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NORTHWEST INDIANA FORD DEALER LINKS UP WITH DEALER HD

Erin O'Connor — Thu, 01 Jul 2010 22:02:02 +0000

(FRANKFORT, Ill.) – July 1, 2010 – Dealer HD is pleased to welcome Northwest Indiana Ford Dealer, Paul Heuring Ford in Hobart, Indiana to their nationwide automotive client network with the launch of their dealership website. Paul Heuring and Dealer HD are working together to build and aid the growth of their online presence as your Northwest Indiana Ford Dealer.

Taking advantage of all the resources Dealer HD offers, Paul Heuring’s new website is easy to use and provides the complete automotive shopping experience at your convenience. With tools such as CarBuilder, CarFinder, written and video reviews and the ability to chat live with a Paul Heuring sales representative, you will find all you need on the new Dealer HD website while making your next Ford purchase.

“I’m excited to welcome Paul Heuring Ford to our digital family. With the latest Ford products and technology services, Paul Heuring will be able to provide all automotive services and information at the touch of a button 24 hours a day,” said Steve Sirt, Dealer HD Account Executive for the Paul Heuring Ford account. “Good luck and good selling to Paul Heuring Ford and their staff.”

Paul Heuring Ford has been serving the greater Northwest Indiana area with integrity and honesty since 1944. They joined the Dealer HD digital family at the start of July 2010 with their new website: heuringford.com.

For any press inquiries, contact Erin O’Connor at 815.469.4555 x2439 or via email at erin@dealerhd.com.

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Dealer HD is an Automotive Website and Solutions Provider serving clients Nationwide. Located in the southern suburbs of Chicago, the Dealer HD team has over 100 years of combined automotive experience. Dealer HD provides customizable dealer web sites with a comprehensive admin tool that collects dealer leads, allows the quick and easy editing of website content, inventory modification and more. Dealer HD makes sure your dealer website is ready for mobile applications, social networking, and all future web innovations.

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BOLINGBROOK MOTORS OPENS AND CHOOSES DHD FOR WEBSITE NEEDS

Erin O'Connor — Thu, 24 Jun 2010 21:46:21 +0000

(FRANKFORT, Ill.) – June 24, 2010 – Dealer HD welcomed the brand new used car center Bolingbrook Motors to their nationwide client network this month with the launch of BolingbrookMotors.com.

Based in Bolingbrook and serving the surrounding towns of Romeoville, Joliet, Naperville and Shorewood, Bolingbrook Motors is taking advantage of Dealer HD’s Elite hosting package. Dealer HD provides dealerships with the resources and shopping tools customers prefer when searching for a vehicle online.

“We’re looking forward to working with Bolingbrook Motors and helping their online presence grow as their dealership gets established as a used car leader in the area,” said Justin Duff, Vice President of Sales at Dealer HD.

Bolingbrook Motors offers a large selection of used and certified pre-owned vehicles and financing options right on the lot. Bolingbrook Motors joined Dealer HD and launched BolingbrookMotors.com earlier this month.

For any press inquiries, contact Erin O’Connor at 815.469.4555 x2439 or via email at erin@dealerhd.com.

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MONEE MITSUBISHI DEALERSHIP JOINS DEALER HD TEAM

Erin O'Connor — Thu, 24 Jun 2010 20:33:13 +0000

(FRANKFORT, Ill.) – June 24, 2010 – Dealer HD welcomes the Midwest’s number one Mitsubishi dealership, South Suburban Mitsubishi in Monee, Illinois to their nationwide clientele. Their website, launched in December of 2009, is comprised of a marketing strategy that ties in their web, print, and broadcast media. South Suburban Mitsubishi and the Dealer HD development team worked hard to create a customized site to best fit the needs of the Monee Mitsubishi dealership.

South Suburban Mitsubishi is dedicated to providing their customers with as much information as possible on their website 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. With their new Dealer HD website customers have access to apply for financing, schedule a service appointment, view their vehicle history, and even chat live with a South Suburban Mitsubishi sales consultant. The Monee dealership has also recently added texting to their site, which consists of a Mobile VIP Club, as well as unique vehicle IDs for each vehicle in their inventory, allowing customers to have specific vehicle information in the palm of their hand.

“Working with South Suburban Mitsubishi for the past six months has been fantastic,” said Dealer HD Account Executive, Steve Sirt, “We have been working with South Suburban Mitsubishi to grow their web traffic, and ultimately done just that with their dealership now the #3 retail sales leader in the nation.”

South Suburban Mitsubishi in Monee, Illinois has a wide selection of new and pre-owned Mitsubishis, and serves the Chicago and South Suburbs. They joined the Dealer HD team in December of 2009 with their site: SouthSuburbanMitsubishi.com, after building and maintaining their own website internally.

For any press inquiries, contact Erin O’Connor at 815.469.4555 x2439 or via email at erin@dealerhd.com

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MCCARTHY FORD OF CHICAGO LAUNCHES WITH DEALER HD

Erin O'Connor — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 21:38:55 +0000

(Frankfort, Ill.) – June 23, 2010 – Dealer HD is pleased to welcome the Chicagoland Ford Dealer, McCarthy Ford in Chicago, Illinois to their nationwide client network with the launch of their website in late May. McCarthy Ford and Dealer HD are working together to create a unique online presence for the Chicago based dealership.

Utilizing an easy-to-navigate Dealer HD website McCarthy Ford has chosen to provide the ultimate in online car shopping to its customers. In addition to the services provided to potential car owners, McCarthy will benefit from analytics reports and Live View website tracking and reporting provided by Dealer HD.

“I’m very excited to be working with McCarthy Ford, a leading Chicago Ford Dealer. They have made the switch to Dealer HD to enhance their digital marketing and increase their Internet presence. We look forward to a long and mutual business partnership,” said Justin Duff, Vice President of Sales at Dealer HD.

McCarthy Ford has been Ford Motor Company’s #1 New Volume Dealer in Chicago six years in a row. They joined the Dealer HD team in May 2010 with their site: mccarthyfordinc.com.

For any press inquiries, contact Erin O’Connor at 815.469.4555 x2439 or via email at erin@dealerhd.com.

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SHAFFER CARS IN MERRILLVILLE INDIANA LIVE WITH DEALER HD

Erin O'Connor — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 20:13:59 +0000

(Frankfort, Ill.) – June 23, 2010 – Dealer HD is pleased to welcome the Northwest Indiana-based Shaffer Auto Group from Merrillville Indiana to their nationwide client network with the launch of their websites this April. Shaffer has worked diligently with Dealer HD to create not only websites but an entire Internet Marketing Strategy suited to their needs and has recently upgraded their website package with Dealer HD.

With Dealer HD dealer websites and Internet marketing, Shaffer is providing the ultimate in online shopping experiences for customers. Giving customers access to features like Car Finder, Live Chat and Vehicle History Shaffer has enabled customers to reach them at any time. Shaffer in Merrillville has two new vehicle franchises: Hyundai and Mitsubishi and along with other Dealer HD clients, they benefit from free Dealer HD quarterly site updates and one, dedicated account manager for their account.

“We were pleased to start working with Shaffer back in April,” said Vice President of Sales at Dealer HD, Justin Duff, “We’ve been able to grow their online presence and now that they’ve signed on with our Elite package I can only imagine the results.

Shaffer Auto in Merrillville, Indiana represents two new car franchises: Hyundai and Mitsubishi and serves Chicagoland as well as northwest Indiana. They joined the Dealer HD team in April 2010 with sites: ShafferCars.com, ShafferHyundai.com and ShafferMitsubishi.com, moving from competing provider Dealer.com.

For any press inquiries, contact Erin O’Connor at 815.469.4555 x2439 or via email at erin@dealerhd.com.

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SCHEPEL IN MERRILLVILLE INDIANA MOVES TO DEALER HD

Erin O'Connor — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 17:31:27 +0000

(Frankfort, Ill.) – June 22, 2010 – Dealer HD is pleased to welcome the Northwest Indiana-based Schepel Dealership Group from Merrillville Indiana to their nationwide client list with the launch of their websites in May. Schepel worked closely with Dealer HD to develop the look and feel for the Schepel brand during the set-up and launch of their new websites. The Merrillville based group is utilizing Dealer HD’s advanced websites, video reviews, automatic manufacturer incentives and live chat services.

With Dealer HD dealer websites Schepel is providing customers access to features to help their search for the perfect vehicle. Features include Car Builder HD, full-motion video reviews, Vehicle History, automated rebates & incentives, Car Finder HD and Live Chat. Schepel in Merrillville, along with all other Dealer HD clients, will also benefit from Dealer HD services such as quarterly site updates and one, dedicated account manager for their account.

“Schepel has been the largest volume Buick and GMC dealer in all of Chicagoland for nearly 20 years in a row and Schepel Cadillac is #1 in Northwest Indiana. For over 40 years, The Schepel Brand has been a symbol of doing things the right way,” said Mike Battistoni, Senior Sales Executive at Dealer HD. “All of us here at DealerHD are proud that the Schepel Organization has chosen us as a valued business partner.”

Schepel Auto in Merrillville, Indiana represents four GM Franchises: Buick, GMC, Cadillac and Hummer and serves the Greater Chicagoland Area as well as northwest Indiana. They joined the Dealer HD team in May 2010 with sites: Schepel.com, SchepelBuickPontiactGMC.com and SchepelCadillac.com, moving from competing provider Dealer E Process.

For any press inquiries, contact Erin O’Connor at 815.469.4555 x2439 or via email at erin@dealerhd.com.

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Paul Sur Buick GMC Moves to Dealer HD

lindsaytully — Wed, 21 Apr 2010 14:31:14 +0000

(Frankfort, Ill.) – April 21, 2010 – Dealer HD is pleased to welcome the Valparaiso-based dealership, Paul Sur Buick GMC, to their nationwide client list with the launch of their website this month (PaulSurBuickGMC.com). Paul Sur is starting their relationship with Dealer HD’s advanced websites, video reviews, automatic manufacturer incentives and live chat services.

With Dealer HD dealer websites, customers have access to features that assist in their online automotive shopping experience. Some include Car Builder HD, full-motion video reviews, Vehicle History, automated rebates & incentives, Car Finder HD and Live Chat. Paul Sur Buick GMC in Valparaiso, Indiana, along with all other Dealer HD clients, will also benefit from Dealer HD services such as quarterly site updates and one, dedicated account manager for their account.

“It has been a pleasure doing business with Paul Sur,” said Justin Duff, Dealer HD Vice President of Sales. “Their team really understands the importance of the dealer website and its contribution to their dealership success. With their new website, live chat and other features, we believe they have great potential to expand their business and client base throughout the Valparaiso and surrounding Indiana communities.”

The Paul Sur dealership in Valparaiso, Indiana, represents the Buick, GMC and Pontiac brands. They joined the Dealer HD team on April 5, 2010.

For any press inquiries, contact Lindsay Tully at 815.469.4555 x2433 or via email at Lindsay@dealerhd.com.

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CORNERSTONE AUTO RESOURCES OF ELK RIVER MOVES TO DEALER HD

Erin O'Connor — Tue, 06 Apr 2010 16:45:52 +0000

(Frankfort, Ill.) – April 6, 2010 – Dealer HD is pleased to welcome the Minnesota-based Cornerstone Auto Resources dealership from Elk River to their nationwide client list with the launch of their website this week (ElkRiverCars.com). Cornerstone is starting their relationship with Dealer HD’s advanced websites, video reviews, automatic manufacturer incentives and live chat services.

With Dealer HD dealer websites, customers have access to features that assist in their online automotive shopping experience. Some include Car Builder HD, full-motion video reviews, Vehicle History, automated rebates & incentives, Car Finder HD and Live Chat. Cornerstone Auto Resources in Elk River, along with all other Dealer HD clients, will also benefit from Dealer HD services such as quarterly site updates and one, dedicated account manager for their account.

“Working with Travis, Jaime and the crew in Elk River has been fantastic. They truly understand the importance of the Internet and its role in selling cars,” said Justin Duff, Dealer HD Vice President of Sales. “Our time together has been all about building a successful partnership, not a business transaction. I look forward to helping them grow their dealership. It has definitely been successful for both Dealer HD and Cornerstone.”

Cornerstone Auto Resources represents seven brands: Ford, Mercury, Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Kia and Mahindra in Elk River, Minnesota. They joined the Dealer HD on March 31, 2010.

For any press inquiries, contact Erin O’Connor at 815.469.4555 x2439 or via email at erin@dealerhd.com.

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Dealer HD Enhances autoTweet Capabilities

Erin O'Connor — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 21:17:35 +0000

(FRANKFORT, Ill.) – February 26, 2010 – Dealer HD enhanced its existing autoTweet capabilities in the 1.13 service update allowing for the use of custom timing on inventory tweets.

Dealer HD has been diligently building on its integration with Twitter. The starting point with Twitter came with DHD’s introduction of autoTweet in the 1.11 service update (June 2009). Using autoTweet, dealers were able to connect the RIMS Admin inventory to their Twitter accounts and tweet fresh vehicles in inventory daily. In the 1.12 service update (September 2009) the Twitter interface was integrated into the RIMS Admin – allowing dealers one login to manage their website and Twitter account. In its latest update, 1.13, Dealer HD revisited its original autoTweet feature and added automation spanned across time.

“Tweeting your newly arrived inventory is a great addition to your twitter stream and we wanted to make it feel less automated. AutoTweet now sends your newly arrived inventory throughout the day between your dealerships tweets – enhancing your timeline and making everything seem more natural,“ said Bruce Etzcorn, Director of Product Development at Dealer HD.

Dealer HD’s 1.13 service update focused on SEO improvement and Dealership communication capabilities. For more information on autoTweet and Dealer HD’s Automotive Website services visit dealerhd.com

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Dealer HD Strengthens Offerings with Texting

Erin O'Connor — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 21:34:45 +0000

(FRANKFORT, Ill.) – February 23, 2010 – Dealer HD is now offering a Dealer texting program that allows dealers to provide vehicle information, promotional and service updates directly to customer’s mobile phones.

The Dealer HD 1.13 service update included website features like Pretty URLs and products like the Lead Central ILM, Dealer HD’s texting program is yet another strong addition from the quarterly update.

The texting platform is versatile and unique to Dealer HD. One of its differentiators is that Dealer HD allows customers to get information on every vehicle on the dealer’s lot. Texting an assigned number will text back Year/Make/Model, mileage, body, engine information and dealer notes, as well as a link directly to the vehicle where customers can view photos and schedule a test drive. The platform is not limited to just vehicle texting – it has promotional and service capabilities as well. Text-to-win contests and service coupons or notifications can also easily be set-up using the Texting admin.

“Having your inventory text-ready allows your dealership to send vehicle details to customers instantly – while they’re interested and on a platform they prefer,” says Bruce Etzcorn, Director of Product Development at Dealer HD. “With text messaging use rising year after year, you cannot ignore SMS as a valid communication channel any longer.”

Dealer HD’s 1.13 service update focused on SEO improvement and Dealership communication capabilities. For more information on the texting and Dealer HD’s Automotive Website services visit dealerhd.com

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