Your car dealership could be shut down tomorrow due to a single cyberattack.
We can do something about it!
Why Cyber Risks Particularly Affect Car Dealerships
A cyberattack doesn’t just affect IT – it can shut down the entire operation.
Failure of DMS and sales systems
Stoppage in vehicle sales
Loss of sensitive customer and contract data
GDPR violations and legal consequences
Extortion by ransomware
Loss of customer trust
Cybersecurity with a Sense of Proportion – Not Panic
Autohaus Staiger approaches cybersecurity from a practical perspective.
We help you realistically assess risks and implement sensible protective measures – without technical overwhelm.
The goal is not maximum complexity, but reliable security.
In 2024, we ourselves became victims of a cyberattack. 👨🏻💻🏴☠️
Without digital security, the risk of insolvency is 900% higher.
What long sounded like a theoretical risk suddenly became reality for us. Systems stood still, processes no longer functioned, and there was great uncertainty within the team. It quickly became clear: cyberattacks are not an abstract danger – they affect businesses very concretely. And without protection against digital threats, the risk of bankruptcy increases ninefold.
In 2024, we ourselves were hacked.
What you usually only hear about in the news became a real exceptional situation for us.
Systems stood still.
Processes no longer functioned.
Uncertainty arose within the team – and the real fear of extortion and financial damages.
Cyberattacks directly affect businesses – and they are becoming increasingly professional. Phishing, manipulated payment instructions, extortion Trojans, or targeted attacks on accounting and merchandise management: often, a single click is enough.
We have drawn conclusions from this.
Together with a renowned cybersecurity provider and in close consultation with our insurance company, we have built a comprehensive security concept.
Today we are:
technically significantly better protected
organizationally clearly structured
secured against extortion and erroneous payments
trained and sensitized
Cybersecurity is no longer purely an IT issue – it’s a top management priority. It’s about securing existence, building trust with customers and partners, and maintaining operational capability in an emergency.
Many companies believe: “It won’t happen to us.”
That’s exactly what we thought too.
An attack doesn’t just cost money –
it costs time, nerves, reputation, and in the worst case, the future of the company.
Our clear recommendation: Don’t wait until something happens. Review your security, invest in professional cybersecurity, and coordinate closely with your insurance company.
The question is no longer whether an attack will come.
But how well prepared you are.
PREPARE YOURSELF!
Strong Partner for Cyber Risks: ERGO
For security, we work with ERGO – an experienced insurance partner with comprehensive cyber solutions for businesses. Autohaus Staiger remains your central point of contact – ERGO provides the background security.
ERGO offers:
– Protection against financial damages from cyberattacks
– Support for data loss and business interruption
– Assistance in emergencies – fast and professional
What risks can be covered
Cyberattacks and hacker attacks
Data loss and data protection violations
Business interruption due to IT failures
Extortion and ransomware
Support in case of damage and crisis
One point of contact.
Clear assessment.
Security in everyday life.
You don’t have to be an IT expert. We help you maintain an overview and make sensible decisions.
Autohaus Staiger personally accompanies you – from assessment to security.
Check Cybersecurity for Your Car Dealership Without Obligation
We would be happy to discuss how your car dealership can be effectively secured against cyber risks.
Your Contacts at Autohaus Staiger
ENES GÖKÜS
Miro Ober
