PHONE: 877-334-9638 WWW.DEALERIMPACT.COM    systems    pricing    press room    contact info Chris Ried The Yankees aren't the only team bolstering its lineup. We've added an All-Star to our team in Christopher Ried. Ried is the founder and former president of I-Publishers, a competitor of Dealer Impact, whose experience will fortify our training and customer support programs. Chris is known and respected throughout the industry and has spoken at NADA and lectured to various 20 Groups. "Having competed against Dealer Impact for the last five years, I'm excited to join the company and look forward to contributing my expertise," said Ried. "Hopefully, this will be a home run for our clients and future clients." Ried has a wealth of experience in developing successful Internet marketing and training solutions for automobile dealerships and assisting them with increasing their Internet sales. "This is exciting for Dealer Impact because of the talent that Chris brings to the table," said Brian Cox, president of Dealer Impact Systems. "Training and support have always been a major focus for our company. Adding Chris's experience and knowledge will lead to even more successful training and support programs for our clients." 2003 was a year of record growth for Dealer Impact and we’re on track for another great year. We’re going 100 miles an hour at the moment and attempting to avoid the usual growing pains of a successful company. Often, it is customer service that is the first thing to be neglected as a company grows. Well, this growing company is adding an internal solution to keep our ship, and yours, sailing smoothly. It’s called Helpdesk, and it will improve our efficiency and customer support. It streamlines our internal processes and communication, keeping projects on time and customers happy. Customer service cannot be sacrificed in the name of growth.
		We told you about Build Your Car - Make An Offer in last month's newsletter. Hot off the presses this month-see it working for dealerships like Champion Superstore, Jack Miller Jeep and Kia, Lujacks Auto Plaza and Suntrup Buick Pontiac GMC, among others. It's part of the evolution of dealership web systems as they become more interactive and dynamic and generate more qualified leads. Give us a call to set up your system with the newest program that's burning up our servers. Automakers are steering their products into more TV shows, films By Julie Hinds Detroit Free Press Cars are stars, as everyone in Detroit already knows. But when it comes to product placement in television and movies, automobiles are playing a bigger role than ever before. On a recent episode of ABC's "Alias," a chase scene practically screeched to a halt as the camera zoomed in on a Ford F150 logo. On NBC's "The Apprentice," a Chrysler vehicle will play a role in one of the final tasks assigned to the show's contestants. It's all about weaving products into entertainment in ways other than traditional commercials. Sometimes, it's even about making your car a lead character. General Motors is teaming up with USA Network on a TV movie inspired by the Pontiac GTO.     more >		Olathe Toyota is a longtime Dealer Impact Systems customer now sporting a new design. A "Lifetime Tires" program is highlighted and a lead generator offers visitors a savings incentive to purchase their next vehicle there. www.olathetoyota.com If you thought an H2 was impressive, wait till you see Weil Hummer's new web site. 3D spins and a thunderous sound introduce you to these unique SUV's on a unique site. www.weilhummer.com Here's a starting lineup ready for the first pitch__the nine lines of Thomas Auto Group. The Illinois-based auto group maximizes the power of its brand on a site that links to the individual lines of the dealership. www.thomasautogroup.com
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