auto dealer in black and red logo
MenuMENU
SearchSEARCH

Potratz Releases Web Tool That Predicts Shopper Behavior

ExitGadget uses custom algorithms and device tracking technology to determine when a website visitor is exhibiting signs of abandoning the page. It then delivers a customizable message designed to covert the site visitor into a sales lead.

by Staff
October 1, 2014
2 min to read


SCHENECTADY, N.Y. — Potratz, a digital marketing agency, announced this week it has developed a new tool to combat website abandonment on the part of shoppers. Called ExitGadget, the tool uses highly targeted pop-up messages to help dealers capture website leads.

ExitGadget predicts the behavior of the user by utilizing custom algorithms combined with device tracking technology to determine when that person is exhibiting signs of abandoning the page. It then delivers a customizable message with buttons and forms designed to convert website visitors into leads. The website owner is then able to collect more data about the individual before he or she leaves the page, preventing an otherwise lost lead.

The company cited a study from Chatbeat, a data analytics company, showed that 55% of visitors spend less than 15 seconds on a brand’s website, adding that even that window is narrowing more and more due to the amount of technological distractions available. It also quote a Google study that showed that 96% of people visiting a brand’s site leave before they take any action.

“We’re excited about ExitGadget. We’ve been using technology to bring people back to our site for years,” said Paul Potratz. “But this is the first time we’re able to say with certainty that we have a cure for bounced traffic.”

Potratz is a full-service automotive advertising agency specializing in digital marketing. The agency was founded in 2003 by Potratz. It has received a Dealer Satisfaction Award from Driving Sales for Search and Behavioral Marketing every year since the award’s inception.

More Showroom

ShowroomJune 2, 2025

Capitalizing on Growth Opportunities

Try this strategic approach to dealership acquisitions.

Read More →
IndustryNovember 27, 2024

Six Powerful Questions

Take the time to answer these and lay the groundwork for a successful year-end.

Read More →
IndustryAugust 19, 2024

A Winning Sales Strategy

Expert says building trust and brand loyalty among all customers can be achieved by tailoring the car-buying experience to women.

Read More →
Ad Loading...
Industryby StaffAugust 16, 2024

Used Sales Up After CDK Outage

July numbers reflect market volatility following weeks-long software shutdown following cyberattacks.

Read More →
Showroomby StaffAugust 15, 2024

New Cars Can Be a Headache

Many new-vehicle consumers find their rides uncomfortable, and it’s largely in their heads.

Read More →
Industryby StaffAugust 15, 2024

Longest Lasting Vehicles Named

Toyota, trucks and SUVs dominate list of those with greatest chance of hitting 250K miles.

Read More →
Ad Loading...
IndustryJuly 30, 2024

Leveraging the Monroney Label

A simple process can result in big differences in automotive sales.

Read More →
Industryby StaffJune 17, 2024

Openlane Offers U.S. Dealers With Faster Wholesaling

'Absolute Sale' designed to deliver increased velocity, higher engagement, better results.

Read More →
Industryby StaffJune 17, 2024

What EV Consumers Want

When it comes to the shopping experience, study shows they gravitate to nontraditional features, services.

Read More →
Ad Loading...
ShowroomJune 7, 2024

Five Ways to Bridge the EV Gender Gap

Dealerships will sell EVs to women when they craft an experience that caters to the female buyer and address concerns about EV charging and range.

Read More →