Automotive Advertising

Automotive Advertising in New York

Put your dealership in front of New York's car buyers where they live. With coverage across 141+ buildings from Midtown to Hudson Yards, reach affluent residents ready for their next vehicle purchase.

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Reaching Car Buyers in the City That Never Drives

New York presents a unique challenge for automotive advertisers. Many Manhattan residents do not own cars, but those who do are among the highest-spending vehicle buyers in the country -- choosing luxury SUVs, premium sedans, and electric vehicles. The challenge is reaching this affluent car-buying audience without wasting budget on the millions of New Yorkers who rely solely on public transit.

Traditional automotive advertising -- highway billboards, radio spots, and TV commercials -- casts too wide a net in a market this dense. Social media algorithms cannot reliably distinguish a potential $80,000 vehicle buyer from a subway commuter. Elevator advertising in premium residential buildings solves this by placing your dealership directly in front of residents who have parking garages, disposable income, and the lifestyle that demands a quality vehicle.

New York, by the Numbers

277

Digital Screens in New York

141

Premium Buildings

128M+

Monthly Impressions

Why Elevator Advertising Works for Automotive Brands in New York

Reach Verified Car Owners

Premium residential buildings with parking facilities house New York's actual car owners -- the exact audience your dealership needs, without wasting impressions on non-drivers.

Showcase New Models Daily

Elevator screens deliver high-resolution visuals of your latest inventory to residents multiple times per day, keeping your dealership top of mind when lease renewals and trade-in decisions arise.

Target by Neighborhood Wealth

Focus your campaign on buildings in Tribeca, Hudson Yards, or the Upper West Side where average household incomes align with luxury and premium vehicle price points.

Drive Showroom Visits

Consistent daily exposure in a captive environment moves residents from awareness to action, generating test drive bookings and showroom foot traffic.

How Elevator Ads Compare for Automotive Brands

Metric

Elevator Ads

Bus Shelters

Social Ads

Audience Purchasing Power

High-income residents

Mass market

Variable targeting

Visual Impact

HD screens, captive viewing

Passing glance at speed

Thumb-scroll format

Frequency per Prospect

4-6x daily

1-2x per commute

Algorithm-dependent

Why Elevator Advertising Works for Automotive Brands in New York

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does elevator advertising cost for auto dealerships in New York?

Automotive campaigns typically start at a few hundred dollars per month per building. Multi-building packages across Manhattan and surrounding boroughs are available, and pricing is customized based on the number of screens, buildings, and campaign duration.

Can I target buildings with parking garages?

Yes. We can help you select buildings that have resident parking facilities, ensuring your ads reach verified car owners rather than transit-only commuters. This is one of the most powerful targeting advantages of elevator advertising for automotive brands.

How fast can my dealership's campaign launch?

Most automotive campaigns go live within 2 weeks, including creative production and building selection. We can coordinate with your model launch calendar or seasonal sales events for optimal timing.

How do I track showroom visits from elevator ads?

We provide impression and screen analytics. Dealerships also use unique offer codes, dedicated landing pages, and 'how did you hear about us' tracking to attribute showroom visits and test drives directly to elevator ad campaigns.

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Get a customized media plan targeting buildings where New York's vehicle owners actually live.

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