What social networks do you recommend for the automotive niche?

[RenderedElite]

I recently started an automotive blog on various topics, like auto detailing, auto repairs, etc. For now, I have just been producing content and guest blogging for backlinks. I also use quora to answer questions and link to my site when appropriate. Reddit has gotten me a lot of traffic and affiliate sales, and tumblr has gotten me more traffic recently.

For now, I've been using a decade-old twitter profile I set up to promote stuff throughout the years. It has about 35k followers and gets me traffic when I post. I have a few other profiles like this, with less followers (12k and 7k).

What I want to do next is create 'official' pages for my brand. I am getting a better logo and graphics made for the pages now. I am thinking I will need a Twitter, Facebook Page, Instagram and YouTube. Yes, I do plan on producing YouTube content showing how to make repairs on vehicles, detail cars, etc.

Are there any other social networks you know of that might help me reach my target audience? Basically, anyone who loves cars, or owns a car. My site covers a broad range of topics, helping both professionals and car owners alike.

 

[hipcat]

I think car forums and related FB groups would work best for what you have in mind.

I admire your focus and I think you'll do well with it.

 

[RenderedElite]

RenderedElite

Thanks, I appreciate that!

 

[ElizabethRGoff]

You can go with FB page/Group and Linkedin Page or profile for getting targeted audience.

 

[RenderedElite]

RenderedElite

Do you think making my own FB group would be worth it? Or should I just stick with a page and engage in established groups only?

 

[ElizabethRGoff]

ElizabethRGoff

I think, Make a plan of your page and group engage. It will be better for your business.

 

[Rob Whisonant]

Where does your target market hang out?

Do you love cars? If so, where do you hang out?

 

[RenderedElite]

RenderedElite

This is why Reddit has been very good to me. Just asking to see if someone here knows something I don't.

 

[Rob Whisonant]

Rob Whisonant

Keep in mind that asking people that are not car enthusiasts what social media to use will get you wild guesses 99% of the time. I would personally start asking other car enthusiasts where they hang out. That will get you real answers that will really help you.

Also the places they hang out that have NOT been spammed to death by us marketers is going to be your true gold mines.

 

[monjur]

You can go to a Facebook group or Twitter for your target audience.

 

[makemywebsite]

Facebook will be a great social media option to promote automotive products. You add products to facebook catalog one by one with its pricing and description and it gives users to find your products with more clarity.
- Joining the niche-based group and start sharing your products.

 

[JasonParker]

Facebook and Instagram are the most important social media platforms present world. You can go with them.

 

[John-S]

For automotive products, Facebook will be a great social media platform to share the information.

 

[jeffscott]

I would prefer Facebook for the most detailed informative post for automotive niche with interesting image or short video.

 

[EngagementRingsUSA]

FB could work well but if you work with high end cars, I recommend Instagram. IG users love seeing pictures of miracles happen with flashy cars.

 

[conivalcheese]

Best to know who are your target market and in what social media do they usually hang out.

 

[susiparker]

LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook. Many businesses are using these platforms for B2B and B2C leads. You can join Linkedin groups to find ideal customers.

 

[Albertina]

You can target the consumers on Facebook by placing ads and reaching to the people who have indicated they are in the automotive market

 

[Jaydenwix]

Well, you can use Diigo and also do blog commenting for your niche. Also, use the google ads platform for this.