03/21/2023
(MediaPost) BMW Dealers Learn Best Practices For TikTok, Instagram
By Tanya Gazdik
A social media playbook is being distributed to more than 100 BMW dealerships, offering expert tips on how dealerships can grow their digital presence.
Developed by Space Auto, the BMW Dealership Social Media Playbook includes steps for using TikTok and Instagram to drive vehicle sales. It includes recommendations on lighting, production, and copywriting, and tips on tracking social media success.
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