Christina Vess, Author at Dealer Rise

The Hyundai Elantra takes a Page from Kia

April 21, 2019 by Christina Vess

There has been a difference in the powertrains offered by Kia and Hyundai even though the two companies share much of their technology and qualities.
The Kia Forte received a CVT automatic a few years ago and the Hyundai Elantra continues to use a traditional torque converter and automatic transmission. Now, it appears the Elantra will receive the CVT for the 2020 model year to give you the drive you’re looking for and a boost in what you want when you choose a vehicle at this level of the market for your drive.

Supercars that Let You put the Top Down (Part 2)

April 16, 2019 by Christina Vess

Supercars that Let You put the Top Down Part 1

Can you imagine the drive you’ll have if you find a sunny day, an open road, and some beautiful scenery to enjoy? Now imagine that ride in a supercar that’s built to handle every road with ease while being open to the air with a convertible top that you can put down as you enjoy the drive. If this sounds like the ride you want to take, you might want to consider some of these cars that are the most incredible convertible supercars that have been built to make sure you can enjoy a fantastic ride to wherever you want to go.

The SUVs that Will Keep Your Family Safe

February 6, 2019 by Christina Vess

With two different organizations testing every vehicle on the market to figure out which ones are the safest compared to the rest, it can be difficult to know which vehicle you should choose. If you’re looking for safe SUVs that you want to drive, you’ll want to take a look at the models on this list. Every vehicle on this list has received the highest ratings from both the NHTSA and the IIHS to give you the features and qualities you can feel confident in so that you can enjoy having a safe vehicle to drive.

Image Size Guide for Automotive Digital Marketing

January 28, 2019 by Christina Vess

Why Correct Image Sizing Matters

Sharing images to your dealer’s social media pages, whether they’re published on your dealer’s Facebook Page, Instagram or Blog is important since you’re giving your customers and readers the chance to see your content and graphics in the most optimized way for each platform. It may seem tedious to make multiple versions of the same image with different dimensions, but it will show your audience that you pay close attention to detail which will make them more likely to follow you online.

Social Media Basics for Dealers

January 25, 2019January 25, 2019 by Christina Vess

Dealerships and Social Media

Social media has quickly become a resource for buyers and loyal customers to follow brands and companies they love and to discover new ones. It’s vital that your dealership understands the basics of social media and can easily be found online by your current customers and new ones.

Desert Racing from Chevrolet

February 7, 2020November 24, 2018 by Christina Vess

It’s no secret that the Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 is one of the most impressive performance trucks offered on the market today. This truck comes completely equipped with the off-road credentials and equipment needed to head out on the trails with confidence. This is a truck that can do it all and handle the fun in … Read moreDesert Racing from Chevrolet

I-Pace: A Jaguar That’s Undefined

July 17, 2018 by Christina Vess

Definitions can be limiting. When you get labeled or defined as a specific type of person or with only certain qualities, in other people’s minds, you’re limited to those characteristics. Jaguar decided to build a vehicle that can’t be defined or labeled as one thing other than its name. The new I-Pace model is expected to be an SUV, but it can also be a hatchback and it can also be a wagon. What is this new Jaguar model? It’s amazing and perfect for many different drivers who want to have true versatility in their luxury vehicle.

Larger is Better in the Chevrolet Impala

June 21, 2018 by Christina Vess

Larger is Better with the Chevrolet Impala

There’s something almost romantic about driving a car that’s one of the largest sedans on the market today. When you step inside you have plenty of room to spread out and enjoy the drive wherever you need to go. One sedan that makes it easy for you to have the experience you want in a large sedan is the Chevrolet Impala. This car gives you more trunk space than any other in the class along with a ton of interior room, features that you’re sure to admire, and the drive that makes a lot of sense for you on the roads you need to drive.

The Ford Escape is Being Upgraded for 2020

June 1, 2018 by Christina Vess

The Ford Escape is Getting Upgraded in 2020

The 2020 model year will signify the fourth generation for the Ford Escape which is one of the most popular compact crossover SUVs on the market. This SUV has been on the market since 2001 and in that time it’s only been changed to a new generation twice. Because Ford is ready to put their eggs in the proverbial SUV basket, this could be one of the most important upgrades offered from this brand in a long time. Thankfully, this is one of the favorites among the compact SUVs and it should continue to be an excellent model for Ford.

More Choices for You in the Chevrolet Camaro

June 1, 2018 by Christina Vess

As one of the most admired sports cars on the market, the Chevrolet Camaro has been a car that many have loved to drive and experience for a number of years.
This car is one that offers the fun you can have on the road or at the track with a variety of trim levels to choose from. For the 2019 model year, the Camaro now offers a variety of upgrades including giving you the 1LE package in the Turbo model which is the entry-level version of the Camaro that you can enjoy driving on the road.