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AI & Automotive Marketing

Practical guides for car dealers, Turo hosts, and rental fleet operators who want more leads from video.

DEALER DATA REPORT June 2026 · 8 min read

The 2026 Car Dealer Report: What's Quietly Killing Your Margins

Used margins are down to 1–3%. We pulled the industry data on where the money leaks — aged inventory at ~$35/day, a $250 cost-per-lead, shrinking supply — and what the numbers say actually fixes it.

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5 Ways AI Is Changing Car Dealer Marketing in 2026
DEALER MARKETING 8 min

5 Ways AI Is Changing Car Dealer Marketing in 2026

From AI-generated listing videos to automated social content, the tools reshaping how independent dealers attract buyers.

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Where to Sell a Car Online: 9 Best Places (2026)
SELLING GUIDE 9 min

Where to Sell a Car Online: 9 Best Places (2026)

Facebook Marketplace, Cars.com, Autotrader, CarGurus and more — compared by reach, cost, and who each one is best for.

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How to Get More Turo Bookings with Video Content
RENTAL FLEETS 6 min

How to Get More Turo Bookings with Video Content

Turo hosts with video content in their social presence see significantly higher booking rates. Here's the exact playbook.

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Why Your Car Listings Need Video
DEALER MARKETING 5 min

Why Your Car Listings Need Video (And How to Add One in 5 Minutes)

Still posting photos only? Here's the data on what you're leaving on the table — and the fastest way to fix it.

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The Indie Dealer's Guide to Social Media Video in 2026
DEALER MARKETING 7 min

The Indie Dealer's Guide to Social Media Video in 2026

Which platforms actually move cars, what to post, and how to build a content rhythm without a marketing team.

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AI Voiceover for Car Ads: What It Is and Why It Works
AI TOOLS 5 min

AI Voiceover for Car Ads: What It Is and Why It Works

Professional narration used to cost hundreds of dollars per video. AI has changed that. Here's how it works and what to expect.

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Best AI Tools for Car Dealers in 2026
AI TOOLS 7 min

Best AI Tools for Car Dealers in 2026

A practical breakdown of the AI categories making a real difference on dealer lots — and what to look for in each one.

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What Makes a Great Car Listing Video?
DEALER MARKETING 6 min

What Makes a Great Car Listing Video?

The difference between a video that generates 20 inquiries and one that gets ignored comes down to a handful of specific decisions.

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