What are your expectations when you enter an auto dealership?

In years past, the “hawk and mouse” scenario was what you would normally expect. Imagine a hawk sitting from its perch watching a mouse; when the hawk feels the time is right, it swoops in for the kill. Unfortunately, this situation bears some eerie similarities to the old-school dealership approach: a customer drives onto the car lot and begins to look around, a salesman watches and waits, poised to swoop in when the time is right.

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Recently, one of the managing members of DonohooAuto, Chris Donohoo, was asked a really good question: “What is the best used car value for a consumer right now”? You might be surprised to learn his answer was BMW. Here’s why.

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A vehicle history report is a tool in your toolbox when buying a car. It should not be relied upon as a comprehensive report on the quality of the vehicle you are purchasing. At Donohoo Auto, we provide both Carfax and Autocheck vehicle history reports for free for our customers. Each has its own pros and cons; for instance, Autocheck will show reported calls at auctions that Carfax will not.

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Are you the type of person that can’t sit still? Always looking for the next adventure? Big into gear-heavy activities like kayaking, camping, hiking, or cycling? You need a vehicle that can handle your always-on-the-go lifestyle, and Donohoo Auto is here to recommend the top 10 vehicles for you. Check out our list here, and then see if you can spot any of these in our inventory.

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Have you seen the news lately?

Self-driving cars are now a real thing. Google, Tesla, GM, and even Apple are entering the market to try and make a self-driving car a reality. There are a TON of barriers to entry into this market and it will be many years still before the technology is good enough to rely on completely.

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How To Connect!

Sep 26, 2018

Donohoo Auto is everywhere on social media! Follow us and stay updated with our customer stories, contests, pictures, and automotive news!

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There are lots of websites with reviews on businesses, and in the end, the best place to examine reviews is where the volume of reviews is highest, since it probably represents the overall experience with the business better than a small sample of reviews. Better yet, ask your friends, family, and co-workers about dealership experiences, call the dealership and ask some pointed questions or visit the dealership yourself. We have become quite familiar with the review sites as we attempt to monitor what customers are saying about us. Here is a quick rundown of the major ones and our insider thoughts.

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Helping solve the puzzle one step at a time.

Registration for the Walk for Autism and 5K Race to Solve the Puzzle is now open! Join the Autism Society of Alabama and help solve the puzzle of autism spectrum disorders one step at a time! The annual Walk for Autism and 5K Race to Solve the Puzzle is the single-most powerful fundraising event in April that unifies thousands of participants statewide in support of the mission and projects of the Autism Society.

The race will be held on April 16th and will consist of three events: a 5K, Walk and a Sleep In

Autism is the fastest growing developmental disability in the U.S. and affects as many as 50,000 people in Alabama. ASA has never been stronger or more focused on our mission, and we need volunteers like YOU to join our cause! Take the first step and register to support your local Walk for Autism and 5K Race to Solve the Puzzle.

This week’s Feature Friday is a local company that has been around a long time. In fact, they have been around for over 50 years.

Tidmore Flags was started back in the day in Montgomery by Anne Tidmore. Her daughter opened up a satellite store in Birmingham and it wasn’t long before they moved their entire operation to Birmingham.

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An artist at capturing life’s most important moments.

When Gretchen Birdwell was 14 years old, she went on a field trip to the capital in Raleigh, North Carolina and took her camera. She spent the trip taking photos of her friends. By the end of the trip, she had caught camera fever.

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