#dealership marketing ideas

[mach10automotive]

Revving Up Sales: Advanced & Affordable Car Dealer Marketing Services

In the competitive world of automotive sales, car dealerships are constantly on the lookout for innovative and cost-effective ways to boost their sales and stand out from the competition. With the advent of digital marketing and the changing landscape of consumer behavior, traditional advertising methods alone are no longer sufficient to drive success. In this blog post, we will explore advanced and affordable car dealer marketing services that can help dealerships thrive in the modern automotive market.

Search Engine Optimization (SEO)

In today's digital age, online visibility is crucial for car dealerships. To maximize their online presence, car dealers should invest in Search Engine Optimization (SEO) services. SEO involves optimizing your website and online content to rank higher in search engine results, making it easier for potential customers to find your dealership when they search for relevant keywords.

Affordable SEO services can include keyword research, on-page optimization, link building, and content creation. By improving your dealership's website's SEO, you can increase organic traffic, generate more leads, and ultimately boost sales without breaking the bank.

Pay-Per-Click (PPC) Advertising

Pay-Per-Click advertising is a cost-effective way to reach a targeted audience. With PPC, dealerships only pay when users click on their ads, making it a highly efficient marketing method. Platforms like Google Ads and Facebook Ads allow dealerships to create highly targeted ad campaigns to reach potential customers who are actively searching for cars or have shown interest in related topics.

Advanced PPC strategies, such as retargeting, can help dealerships re-engage users who have previously visited their website, increasing the chances of conversion. By allocating a reasonable budget and carefully optimizing campaigns, car dealers can achieve a significant return on investment (ROI) with PPC advertising.

Social Media Marketing

Social media has become an integral part of modern marketing, and car dealerships can leverage these platforms to their advantage. By creating and maintaining active social media profiles on platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter, dealerships can engage with their audience, showcase their inventory, and build brand loyalty.

Affordable social media marketing services can include content creation, scheduling posts, and managing social media advertising campaigns. By consistently sharing high-quality content and interacting with followers, dealerships can increase their online visibility and connect with potential customers on a personal level.

Email Marketing

Email marketing remains a cost-effective and efficient way to nurture leads and retain existing customers. Car dealerships can use email marketing services to send personalized messages, promote special offers, and keep their audience informed about new arrivals or service specials.

Advanced email marketing tools enable dealerships to segment their email list based on customer preferences and behavior, ensuring that each message resonates with its intended audience. With automated email campaigns, dealerships can save time and maintain consistent communication with their customer base.

Content Marketing

Creating valuable and informative content can establish a dealership as an authority in the automotive industry. Content marketing involves producing blog posts, videos, infographics, and other forms of content that address common customer questions, showcase expertise, and provide valuable insights.

Affordable content marketing services can include content creation, content strategy development, and search engine optimization to ensure that the content ranks well in search engine results. By consistently publishing high-quality content, dealerships can attract organic traffic, build trust with potential customers, and position themselves as the go-to resource for automotive information.

Online Reputation Management

In the age of online reviews and social media, a dealership's reputation is more critical than ever. Online reputation management services can help car dealers monitor and improve their online image. This includes responding to customer reviews, addressing negative feedback, and promoting positive testimonials.

Advanced reputation management tools can also help dealerships proactively manage their online reputation by collecting and showcasing positive customer experiences. A strong online reputation can significantly influence a potential customer's decision to visit a dealership and make a purchase.

Video Marketing

Video marketing has gained immense popularity in recent years, and for good reason. Videos are engaging, memorable, and shareable, making them a powerful tool for car dealerships. Dealerships can use video marketing to showcase their inventory, provide virtual tours of vehicles, and share informative content.

Affordable video marketing services can include video production, editing, and distribution across various platforms, including YouTube and social media. By harnessing the power of video, car dealerships can connect with their audience on a more personal level and increase their online reach.

Chatbots and AI-Powered Customer Support

Chatbots and AI-powered customer support can enhance the customer experience and streamline dealership operations. Affordable AI solutions can be integrated into dealership websites to provide instant responses to customer inquiries, schedule test drives, and collect lead information.

Advanced AI systems can also analyze customer data to personalize marketing efforts and improve customer service. By implementing these technologies, dealerships can provide 24/7 support and ensure that potential customers receive timely assistance, increasing the likelihood of conversion.

Conclusion

In today's competitive automotive market, car dealerships must embrace advanced and affordable marketing services to stay ahead of the curve. From SEO and PPC advertising to social media marketing and content creation, there are numerous cost-effective strategies that can drive traffic, engage customers, and boost sales.

By leveraging these marketing services, car dealerships can adapt to the evolving digital landscape, connect with their target audience, and ultimately thrive in the modern automotive industry. Remember, the key is to tailor these strategies to your specific dealership's needs and budget, ensuring a successful and sustainable marketing approach.

[kittlyns]

Finally finally finally got my tax refund so maybe (very hesitant, barely hopeful, more fear in this statement than not) things will get better from here!

[maybankiara]

being an adult with a day off means writing fics and applying for jobs during breaks

[seat-safety-switch]

When industry has let you down, you gotta get weird. Do you remember the last time that one of your beloved childhood candies got discontinued by the manufacturer? Someone in a regular ol' residential kitchen, much like yours, decided to just make their own version of that candy. If those corporate motherfuckers won't give it to me, they said, I'll take it. They're eating it right now, while you sob into your Wheaties about how terribly capitalism has treated you.

Me, I love to do this kind of thing too. Spite is my fuel. Sure, it's nice to have the goodies of the past again. What really gets my motor running, though, is the opportunity to really piss off the folks trying to scalp what's left.

Yeah, we got the last eighteen boxes of this kind of connector you need, and we want seven hundred bucks for each of them. Guess what, asshole? I can trick the library into 3D-printing a bunch of them, and then trick AliExpress into making exact copies of them. Now the market price is seven cents, and none of those pennies are going to your dumb market-cornering ass. Sorry. It's capitalism.

Like any good thing, though, I may have taken it too far. The other day, the dealership wanted four dollars for a replacement clip for my sunroof. Instead of paying them that blood money, I spent hours of my own, precious time on this earth cloning it. Now, after all this effort, I can make them myself for about three dollars and ninety-six cents. Unless you price in all the failed prototypes, which nobody does. Also, they don't work as well as the real thing, so I have to make a lot so I have spares. Sometimes being a warrior against the forces of entropy means having to make a sacrifice.

If you're also into this weird hobby, let me know. I've been looking to get a new house, and I don't like the idea of paying people who know what they're doing for it. We can probably make some kind of enormous 3D printer and just crank out an entire bungalow out of microplastics. Call me.

[frankienoel]

This is probably the craziest first post you'll ever see, especially since this is the first thing I'm posting here, and you're probably thinking 'who's this stranger on my dash with all this info I have no need to hear... but this felt like the perfect place to get this off my chest so here it goes...

I went to a car dealership to see what was on the market and agreed to go back to look at a car that I definitely don’t need tomorrow. Is it just me, or is it really alarming how good salespeople can be? But also, how do I say no tomorrow. It's a nice car, but I really, really don't need it. Seriously, I have no idea how I always get myself into situations like this, but it's a problem.

This post has been brought to you by Frankie Dolly Noël, who happens to be me, Hiiiii. Friends call me Frankie, so feel free to call me that too. And I'll shut up now and let you continue with your day.

[wheelsgoroundincircles]

Sir Vival, the two-piece safety Hudson

Sir Vival, Walter Jerome's Hudson-based concept for the ultimate safety car, last moved under its own power sometime around when he showed the car at the New York World's Fair in 1964 or 1965. Since then, it's been split apart, reassembled, shuffled all over eastern Massachusetts, and remained hidden more or less in plain sight, but nobody's made an attempt to get it running again. That'll change now that longtime owner Ed Moore of Bellingham Auto Sales has sold Sir Vival to Jeff Lane of the Lane Motor Museum.

"It'll be the perfect fit," Lane said. "I've been pestering him about it for a while."

Moore, as we reported in November, has decided to close the doors at Bellingham, which he considers the last active Hudson dealership in the world, and has been either selling off his inventory of cars and parts or transferring portions of his lifelong collection to his house nearby.

In 1958, Worcester-based Walter Jerome decided it was about time somebody built a car designed primarily for safety and not for looks or speed. Rapidly increasing numbers of highway deaths - especially in the postwar period - led many to call for greater automotive safety as early as 1947, but the response from Detroit was tepid at best throughout the Fifties. Ford made a few gestures at improving automotive safety, including funding a study on safety cars at Cornell, but it largely fell to independents and individuals to build cars with safety features designed into the vehicle.

Jerome decided to start with a step-down Hudson - which he bought from Bellingham - and split it into two sections "to anticipate the possibility of collision from any angle." Similar to Bela Barenyi's idea for the crumple zone, Jerome intended the front section, mounted via a hinge to the rear section, to absorb a collision rather than deflect one, noting that the rigidity of typical cars was what led to injuries and deaths in collisions. To each of the two sections, Jerome added steel bumpers that acted, in his words, like a second frame, and rubber bumpers around the steel designed to redirect all but direct collisions. Yes, he built a full-size bumper car.

He didn't stop there. The driver controlled the car from a turret-mounted central driver's seat surrounded by a "full circle" windshield for greater visibility. (According to Jerome's literature, the windshield itself rotated past stationary windshield wipers as part of Jerome's quest for maximum driver visibility.) The exterior is fitted with high-visibility marker and signal lamps; the parallelogram doors are designed not to pop open in a crash; and the interior features seat belts, padding, and even a rollbar.

"It is all too obvious that Detroit has no plans to come up with anything really new," Jerome wrote. "Their 1964 cars are already on the drawing boards and spring from the same rigid frames. I hold that human life is important, far more important than Detroit's worry about the cost of retooling to produce an automobile which will save human lives. Adoption of the flexible Sir Vival design would make rigid vehicles obsolete and create a new market, almost immediately, for 65 million vehicles."

Moore and his family assisted Jerome over the years with Sir Vival, including one episode Moore recalls in which he went to Worcester to retrieve the vehicle from the fourth floor of a warehouse, where Jerome had stored it in two pieces, so it could be reassembled and transported to Jerome's house on Cape Cod. After Jerome's death in the early 1970s, the Moores took possession of Sir Vival and brought it back to Bellingham. While Moore had hoped Sir Vival would have gone to Eldon Hostetler's Hudson museum, it turned out fortuitous that he didn't donate it to Hostetler, given that the museum was closed and liquidated in 2018. Sir Vival has thus primarily sat in its pride of place in Bellingham Auto Sales's garage ever since.

"It needs gone right through," Moore said. "It's not really something I want to take home and just let it sit there. Jeff, he's the guy who'd really appreciate it. He'll build it and do it right."

Lane said he's only seen Sir Vival once in person, when he spent an entire day up at Bellingham Auto Parts four or five years ago. "I recall it as not terrible, but also not in great condition," he said. "It's not like it's been outside for 40 years, rusting away." While he won't have a more definitive plan about what to do with Sir Vival until he picks it up later this month, he said he wants to go through it mechanically without restoring the entire car, if possible.

"I'd say the closest it comes to any other vehicle in the (Lane Motor Museum's) collection is the Dymaxion," Lane said. "It's a really interesting story but it's really been pretty much hidden away from the general public."

Moore, for his part, said he'll continue selling Hudsons from his home garage even after the Bellingham Auto Sales property becomes a warehouse. "I still have my new and used car licenses," he said. "I know I can't keep them all, but I've tried."

UPDATE (6.January 2023): The Lane has started restoration on Sir Vival, according to a Facebook post from the museum. "Sir Vival has been separated into two pieces, and the automotive archaeology begins!"

[diabolus1exmachina]

Enterra Vipre

The Enterra Vipre was developed in the mid-1980s by a group of waiters at the Keg Restaurant on Vancouver’s Granville Island. Somehow they managed to secure a grant from the Canadian Scientific Research Council for $10 million CAD, and perhaps not surprisingly it all went wrong shortly after.

Whoever these waiters were they were astonishingly adept salesmen. Not only did they talk their way into that $10 million CAD government grant, but they also talked General Motors into selling their cars in the USA right out of Pontiac dealerships – with a full manufacturer’s warranty no less.

Exactly how a group of waiters came up with the idea of starting their own car company may be lost to history, but we do know that in the early-to-mid 1980s the waitstaff at the Keg Restaurant on Vancouver’s Granville Island hatched a plan to launch their own custom car brand and call it Cymbria.

Rather than building a car from scratch as Bricklin has done a decade earlier before collapsing into bankruptcy the team at Cymbria decided too instead base their car on a preexisting production sports car to save time and money.

The car they chose was arguably the hottest American sports car of the time, the Pontiac Fiero, an affordable mid-engined car with a lightweight fiberglass body. Cymbria developed their own custom bolt-on fiberglass body for the car, then they developed a more luxurious interior, they doubled the sticker price, and put their car on the market.

By the time the initial problems with the body moulds and ill-fitting panels had been rectified it was 1986 and the company had changed its name to Enterra, possibly as a way to leave some space between themselves and the negative press that the earlier 1984 Cymbria prototype had attracted.

The styling of the Enterra Vipre was perhaps a little misleading. It looked like a mid-engined supercar that was doing 200 mph even standing still. In reality it was powered by the standard 2.8 liter Pontiac V6 making just 140 bhp and 170 lb ft of torque.

When the Fiero was still new and exciting back in 1983 and 1984 many kit car and low-volume automakers hailed it as their savior. Its steel spaceframe chassis, mid-engined layout, and easy-to-remove fiberglass outer body panels made it ideally suited to modification. Countless Ferrari replica kit cars were based on the Fiero, there were also Lamborghini kits, and kits replicating other models. Interestingly one of those Ferrari replica designs was the Pontiac Mera – it had a bodykit designed to emulate the Ferrari 308 GTS which was being used in the popular Magnum P.I. TV series in the 1980s. 159 of them were made and sold through Pontiac dealers in the USA before the Ferrari lawyers got involved and shut the operation down. The Canadian answer to this Fiero phenomenon was the Enterra Vipre. Its design was clearly influenced by the Ferraris of the time including the F40, though it was carefully designed so as not to be a replica of any single model – therefore resistant to the famously litigious Ferrari legal representatives in the United States.

The first prototype was built in 1984 as the Cymbria Vipre, however the poor fitment of the fiberglass body panels and overall build quality left a lot to be desired. The moulds had to be completely redone, by the time they were ready it was 1986. The car was relaunched, now as the Enterra Vipre, with a price of over $30,000 USD – the equivalent to $71,277 USD in 2023 and roughly double the cost of a standard V6 Fiero.

Despite the fact that the car was being sold through selected Pontiac dealerships in the USA it was a complete flop. The lack of brandname awareness for Enterra coupled with the high price and the fact that the car had slightly worse performance than the stock V6 Fiero (due to to the larger/heavier body) resulted in dismal sales.

[hotxrod]

have you heard from DANIEL ADLER yet? back home they’re said to work as a MECHANIC / STREET RACER.  before this trip to blackwood pines, i’ve heard that they’re known to be ADROIT, ROGUISH, AND VALOROUS. but on the downside, they’re known to be DESTRUCTIVE, EVASIVE AND, UNINHIBITED. when you think about them, you’ll probably see CIGARETTE BUTTS LITTERING A BLACK MARBLE ASHTRAY, WHITE RIBBED TANKS PAIRED WITH FLANNEL SHIRTS, CALLOUSED HANDS STAINED WITH GREASE, NEON LIGHTS GLOWING AGAINST WET PAVEMENT AT NIGHT, AND THE BITTER TASTE OF TEQUILA CHASED WITH LIME. and because of that, i would say that they’re known to be THE CATACLYSMIC. i wonder what they’ll really think of blackwood pines after the trip is over, don’t you?

⸻   BASICS

FULL NAME.    daniel james adler

NICKNAMES.    danny , dan , hot rod , trouble

BIRTHDATE.    november 1st

AGE.    30

ZODIAC.    scorpio

IDENTITY.    cis man , he / him

SEXUALITY.    heterosexual , heteromantic

HEIGHT. 6'2"

HOMETOWN. burbank , california

OCCUPATION.    mechanic and street racer

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES. twin flames on his right hand, climbing up the knuckles of his pinky and ring finger ( x ) ; three eyes stacked behind his jawline, all fixed on separate directions & a small silver hoop in his left earlobe ( x )

INSPIRATION.    brian o'conner ( fast & furious ) , fezco ( euphoria ) , jim stark ( rebel without a cause ) , nick jones ( house of wax ) , ryan atwood ( the o.c. )

⸻   HEADCANONS

born into a fairly wealthy family as an only child, he's never been without anything materialistic. both of his parents have always been workaholics, which left him basically on his own, running the roads.

without much supervision holding him down, danny was a bit of a wild child / party animal in his teens. he got into his fair share of trouble ; broken noses, bloodied knuckles, scare tactic cuffs, but nothing he could never weasel his way out of, thanks to the family name.

the adler lineage has owned and managed several car dealerships over the last five decades, earning them a solid reputation in their community. the idea is that the dealerships will be equally distributed to danny and his cousins, when the time comes for them to take over.

has always been super into cars. not necessarily the highest retail price, but more so the money, mods, and work that can be put into a good build. evidently, he works at a vehicle customization and repair shop, just a few miles north of los angeles . if you wanna pimp your ride, he's your guy.

la parties and souped up vehicles introduced him to the world of illegal street racing in his early twenties, and he's been hooked ever since. the adrenaline he gets from ripping around city streets is a better hit than any drug on the market.

ever since he was a kid, his family has vacationed in blackwood mountain every year, until all the kids grew up and everyone was too busy with their own lives. danny, however, has kept up the tradition on his own with friends. he says it's for the change in scenery, but deep down, it serves as an escape from the numb existence waiting for him back home.

[crimsonblackrose]

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Ah man the "good morning baby" cuddle to an empty bed with no note and no messages is telling I'm sure to Amanda on how Miyagi do isn't just a passing phase anymore.

Amanda is still kinda in denial or at least hopeful since she asked if Daniel was at the dealership already.

They're supposed to have lunch with Anoush. Which, quick reminder, amidst everything Tom Cole came and stole Daniel's staff (cough the way Daniel stole Johnny's students) and they moved Anoush from the dealership he liked working at due to it, and then rather than help out or attend marketing or other meetings Daniel's been at the dojo. And because Daniel didn't tell Johnny where Robby was, Johnny showed up and punched Anoush in the side/stomach even though Anoush tried to defend and keep them safe not aware that Robby is a minor and Daniel hadn't told either of his parents where he was.

Oh and he climbed up to repaint the billboard with Louie rather than Daniel hiring professionals to do it.

It'd be one thing if it was Johnny there to be like hey, I'm sorry about your dojo. But Kreese literally knows Hawk did it.

It's interesting how when someone else confronts Daniel with very specific terminology he says they're kids, not soldiers and it's not war. Yet the mongoose brain is kind of treating it as such.

Kreese asks if Daniel teaches karate or gardening. (Which fair, why's there so many rocks in your dojo?!) and then puts out his cigar in one of the bonsai, which booo bad grandpa, booo don't hurt the plants.

Regards to Mr. Miyagi. What are you going to do Kreese, murder Daniel? Like what does that even mean?????

He's not going to let Johnny lose this time, and thanks for taking our weakest soldiers. Bud. This is not the route Johnny wanted to go. And other than to scare Daniel why were you here? He had no idea that Daniel would be there that early let alone that day at all. Was he hoping to catch Robby?

Does it count as breaking and entering when it's no longer a home but a dojo?

Yasmine is in France and Moon is no longer hanging out with Aisha and Tory because she broke up with Hawk so now she's back to hanging out with Sam. Moon: Hemp oil is supposed to balance your kinetic energy don't know if it'll get you high though. (Please have her make one of these for everyone else lol)

Moon looks so at home that I didn't realize this is Sam's room. They moved some of her stuff around like her bed.

Moon is there to help Sam pick out her work out outfit.

Miguel tells Johnny he's sorry about his loss. Which means everyone in the dojo and Kreese surely must know that Tommy has passed. Yet Miguel's the only one to talk to him. Johnny went to the funeral before coming back.

Kreese didn't just subtly move things around, because Johnny instantly does a double take upon seeing his desk before he even clocks that Kreese hung up a photo of himself on the wall.

Kreese uses paying bills and doing invoices as an excuse for reorganizing.

I guess Kreese is also a two time champ. Think Silver is too? Kreese also says a buddy of his took that photo. Do you think it's Silver or one of the friends that passed away?

I suppose neither Kreese nor Johnny communicated on their plans for the day. Which is interesting because Johnny must've communicated with someone to say he was going to a funeral and yet he doesn't know the kids are going to the woods and not training in their gi's. Which Kreese shouldn't have permission to take them on a field trip.

They're going to Coyote Creek. Ummm so I've been mapping how far these places they're going are. And I think this is the first, Kreese I hope you got permission slips from tehse kids parents because this is the winner for distance outside of wherever Robby was taken. Coyote Creek is apparently near San Jose and thus nearly 5 and 1/2 hour drive away.

Johnny: I'm not sure they're ready for that.

You think? It's such a long way away. What did they do during that road trip huh? Are there Cobra Kai camp road songs?

Up to sensei lawrence, Johnny should've asked for permission slips.

Johnny you shouldn't take them there.

He seems so quiet when he agrees to go, like he didn't want to let them down but also didn't want to do it.

Kreese put Johnny in a rough spot there. Told the kids they were going to go do something, got them all excited, but then when Johnny came back made it seem like it was his decision, but of course it'd disappoint all the kids if they don't go. It makes it seem like Johnny's still in charge but instead he's being pressured into doing something he didn't plan to do right after the death of a friend and when he's less likely to fight.

This is my favorite. Demetri and Sam annoying sibling behavior. Which is hilarious because they're not truly that close other than being the og 3 miyagi-do, and even then Demetri's still arguably new.

I think I'm always focused on Demtri's actions that I always missed that she wipes her shoulder off back on his shirt.

Shochu-Geiko at Miyagi-do, you train during the hottest days of the year.

Oh hey new background students

We're also missing some students. So either he got some new ones, or some of the actors couldn't make it to this episode.

At least that high up and far away they're cooler.

Kreese: No rules get the headbands by any means necessary. Your fellow cobras are no longer your brothers and sisters or friend. Your headband is your life, you lose it you die. Says the guy whose faked his death twice, jeez you're being dramatic for a version of capture the flag.

Johnny: Use your best judgement, it's just a training exercise.

Stingray had a little stingray pin.

What's interesting is he says he decided to flip the script Hawk style, but he wasn't there for the speech Johnny gave while Eli was there, and there's know way Kreese repeated it. Kreese could care less.

Okay the student I was looking for and couldn't find was one of the red-headed kids. I remembered each dojo got one.

Chris's nickname for Demetri is "meat"

Do you think Miyagi's house had AC? Probably one of the many advantages to the Cobra Kai dojo is AC. Though I will say very proud of Daniel for doing this out front in the dirt rather than with all the rocks/ where there's no space, though mats again would be better

We're being shown what happened while Johnny was out. Tory and Miguel cat and mouse it with the other student from the other team and are reveling in it, not to mention Tory kicks him and sends him spinning after she's already gotten the head band.

This was probably smart for Kreese. Because the kids are out in the woods without Johnny able to see what they're doing, so he hasn't clocked that his some mercy progress got yanked back into Kreese's no mercy, destroy your enemies and finish it mindset. Instead he's lured into a sense of still in charge and that everything is the way he left it when it's like his office, not how he left it.

Except of course Johnny did witness it. Which is probably horrifying to have realized that if he hadn't witnessed it and just hung out with Kreese he wouldn't have known and that Kreese has relit the fire he'd been trying to put out.

Daniel and Miyagi do swapped from hot training to Kangeiko. Which again, this might not be the smartest. He should've had water and stuff for the kids when out in that heat and in the freezer... some safety precautions I hope are also being taken. Also who does he know that is like oh hey sure Daniel if you want to be in our freezer with a bunch of teens to teach karate sure thing, we're not worried about our meat/food.

Hanging up on Anoush was not good. Ah, their lunch to apologize and help Anoush stay is sandwiches and sides. i was expecting Amanda to spring for something a bit more interesting, but I guess she was expecting to make that choice with Daniel and he forgot.

Hawk drops out of a tree, but it legit looks like he drops from the sky lol.

yeah Hawk, that's not how medal of honors work and you probably shouldn't be wearing it as some trophy.

Robby put your hair up, how can you fight with your hair in your eyes, Sam's little braid-buns are cute.

Daniel how have you not realized Sam and Robby are flirting?

Amanda has called 5 times. Daniel, this was super important. Like surely you could've scheduled teaching these kids at specific times that didn't conflict with all your other responsibilities.

You would also think that it would be one of the bonus's of eventually merging dojo's. If Johnny works with Daniel, well teaching karate is his full time job, which would theoretically let Daniel return work for most training and allow him to do night or weekend training with Johnny. You'd think that if Daniel mentioned to Amanda they'd merge dojo's she'd be thrilled for that exact reason.

It's also funny because the cobras being out in nature is very Miyagi-do and the Miyagi-do's learning to fight in a meat locker is very Cobra Kai (or at least very Johnny)

Johnny returning to base camp to tell all his kids that they did well and comfort them during their losses. I can't. It's too sweet. He's trying to soften whatever Kreese has been up to.

Daniel's own flip the script speech. Demetri use your everything to anticipate things.

Do you think it was actually that cold? Do you think all the fog/breath/clouds are added in post?

YEAH DEMETRI

Lol Daniel so proud and then let's keep this going only for it to immediately fail.

Someone calls Demetri boss. Good job Boss.

I do appreciate that despite all of Kreese's work to try and mold them into his version of Cobra Kai while Johnny was out that Miguel still holds fast that trashing Miyagi-do and stealing the medal of honor was not cool.

Eli thinking it's about Sam is really telling of where his mindset is. Like he's fully in John Kreese's version of Cobra Kai. If only Johnny had caught it. Like he was able to catch Miguel and I think to an extent Aisha, but a lot of the other students his attentions kind of split on. And when you have that many students you're not going to catch it. But it would've been nice if he had, and had a heart to heart with Eli.

What I'm learning is I really like Miguel's jackets/hoodies.

They are so pissed at each other and taking that no mercy stuff to the extreme.

The wince when Miguel goes straight into the tree with his back, it's like a preview of what's to come.

This was supposed to be fun. Look what you've done to them Kreese. Johnny's going to be so upset.

I feel like this put a rift in their friendship, which sucks for Hawk because he's already taken an axe to his oldest friendship with Demetri and it knocked Moon out of his life too. He's like on a speedrun to ruining his life in a way Johnny knows super well and you'd think he'd be great at talking about it with him but only Miguel gets one on ones.

Though the finish him with the kick to the face and the way Johnny rushes forward but realizes he's too far away and too late...

Looks like your champ is developing a killer instinct...ugh Kreese...ugh.

Stingray winning lol, I mean he was smart. Also Miguel you should know how to get out of a choke hold and not to let your guard down.

So truly good lesson, thanks Stingray.

uhh that's a choice....

Literally treating Stingray like a dog. Stingray why did you take it to Kreese in your mouth?

Robby's sleeping in the house dojo?

Also Robby is so focused on folding his shirts. Who taught him to fold his shirts that way?

I spy mats! Daniel if you own mats why don't you ever use them????

Robbbbbyyyyyy bad choice.

How long did it take Daniel to get there? He's like running, hasn't changed and it's dark out.

Daniel: I can fix this with surf and turf from Delmonico's.

Lol in some shots the lights' on in Anoush's office, in some it's off.

Tom Cole offered him a higher title and more money the lunch was to see if they'd match it which I guess is a decision Amanda can't make without Daniel.

Amanda has essentially been doing everything but the karate stuff.

Why's Robby standing by the door just giggling at pre-teen/tween pictures of Sam?

Miguel looks like he rushed there. Which again, if Coyote creek is like nearly 6 hours away and he got to the LaRusso's house faster than Daniel got to North Hollywood from wherever he was training...what were you doing Daniel?

It's good on Miguel to return the medal of honor, but did he tell Johnny? Or does Johnny just think that's on his list of screw ups with Daniel? Like somewhere one of his kids stole the medal of honor and he still hasn't found it?

Robby makes a decision here....a pretty intense one.

That's an interesting lighter, you flip open the lid and then still have to click it (safety) and then Kreese spins it around the cigar a few times before holding it the traditional way.

He looks to comfortable in Johnny's chair and office. He made himself right at home.

This is like one of the times where Johnny digs his heels in and stands up for the kids and his plans for teaching them. And he communicates it all rather well. He's speaking softly, he's not yelling or mad, he's just like what you've been teaching this isn't something that works.

"There's a difference between no mercy and honor"

He still wants cobra kai to be badass, but he wants honor to be a part of it. Which feels like a very chozen thing.

Johnny was truly hoping to get through that whole conversation without Kreese pulling war into it. He acts like he's heard it a thousand times, which he probably has.

"These are good kids and they don't need to relive our mistakes"

"I'm responsible for these students."

Kreese claiming Johnny's his responsibility is just wild. You haven't seen the guy in 30 or so years.

I am proud of Johnny for catching himself, he realizes he's getting sucked into arguing with Kreese, into a fight and then realizes he doesn't have to fight him, doesn't want to, and can instead just kick him out.

If only it had worked. Kreese also left his photo on the wall, should've sent that out with him.

[douradoluxurycar]

Discover Extravagance: Luxury Car Dealerships in Dubai Offer the Ultimate in Opulence and Performance

Dubai is known for its opulence and luxury lifestyle, and there are several luxury car dealerships in the city where you can find high-end vehicles. Keep in mind that the availability of specific brands and models may change over time, so it's a good idea to check the latest information and visit the dealerships' websites or contact them directly for the most up-to-date offerings. Here are some luxury car dealerships in Dubai that were well-known in Luxury car industry.

Al Nabooda Automobiles: Al Nabooda Automobiles is one of the largest dealerships for Audi, Porsche, and Volkswagen in Dubai. They have a strong presence in the region and offer a range of luxury vehicles.

Al Tayer Motors: This dealership represents several luxury car brands, including Jaguar, Land Rover, Aston Martin, and Bentley. They have a flagship showroom on Sheikh Zayed Road in Dubai.

Dourado Luxury Car : This dealership is the leading car dealer for new and used vehicles in Dubai with an inventory of over 300+ luxury cars from leading brands. They have a strong presence in the region and offer a range of luxury vehicles.

AGMC: AGMC is the official dealer for BMW, MINI, and Rolls-Royce in Dubai. They have multiple showrooms and service centers across the city.

Emirates Motor Company: As the authorized distributor of Mercedes-Benz in Dubai and the Northern Emirates, Emirates Motor Company offers a wide selection of Mercedes-Benz vehicles.

Premier Motors: This dealership is known for selling high-end cars, including the likes of Maserati and Ferrari.

Lamborghini Dubai: As the name suggests, this dealership specializes in Lamborghini vehicles, catering to the elite sports car market.

McLaren Dubai: McLaren fans can visit this dealership to explore the British manufacturer's high-performance sports cars.

Bentley Dubai: Bentley Dubai is the place to go if you're interested in purchasing a Bentley luxury automobile.

Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Dubai: For those seeking the pinnacle of luxury, Rolls-Royce offers a range of bespoke luxury vehicles, and the Dubai dealership is a showcase for these exquisite cars.

Bugatti UAE: If you have a passion for the fastest and most exclusive hypercars, Bugatti's dealership in the UAE is worth a visit.

Remember that Dubai is home to some of the world's wealthiest individuals, and the city's luxury car dealerships cater to this clientele by offering an extensive selection of high-end and exotic vehicles.

[mach10automotive]

Revving Up Success: A Comprehensive Car Dealer Marketing Plan for Used Car Sales in 2024

In the ever-evolving automotive industry, car dealerships must adapt to changing consumer preferences and market dynamics. The year 2024 brings new challenges and opportunities for used car sales, and a well-crafted marketing plan is essential to stay competitive and thrive in this environment. In this blog post, we'll outline a comprehensive car dealer marketing plan tailored to the unique demands of the used car market in 2024.

Embrace Digital Transformation:

In 2024, the digital landscape continues to dominate consumer behavior. To succeed, car dealerships must embrace digital transformation wholeheartedly. Here are some key strategies:

a. Develop a User-Friendly Website: Ensure your website is mobile-responsive, easy to navigate, and offers an engaging user experience. Provide comprehensive information about your used car inventory, including high-quality images, detailed specifications, and pricing.

b. Invest in SEO and Content Marketing: Optimize your website for search engines to improve organic visibility. Create valuable content such as blog posts, buying guides, and informative videos to establish your dealership as an authority in the industry.

c. Utilize Paid Advertising: Implement pay-per-click (PPC) advertising campaigns on platforms like Google Ads and social media channels. These targeted ads can help you reach potential buyers actively searching for used cars.

d. Leverage Social Media: Maintain a strong presence on popular social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Engage with your audience through regular posts, stories, and interactive content.

e. Email Marketing: Create personalized email campaigns to nurture leads and keep past customers informed about new arrivals, promotions, and service offerings.

Implement Data-Driven Marketing:

Data is the driving force behind effective marketing strategies in 2024. Utilize customer relationship management (CRM) software to collect and analyze customer data for more personalized and efficient marketing efforts. Some key data-driven tactics include:

a. Customer Segmentation: Divide your customer base into segments based on demographics, behavior, and preferences. Tailor your marketing messages to each segment for better engagement.

b. Predictive Analytics: Use predictive models to anticipate customer needs and behaviors. This can help you target potential buyers with the right offers at the right time.

c. Retargeting Campaigns: Implement retargeting ads to remind website visitors about your used car inventory. These ads can appear on various online platforms to keep your dealership top-of-mind.

Showcase Transparency and Trustworthiness:

In 2024, consumers prioritize trust and transparency when making purchasing decisions. Building a reputation as a trustworthy dealership is crucial. Here's how to achieve it:

a. Vehicle History Reports: Provide comprehensive vehicle history reports for all your used cars. This transparency instills confidence in potential buyers and reduces their hesitation.

b. Certified Pre-Owned Programs: Consider offering certified pre-owned (CPO) programs backed by manufacturer warranties. CPO vehicles are perceived as more reliable, attracting quality-conscious buyers.

c. Customer Reviews and Testimonials: Encourage satisfied customers to leave reviews on platforms like Google, Yelp, and your website. Positive reviews build credibility and attract new buyers.

d. Clear Pricing: Be upfront about pricing, including any fees or additional costs. Avoid hidden charges to maintain trust with your customers.

Emphasize Customer Experience:

A positive customer experience can set your dealership apart from the competition. In 2024, prioritize these aspects of the car-buying journey:

a. Professional Staff: Ensure your sales and service teams are knowledgeable, courteous, and well-trained to provide excellent customer service.

b. Virtual Showrooms: Offer virtual showroom tours or 360-degree views of your used cars online, allowing customers to explore your inventory from the comfort of their homes.

c. Online Financing Options: Provide convenient online financing applications and approvals to streamline the purchase process.

d. Post-Sale Support: Offer post-sale services like maintenance packages, warranty extensions, and easy scheduling for vehicle servicing.

Leverage Emerging Technologies:

Innovations in technology continue to reshape the automotive industry. Stay ahead of the curve by adopting these technologies:

a. Augmented Reality (AR): Implement AR apps that allow customers to visualize how a used car would look in their driveway or garage.

b. Virtual Reality (VR): Create immersive virtual test drive experiences, enabling potential buyers to explore your inventory without visiting the dealership physically.

c. Chatbots and AI: Use AI-driven chatbots to answer customer inquiries and provide assistance 24/7 on your website and social media channels.

d. Electric and Hybrid Vehicles: As electric and hybrid vehicles gain popularity, consider expanding your used car inventory to include these eco-friendly options.

Sustainability Initiatives:

Sustainability is a growing concern for consumers in 2024. Consider implementing sustainability initiatives within your dealership, such as:

a. Eco-Friendly Practices: Reduce your dealership's carbon footprint through energy-efficient lighting, recycling programs, and eco-friendly building materials.

b. Green Vehicle Options: Promote fuel-efficient and low-emission used cars in your inventory.

c. Green Certifications: Obtain certifications or affiliations that demonstrate your commitment to sustainability, such as membership in the Green Dealership Program.

Conclusion:

To thrive in the dynamic used car market of 2024, car dealership marketing strategies must embrace digital transformation, data-driven marketing, transparency, and exceptional customer experiences. Leveraging emerging technologies and sustainability initiatives can set you apart from the competition and position your dealership for success in the years to come. By following this comprehensive marketing plan, you can navigate the challenges and seize the opportunities that lie ahead in the used car sales industry.

[modyjeep]

Finding the Best Jeep Dealer Near Me for My Next Vehicle

If you’re in the market for a new Jeep near me, one of the first things you’ll want to do is find a reputable Jeep dealer near me that can provide you with options to suit your needs and budget. But the question is, how will you select the best Jeep dealer near me? Here are a few practical tips:

Start by searching online for “Jeep dealer near me” and see what dealerships appear in your area. Pay attention to feedback and review of a specific Jeep dealer near me, and ratings to get a feel for the customer service and overall shopping experience at each dealer. You’ll also want to consider inventory – for example, a particular Jeep dealer near me may have more Jeep models and styles in stock for you to choose from.

When evaluating Jeep dealer near me, location is key. Look for a Jeep showroom near me, close enough that fits your lifestyle, whether you prefer a short drive for service appointments or want the convenience of shopping locally. The right Jeep dealer near you will have a competitive Jeep price near me without sacrificing quality service.

Visiting the Jeep showroom near me can also give you a good idea of what it would be like to shop there. The right Jeep dealer near me will leave you feeling comfortable.

Finding the best Jeep dealer near you takes some research, but it’s worth it. 

If You want knowledgeable sales staff to answer all your questions, competitive Jeep price near me, and an efficient service department for maintenance and repairs: Visit Mody Jeep Hyderabad, today!

[sellurcar]

How to Sell Your Car Quickly and Efficiently

As a car owner, you’ll likely need to sell your vehicle at some point. Whether it’s an older convertible you rarely use or the pickup truck you used to haul your tools, it could be time for a new ride. And while selling a vehicle can be a hassle, there are ways to make it quicker and easier for you.

Dealer easy process high price

Selling your car to a dealership can be the fastest and most convenient way to get rid of it. Especially during an inventory shortage and rising used-car prices, dealers are incentivized to make the process quick and efficient for you.

Before you head into a dealership, make sure your car is ready to be appraised (see more on prepping your car). It’s also helpful to bring any valuable accessories with you, such as extra key fobs. This will give you negotiating power as you negotiate with the buyer. It’s also wise to shop around for quotes. Different dealers have different market preferences, and the offer you receive one day might change dramatically the next.

Private seller quick sale

The best way to sell your car quickly depends on what is most important to you. If you want to get a top-dollar price, you might need to put some more work into your vehicle, such as cleaning it and having it mechanically inspected. Having your license plates and registration sticker removed is another good idea, as well as turning in any paperwork you might have from previous owners.

Contact SellUrCar.ca today to quickly sell your car in Toronto.

https://sellurcar.ca/

[leam1983]

On Eureka Moments

There is one tiny, tiny plus-side to insomnia: the epiphanies you get when you finally manage to catch a few winks.

So, I finish my shift, clock out, term out of my Linux resources and crash into bed before supper gets going. Sarah's not tired enough to join in, but Walt is definitely leaning on his concern for me and joins in. We spoon in the way I like and soon enough, even though it takes me a while, I'm gone. Poof.

It's not long, mind you - an hour and some change before we have to cook dinner - but it's enough to strip me of that sense of distance I mentioned, earlier. Dots start to connect, and what's really fucking weird for me is that I don't so much start dreaming as I'd say I sandboxed while asleep.

It felt a little like waking up without actually waking up. I was in the same posture I'd fallen asleep in, locked in thanks to Walt's body weight and aware of the fact that I was actually in REM sleep, but the room had this hyper-vivid texture that it only gets when my brain goes hog-wild at the end of an insomnia episode. I couldn't make out anything out of the noises coming from the living room, as speech and sound were as distorted as they usually are in my dreams. What still made sense, however, were my own thoughts.

This is a longboi, folks. Clicky if you dare.

I started going over the root causes of my insomnia, starting with the fact that I had to play IT Goon for six small dealerships staffed with reticent, tech-adverse fuddy duddies and dudebros who really just wanted something to run their CRM resources and the occasional instance of Google Chrome. I have to field everything from keyboards no longer working to printers going on the fritz to login credentials with big dealerships' own Finance portals no longer being valid - all of it while keeping an eye on our Linux-using Call Centre employees, listening in on calls, taking briefs from our Marketing department (basically one gal plus Walt) and occasionally physically schlepping campaign material - albeit with some help - because most manufacturers are a bit averse to the idea of dealerships passing resources around externally.

Simplified, that gives me two large task groups:

Network Admin

The Nuclear Football, as I call my laptop that's intermittently crammed with marketing-level campaign plans that dealerships treat like they're handing us a hydrogen bomb. That mostly involves carrying it to the dealerships involved, giving it network access, transferring the relevant files and walking the staff through their resources.

I only really administer the Call Center stuff, and anything Network Admin might be involved, it doesn't drive me as stir-crazy as reassuring a bunch of Boomers and non-tech-savvy Millennials that we do, indeed, have their parent company's provided resources on-hand.

That part, and everything related to their fucking PC installs, I could do remotely - either with Microsoft Azure or Windows Server Edition 20XX.

I'm sleeping on three of my most important certifications because the people I work for are too risk-averse to realize we could just drop everything on a remote server and walk them through everything with a video call or two. Everything short of physical hardware failure, I can handle or control using a Windows Server hub and the most wonderful tool known to man, which is known as the Fucking Group Policy Editor. Pair that with a few hires we keep in-house at each dealership, and I could set things up so I never need to leave my home office ever again.

Ever. Again.

No scheduling conflicts, no waffling about because my Paratransport ride is late, no depending on Walt or Sarah when the short bus isn't convenient or fast enough.

There's just one hitch - money. I can set up a would-be master server and rope every single of our dealerships and every single of their PC installs under a single server's wing within a week or two, give or take a few days for unplanned events. Even simpler, I could do the same with Azure. Option 1 requires a wee bit more cash on the Infrastructure part but could mostly be one-and-done if we're willing to be smart about it, Option 2 requires tossing money at Microsoft on a monthly basis, at no extra power cost or space management worries for us.

Then, there's the unavoidable warts and blemishes. I'd need to image everyone's workstations across our dealerships, format their entire fleet and then rebuild everything using these images and WSE's Deployment Tools. I can't do this on weekdays, these guys have promos to run - and there's weekends where I can't do it either. Our Mercedes joint is expecting visitors by Canada Day, for instance. It's time-consuming, I'd need to plan it out with them and any time I spend setting up someone's server-based clone of their previous Windows install is time I can't spend doing anything else.

Ergo, that needs to happen during a massive holiday. The only one that fits the bill is Christmas.

Then, there's the fact that I need some leeway now. I need to go back to a decent sleep schedule starting yesterday. I can't just hold on, grit my teeth and expect to hold on for six months of this; I'll keel over before Halloween if nothing changes.

But, the fun thing with luxury dealerships is that they tend to give themselves off-weeks when sales ramp down seasonally. That includes mid-July.

I wake up with a start and, barely lucid, ring up our Mercedes and Audi clients. Confirmed: they're aiming for a ramp-down of their operations in mid-July. I briefly expose my plans, set up a Web meeting, and spend the last twenty minutes of what should've been my nap explaining to two befuddled Sales Directors that I'm about to propose gaining complete control over their infrastructure, with the included benefit of a drag-and-drop common directory where I'd simply organize promo materials as we obtain them. I could even use it to deliver patches that come to us in binaries, as a few do apply. Their on-site guys could handle printer clogs or dying USB ports, I'd take care of and automate most of everything that's software-based.

And, what I didn't tell them, is that I'd even be able to finally restrict Sales reps from unnecessary account privileges, which could make the occasional case of disciplinary action even more occasional. You can't loaf around at work watching PornHub on the job if there's a rule in place that specifically includes it in a list of banned addresses and IP ranges...

I know how it sounds - it's basic fucking barebones IT stuff, it's the fucking bedrock of Network Admin, maybe one or two rungs above CompTIA resources - but you'd be surprised at how many dealerships have exactly zero administration. They don't see the need; they're car guys with maybe one or two Web apps of choice, if any! As to why I didn't think of it earlier, it's mostly because it's not technically my job. Walt, Sarah and I distribute and manage promotional material and help dealerships to keep up with user retention and analytics. We do everything a Sales Director should do, except most Sales Directors are usually tied up with their local Karens complaining about the Service department's mechanics.

So what if we gave them an infrastructure? What if we air-gapped it, made it easily reproducible and deployable, and made it so working with us only means looking at a slightly different Windows login screen, before starting your workday?

If this works, we'll expand our services and solve most of my problems. Salesguy McGee's computer ain't worth shit? No prob, just clone his install, nuke the base, reinstall from the clone and spend a few minutes mothering it to make sure you haven't imported previously-observed bugs.

I mentioned Azure, but I know our guys won't want to contribute to a cloud budget. Again, they're tech-averse and think using the cloud means you're at the mercy of a Redmond or Seattle-based server outage. Psychologically, they'll want the comfort of their own spinning rust and SSDs. If I've got that WSE server I mentioned, it's no skin off my teeth.

So, while Walt was trying to follow along, I tried for my most diplomatic cough imaginable.

"I'd, uh, need another 20K for our IT budget. Six of 'em would go for a WSL license, the rest would go for maybe two extra 2U units over at the office."

I thought Walt would protest, but he just gave me a level look. "Will that help you sleep?"

I shrugged. "At the end of a somewhat lengthy process, sure. Relief's going to count for something, though, and I'm pretty much guaranteed to sleep like a baby tonight if you approve."

Boss Walt reacted first, by giving me a shoulder clasp. "Purchase approved. You've got our card, make it happen starting Monday."

Then followed Boyfriend Walt, who pulled me into a hug. "You're going to have to walk me through this, though - this is black magic to me."

Sarah, who'd caught wind of my WSE for Dummies talk, stopped by before heading into the kitchen. "He means he wants to be Emperor Palpatine, hon," she joked. "Ultimate power, Force lightning, no idiots being so much as able to install unsigned software on their machines, lockable USB ports - the works. You're the only one who'd need to keep visiting our guys in-person. The real challenge is going to involve letting a bunch of unaffiliated dealerships share the same basic server architecture, and even that's not too complicated."

I parted with a frayed, and possibly half-mad little laugh. "Holy shit, I'm gonna sleep tonight!"

Sometimes, one of the perks of insomnia is being able to take a few steps away from your professional bugbears and your clients' weirdo and inefficient methodology - and remembering the skillsets you actually paid for.

[intonightcity]

tws: death mention

ALEJANDRO SILVA age 41    height 5'10    face Diego Luna shipping: selective

About

Alejandro Silva is a businessman on the surface. In classic suits and a charismatic personality he appears to be like any wealthy man who made his climb on the heels of a family chain in automotive imports. His father was the head of a family owned dealership called The Coast, a throwback to the coast of Mexico where he was born. Alejandro has been head of this organization since his father’s passing. The Coast is a hot commodity in Night City offering the hottest and most sought after luxury vehicles for top buyers. Along with affordable vehicles for everyday people thriving in Night City. They also have a trade in exports/imports with overseas partners. Some of those cars are not exactly legal and the obvious underground market is a thing that he dabbles in the form of marketable street racing. Beneath the reputable business is the underlying criminality of Alejandro Silva’s name and reputation. A man who is seen as not someone to cross in this city. However he is an asset to have on your side if nothing else IF you can manage it. A suave criminal king pin with a penchant for being level head under pressure, Alejandro has a code he stands by. The regular people of the city are those he wants his organization to leave alone. The same cannot be said of his enemies.

Alejandro Roberto Silva

Al, Andro

Nov. 20

Scorpio

He/Him

Male

Bicurious

Dark Brown

Dark Brown Eyes

5'10"

Alejandro is an extrovert with an ease in organization and business ; ENTJ describes his type. He follows a temperament in the category of Phlegmatic, and favors loyalty above all else.

ENTJ

Phlegmatic

Wrath

Diligence

Water Elemental

Ambitious

Loyal

Merciless

Unforgiving

Connections

Alejandro’s family roots go back to Mexico, of course where his father first branded his idea for The Coast. His family came to America and that is where his ideas took off. Today his father is unfortunately deceased, having suffered a heart attack when Alejandro was around 19 years old. His mother is still alive but not living in Night City. Family is a big deal for him but he has no children currently. He did take a young Ava Mendoza ( @ixonmaiden ) under his wing and has become an older brother to her over the years. His families connections with hers run deep, especially following the murder of her father Henry Mendoza.

Relationships may be a bit complicated. The man has been married twice. His first wife separated from him once she discovered his criminal activity. She realized The Coast was a front and not only filed for divorce but a restraining order against him. This definitely became a tumultuous divorce proceeding. He felt betrayed and  that hurt him quite a lot. Currently he is married to a younger woman, a model for Glam Shell, Giselle Steele. However this is a canon that can be overlooked for potential shipping. Yet that will be selective and plotted if so. He is not closed to shipping though.