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Automated Incentives
By Dave Hanson - VP Interactive & Creative Services
Posted on September 22, 2009 at 11:21 am

We recently launched a remarkable new product that automatically keeps your website up-to-date with the latest new vehicle rebates and incentives from the manufacturer.

Check out my quick video demo….

Download PDF: eCarList Automated Incentives

Real-time rebate and incentive data automatically matched to your website inventory.

  • eCarList automatically updates your website with comprehensive incentive information tied to specific vehicles in your inventory.
  • Display all programs available in your region within hours of release by the manufacturer.
  • Instantly upgrade your website content to correspond with manufacturer advertising.
  • Incentive information is displayed directly on your inventory and vehicle pages without frame-ins or pop ups.

The First 90 Days
By Dave Hanson - VP Interactive & Creative Services
Posted on June 24, 2009 at 9:49 am

I joined eCarList nearly three months ago and have yet to write a single blog post — a fact that our president reminds me of frequently.  So, here goes.

First, some background: I came to eCarList because I saw an amazing opportunity to transform the way the automotive industry markets itself online starting at the local dealer level.  The internet has matured greatly over the past 10 years, but quite frankly, car dealers have lagged behind.  There are a handful of companies that build websites for the industry and I think most are doing their clients a disservice.

I have directly been a part of the web transformation, having worked at internet giant Yahoo! since 1999.  My experiences in marketing, branding, website usability, and online consumer behavior have shaped the way I think about selling cars and promoting dealerships online.

eCarList is a rare find in the automotive space; it’s a company that gets it.  I am fortunate to now lead such a remarkable team of talented designers, front end engineers, and project managers.  They understand the automotive market, yet are light-years ahead of what the industry is accustomed to. (more…)