2010 Ward’s e-Dealer 100

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Big-Town Dealerships Tend To ‘Get’ Internet Better
Mar 29, 2010 8:01 AM, WardsAuto.com, By Steve Finlay
The technology helps a lot ,but there’s plenty of work left over for people to do.

‘One-Stop’ Dave Smith Motors Stays High on 100 List
Mar 29, 2010 8:00 AM, WardsAuto.com, By Mac Gordon
The dealership found its long-time system tailor-made for the Internet.

Internet Director’s Opinion: Metrics Show Our Shortcomings
Mar 29, 2010 8:00 AM, WardsAuto.com, By Keith Shetterly
The challenge for us is to use the Internet and all the tools in that big box to forge a marketing and sales chain with strong links.

Skeptics Aside, Social Media ‘Here to Stay’
Mar 29, 2010 8:00 AM, WardsAuto.com, By Steve Finlay
A study says dealerships are pursuing social-media strategies although some dealers are not sold on the idea.

Preparing for Young Buyers Who Grew Up With Internet
Mar 29, 2010 8:00 AM, WardsAuto.com, By Mac Gordon
Repeat business is crucial to any dealership, and the Internet has helped there, says Atlanta dealership group’s Internet director.

Germain Group Sets Sights on 50% Internet Closing Rate
Mar 29, 2010 8:00 AM, WardsAuto.com, By Mac Gordon
The dealer principals, brothers Steve and Rick Germain, have given the Internet side of the business growing support.

Internet Aids Simmons Rockwell Group’s 1-Price Selling
Mar 29, 2010 8:00 AM, WardsAuto.com, By Mac Gordon
Members of the dealership’s Internet department team are often among top sales people honored each year for their work.

Online Sales Director Recalls When Internet Follow-Ups Were Brochures
Mar 29, 2010 8:00 AM, WardsAuto.com, By Mac Gordon
“We insist on instant follow-up 24-7,” says dealership group Internet director Dan Boismier.

Should Internet Departments Remain Separate Operations?
Mar 18, 2010 9:24 AM, WardsAuto.com, By Steve Finlay
Dedicated Internet departments haven’t outlived their usefulness – yet, says John Holt, CEO of Cobalt Group Inc.

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