Automotive Advertising: Digital Advertising for Independent Dealers – Part Two

In today’s digital landscape, independent auto dealers face unique challenges when competing with larger franchises. However, with the right approach to video and social media marketing, even dealerships with limited budgets can make a significant impact. This article will guide you through cost-effective strategies to boost your online presence and attract potential customers. The Power of Video Marketing Video…

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DMV Dealer Services Weekly Report

This report shows the status of transaction processing by Oregon DMV Dealer Services. Oregon DMV Dealer Services distributes this Weekly Processing Report each week. We hope you find this information helpful.  Please review the attached Oregon Dealer Services Weekly Report 7_15_24.pdf Thank you, DMV Oregon Dealer Services 503-945-5479 DMVDealerServices@odot.oregon.gov

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Automotive Advertising: Digital Advertising for Independent Dealers – Part One

Every single year franchise automotive dealers (not including independents) spend billions of dollars a year on advertising. According to NADA last year new car dealers spent 8.9 billion dollars on advertising. This is a combination of both digital marketing (Google, Meta, Video ads, etc.) and traditional advertising (newspaper, TV, mail, etc.). Disclaimer: We do not endorse or otherwise support…

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OVDA Quarterly Update

Form Update Form: 735-271 – Abandoned Vehicle CertificateLink: https://www.oregon.gov/odot/Forms/DMV/271fill.pdf Form was updated March 1, 2024, all tows prior to March 1 can use previous version of form. However, all tows after March 1 must use the updated form. Please plan accordingly to ensure that you are within compliance with this update and requirements. Decline in Transporter Renewals Business Licensing…

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The CARLAWYER©

By Eric L. Johnson Here’s our monthly article on selected legal developments we think might interest the auto sales, finance, and leasing world. This month, the developments involve the U.S. Department of Justice, Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), and Federal Trade Commission (FTC). As usual, our article features the “Case(s) of the Month” and our “Compliance Tip.” Note that…

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DMV Dealer Services Weekly Report

ODOT DMV Oregon Dealer Services

This report shows the status of transaction processing by Oregon DMV Dealer Services. Oregon DMV Dealer Services distributes this Weekly Processing Report each week. We hope you find this information helpful.  Please review the Oregon Dealer Services Weekly Report 5_28_24.pdf Thank you, DMV Oregon Dealer Services 503-945-5479 DMVDealerServices@odot.oregon.gov

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CCD’s 2023 Customer Satisfaction Survey

Commerce and Compliance Division’s 2023 Customer Satisfaction Survey is now open. Commerce and Compliance Division (CCD) staff and management monitor several performance measures, adjusting programs and processes as needed to ensure we are meeting agency and division goals. Our Customer Satisfaction Survey asks customers to tell us how we are doing and where we can improve. The survey will take anywhere…

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