow, the intelligence chief at Dealer.com, shared with Auto Dealer Monthly the top five Web analytics dealers should monitor.

Digital Marketing for Dealerships Can Be Frustrating

Monday, July 25, 2011
Dealership Internet directors share what frustrates them the most about digital marketing, including frustrations with websites, vendors and different media.

The Importance of Mobile Websites for Dealerships

Friday, June 03, 2011
Does a dealership really need a website optimized for mobile devices? The short answer is yes. Author Kimberly Long offers perspectives from both dealership personnel and technology providers on the benefits of having a mobile website.

2010 Digital Marketing Awards

Friday, February 18, 2011
The Auto Dealer Monthly 2010 Digital Marketing Awards highlight a few of the best dealership websites in the industry, including single-point franchise sites, independent dealer sites, group franchise sites and specialty sites. See who stood out from the pack and why.

Choosing a New Web Site Provider

Tuesday, July 27, 2010
Harlene Doane, Jennifer Murphy - Technology changes so fast that it’s difficult to keep up, and that’s especially true when it comes to a dealer’s Web site. What was cutting-edge and met a dealer’s needs a year ago may now be lackluster in performance.

SEO Need to Know

Thursday, April 15, 2010
Jennifer Murphy - Successful search engine optimization (SEO) is ever-changing, which is why many dealers enlist the help of third parties to properly optimize their Web sites. And choosing a reputable provider can be a challenge. If you’ve recently evaluated providers, you’ve likely learned a little about SEO, but your education on the subject was probably embedded in a sales pitch.

Here Comes Web 3.0

Thursday, October 01, 2009
Harlene Doane - First came what is known as Web 1.0, which was basic Web design that included a number of static pages that basically pushed information out to online shoppers.

What You Can Uncover with a Few Keystrokes

Monday, July 06, 2009
Harlene Doane - Knowing the basics of how many visitors your site has, the number of page views and the amount of time spent on the site is fairly easy these days, but it is possible to learn so much more. There are several products on the market, many of which are entirely free, that allow you to view your site and marketing efforts from several different perspectives ...

Measuring the Internet Department Results

Wednesday, July 16, 2008
Harlene Doane - The one thing everyone has discovered is that no one has figured out exactly how to wrap their arms around a topic like Internet sales ..

How To Respond To Internet Inquiries: Trainers and Directors Disclose Proper Techniques

Monday, December 03, 2007
John Carroll - Trying to come up with a step-by-step process for Internet sales can be tricky. Some practices may work better than others in your own operation, and picking the best approach for your dealership can make a big difference at the end of...

Customer Service And Training: New Vehicle Lead Providers Stack Up

Wednesday, November 22, 2006
Harlene Doane - Every dealer has a certain level of expectations when working with lead providers, and all services bought are measured against...

2006 Internet Achievement Awards

Friday, September 01, 2006
Greg Goebel - Every year the Auto Dealer Monthly/AutoDealerDaily.com Internet Achievement Awards has offered increased insight...

3rd Party Leads: Are They Getting Better Or Are Dealers Getting Better?

Monday, August 28, 2006
Harlene Doane - This question isn’t about the credit of the customer. It is about catching the customer at the right moment...

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