PHOENIX and DEARBORN, Mich., March 14, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- One Step Secure IT, an outsourced IT company with over three decades of protecting customers' data from breaches to alleviate the dread of cyber attacks and costly downtime, announces it has partnered with FordDirect, a joint venture between Ford Dealers, Lincoln Retailers, and Ford Motor Company, to join the e-commerce platform for dealer solutions called The Shop.
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- "One Step Secure IT will now help Ford Dealers and Lincoln Retailers spend more time doing what they do best while also supporting FordDirect's mission as a trusted partner and resource to find the best vendors in the market for all of their needs," explained Dean Stoneley, FordDirect CEO.
- The Shop, powered by FordDirect, provides dealers with access to vetted vendors, like One Step Secure IT, that include pre-negotiated prices for products and services that dealerships need.
- By leveraging state-of-the-art technologies and best practices, One Step Secure IT empowers organizations to mitigate the risks associated with cyber threats, minimize downtime, and uphold customer trust.
- "Our partnership with FordDirect's 'The Shop' reinforces One Step Secure IT's dedication to enhancing cybersecurity and improving IT efficiency in the automotive industry," One Step Secure IT Founder and CEO Scott Kreisberg said.
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Chico, CA, Feb. 01, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In FordDirect’s recent launch of their new e-commerce platform called " The Shop ", Work Truck Solutions was the only commercial partner presented, and one of only eight vendors included.
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- Chico, CA, Feb. 01, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In FordDirect’s recent launch of their new e-commerce platform called " The Shop ", Work Truck Solutions was the only commercial partner presented, and one of only eight vendors included.
- With a broad commercial vehicle product line, the commercial business opportunity is a rapidly expanding focus for all Ford dealers.
- As the only software vendor focused on commercial trucks and vans, Work Truck Solutions was proud that their world-class digital marketing, inventory management and merchandising tools were part of this initial launch.
- "We are both honored and thrilled to be selected as a trusted vendor on FordDirect’s groundbreaking platform, 'The Shop,’” said Aaron Johnson, CEO of Work Truck Solutions.
Ford Dealers and Lincoln Retailers will be able to gain access to FordDirect data directly within VinSolutions CRM to maximize sales and optimize leads.
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- Ford Dealers and Lincoln Retailers will be able to gain access to FordDirect data directly within VinSolutions CRM to maximize sales and optimize leads.
- "We are very excited for our Ford Dealers and Lincoln Retailers who are currently utilizing the VinSolutions CRM.
- "The Cox Automotive and FordDirect relationship benefits Ford Dealers and Lincoln Retailers," said Tracy Noonan Fred, SVP of Dealer Solutions at Cox Automotive.
- "The result is better experiences for the consumer and for Ford Dealers and Lincoln Retailers."
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Online shopping Half of the retailers leveraging the AccuTrade solution in the service drive in 2023 at least doubled their volume of service drive appraisals from January to December².
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- Half of the retailers leveraging the AccuTrade solution in the service drive in 2023 at least doubled their volume of service drive appraisals from January to December².
- "FordDirect's mission as a trusted partner and resource to our retailers is to work with the best vendors in the market to support the needs of all Ford Dealers and Lincoln Retailers.
- "AccuTrade allows dealers to turn vehicle acquisition into a true profit center, ensuring they secure a healthy margin at the point of acquisition with a guaranteed offer backed by Cars Commerce."
- Ford Dealers and Lincoln Retailers that are interested in learning more about AccuTrade, can visit the Cars Commerce booth (#3421W) at the 2024 NADA Show in Las Vegas Feb. 2-4 or visit www.carscommerce.inc .
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TAMPA, Fla., Jan. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- STELLA Automotive is thrilled to announce its strategic partnership with FordDirect, and the launch of The Shop—an innovative e-commerce platform designed exclusively for Ford Dealers and Lincoln Retailers. The partnership reflects a commitment to innovation at both companies, and brings a high-demand AI product as a new option to Ford dealers and Lincoln retailers.
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- TAMPA, Fla., Jan. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- STELLA Automotive is thrilled to announce its strategic partnership with FordDirect, and the launch of The Shop —an innovative e-commerce platform designed exclusively for Ford Dealers and Lincoln Retailers.
- Rich Sands, CEO at STELLA Automotive AI, shared his enthusiasm: "Joining forces with FordDirect for The Shop's launch is a game-changer.
- The Shop, powered by FordDirect, transforms the dealership experience with a curated online shopping platform.
- For more information about STELLA Automotive AI, please visit https://www.stellaautomotive.com/
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DEARBORN, Mich., Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- FordDirect, a joint venture between Ford dealers, Lincoln retailers and Ford Motor Company, announced today the launch of a new e-commerce platform for dealer solutions called The Shop. The Shop is a curated online shopping experience designed for dealers to meet the challenges of operating in the evolving retail automotive business landscape beyond the products and services that FordDirect already provides to dealers. The Shop, powered by FordDirect, will provide dealers with access to vetted vendors that include pre-negotiated prices for products and services that dealerships need. This will help dealers spend less time searching for vendors and negotiating rates and give them a seamless way to learn about offerings and enroll in new solutions for their stores.
Key Points:
- DEARBORN, Mich., Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- FordDirect, a joint venture between Ford dealers, Lincoln retailers and Ford Motor Company, announced today the launch of a new e-commerce platform for dealer solutions called The Shop.
- The Shop is a curated online shopping experience designed for dealers to meet the challenges of operating in the evolving retail automotive business landscape beyond the products and services that FordDirect already provides to dealers.
- The Shop, powered by FordDirect, will provide dealers with access to vetted vendors that include pre-negotiated prices for products and services that dealerships need.
- FordDirect continues to provide innovation that makes a difference to our operation," said Brian Godfrey, President, Pat Milliken Ford and FordDirect Board Chair.
DESTIN, Fla., Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Velocity Automotive announced today that it was endorsed by FordDirect as a preferred vehicle portfolio and reconditioning technology provider for Ford and Lincoln U.S. dealerships through its Marketplace.
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- DESTIN, Fla., Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Velocity Automotive announced today that it was endorsed by FordDirect as a preferred vehicle portfolio and reconditioning technology provider for Ford and Lincoln U.S. dealerships through its Marketplace.
- Uniquely positioned to help Ford dealers and Lincoln retailers win at retail, FordDirect is on the leading edge of the digital transformation of the automotive industry.
- Velocity Automotive is a powerful reconditioning engine that helps dealers get pre-owned inventory to market faster and more efficiently.
- Ford dealers and Lincoln retailers interested in partnering with Velocity Automotive can call 850.669.5025 or email [email protected] .
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Lincoln WASHINGTON, Feb. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Team Velocity and FordDirect announced a strategic partnership at the NADA show in Dallas. The all-new Platform Solution Program offers Ford and Lincoln dealerships an integrated retailing solution powered by Apollo CXP, Team Velocity's industry-leading customer experience platform, along with OEM data through FordDirect. Apollo seamlessly automates and personalizes the car buying and vehicle ownership experience, allowing more than 3,600 Ford and Lincoln dealerships to utilize intelligent marketing technology to grow their businesses. Designed to fulfill the vision of a more personalized and frictionless customer experience, the innovative program gives dealers and retailers a choice to work with a single provider to unify their website, advertising, and retention strategies.
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- The all-new Platform Solution Program offers Ford and Lincoln dealerships an integrated retailing solution powered by Apollo CXP, Team Velocity's industry-leading customer experience platform, along with OEM data through FordDirect.
- "The Team Velocity Platform Solution Program uniquely integrates the customer journey through a single tech platform.
- Dealer enrollment for the Team Velocity Platform Solution Program opens on March 1, 2023, through the FordDirect Dealer Center.
- For more information about the Team Velocity Platform Solution Program or to schedule a demo, please visit www.teamvelocitymarketing.com/ford .
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Lincoln DEARBORN, Mich., June 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- FordDirect, a joint venture between Ford Motor Company and its franchise Dealers, announced today that Dean Stoneley will become the company's new CEO and a member of the FordDirect board of managers. He succeeds Matt VanDyke, who has resigned to pursue external interests.
Key Points:
- DEARBORN, Mich., June 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- FordDirect , a joint venture between Ford Motor Company and its franchise Dealers, announced today that Dean Stoneley will become the company's new CEO and a member of the FordDirect board of managers.
- "We are excited to welcome Dean Stoneley to the FordDirect team," said Mike Pallotta, president of Pallotta Ford Lincoln in Wooster, Ohio and chairman of the FordDirect board of managers.
- After joining FordDirect in early 2021, VanDyke was instrumental in significant change and success at FordDirect.
- Previously, Stoneley was president and CEO of the Ford Motor Company of Canada, where Ford is the No.
LEHI, Utah, Nov. 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- FordDirect , a joint venture between Ford Motor Company and its franchised Dealers, has added Podium , a trusted market leader in reputation management, to its Social Media & Reputation Management product.
Key Points:
- LEHI, Utah, Nov. 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- FordDirect , a joint venture between Ford Motor Company and its franchised Dealers, has added Podium , a trusted market leader in reputation management, to its Social Media & Reputation Management product.
- Now, Ford and Lincoln Dealers have the additional option to access Podium's tools from the Social Media & Reputation Management platform to strengthen the most vital aspects of their online presence and differentiate themselves from their competition.
- "Podium offers a wealth of reputation management experience that we are confident will help our Dealers be their best.
- In this partnership, Podium offers Ford and Lincoln Dealers another premium solution to actively optimize their reputation online for their various rooftops.
