Fette Ford and Kia struggled with inconsistent internet lead follow-up and lost shoppers to faster competitors. After an underperforming AI tool, they chose Podium’s AI Employee to handle responses, consistently book test drives, and help drive an uptick in sales.
With Podium, the AI feels more human and less robotic. In testing, it didn’t feel like I was talking to AI.
Christina Gaboda
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Internet Sales Manager
Fette Auto Group
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