Social media used to be a novelty for a dealership. They would set up a Facebook page and maybe post up a few pictures. If they had a video camera, they might post the occasional video from the dealership.

Nowadays, social media is no longer a novelty; it is a necessity. Without it, dealerships will be left in the dust, and if they don’t use it properly, they will get more Facebook “likes” than sales.

Joe Mescher of Dealer.com called dealership engagement on social networks like Facebook “an opportunity that is precious and easily fumbled.” It takes more today to impress the online community. Not only do you need a Facebook page, you also need a Google business listing, online reviews, a blog with original content, and active YouTube and Twitter accounts. Customers need to be able to feel comfortable with your dealership based on the information they find online.

Social media engagement is a full-time job, and that is why Special Finance Group is the perfect partner for any dealership. Their SEO/ORM team knows how to engage interested consumers, create and maintain a positive online presence, and translate online marketing into sales. Special Finance Group’s Complete Special Finance Solution is a necessity for every dealership ready to make use of today’s online marketing tools.

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