Questions
Common questions
Which channels work best for automotive?
Search and marketplace listings for high intent, Instagram and YouTube for model content and reviews, Google Business Profile for the dealership, and email for the service and renewal cycle.
What content actually converts in this sector?
Walkarounds, comparison content, finance explanation in plain language, and service and ownership content that keeps the relationship alive between purchases.
What are the regulatory risks?
Finance advertising is regulated and representative examples are usually mandatory. Emissions and efficiency claims are strictly governed. Price advertising must include the required fees.
What should we be measuring?
Test drives booked, enquiry-to-sale rate and aftersales retention.
Where would you start with a automotive client?
I start with aftersales rather than new sales, because service and parts is where dealer profitability concentrates and it is almost always the least-marketed part of the business.