🚗 Automotive lifer since 1995. I started in the parts department right out of high school, turned wrenches as a tech, worked the service drive as an advisor, and worked my way up to being a Service Manager. I’ve lived every side of the shop, so I understand what it takes to build strong teams and take care of customers the right way. Off the clock? Give me my family, Halloween, trips to Las Vegas, old Z28's, Trans Am's (preferably Smokey and the Bandit ones), lifted trucks, loud rock music, and animals any day of the week. 🐾🤘
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Write a ReviewDealership Experience
4 yrs
Industry Experience
30 yrs, 7 mos
Specialties & Trainings
Ford Master Certified Service Manager, Chevrolet Certified Service Manager, Toyota Certified Service Manager, Dodge Certified Service Manager, NADA Certified Service Manager
19 Reviews of Tara Keys
March 02, 2026
The Service I received at Hertrich Ford of Elkton was spot on from the appointment to pick up. The team took great care of my vehicle, and my concerns with it, the entire experience was excellent and loo spot on from the appointment to pick up. The team took great care of my vehicle, and my concerns with it, the entire experience was excellent and look forward to my next visit. More
Other Employees Tagged: Destiny Shelby, Alexander White, Chris Kovacs, Macie Cross, Tommy Allen
February 23, 2026
Hertrich Ford of Elkton gets the 5 star review from me because of the way Tara Keys runs the Service Department. She models all the right customer focus behaviors for her front desk people and continuing because of the way Tara Keys runs the Service Department. She models all the right customer focus behaviors for her front desk people and continuing into the mechanics area. I came to Hertrich Ford for service because of the way Tara has handled my cars since I purchased my 2010 Fusion Hybrid, then my 2017 Cmax Hybrid, and now my Ford Escape Platinum Hybrid. She is knowledgeable on all things mechanical about my hybrid and guides me in the appropriate maintenance and servicing. My family members bring their vehicles because of Tara's attention to detail and customer service. I wrote a letter to Mr. Hertrich explaining my appreciation for Tara but did not receive a response. As owner, I would recommend he use feedback from customers as a means to assess the success of his business. It's apparent that the service department keeps the dealership successful and recognizing your service department for outstanding performance in their jobs is a must too. I have mentioned to Tara, I will follow her should she leave for a better opportunity, no matter how far. Having a reliable service department that gives you 100% Satisfaction is rare these days, hence my dedication to following Tara, because wherever she goes, that service center will be outstanding! More
February 21, 2026
The service at Hertrich Ford of Elkton is always outstanding and it is for one reason - Tara Keys! I have followed her everywhere she has ever gone. Due to my work schedule, I pretty much always ca outstanding and it is for one reason - Tara Keys! I have followed her everywhere she has ever gone. Due to my work schedule, I pretty much always calling at the last minute for an appointment and she always gets me scheduled at my convenience! I simply cannot say enough about her andthe entire service team. More
February 20, 2026
There is no better service manager or dealership! I’ve always been treated excellent! Dealership personnel are always pleasant when making appointments or interacting with them at the dealership. I’v I’ve always been treated excellent! Dealership personnel are always pleasant when making appointments or interacting with them at the dealership. I’ve never had a problem. As for Tara, she is one of the main reasons I come to Hertrich! She is so knowledgeable about the Ford products and especially my F 250. Whether I had questions, concerns or just curious about something, she knows the answer, and if she doesn’t, she researches and gets back to me. She doesn’t disregard you or your questions or concerns. I feel very comfortable coming to Hertrich and have always been treated fair. Due to Tara and the service department, this will be the first dealer I consult in the future for my next new F250. Tara credit to her position!! More
February 16, 2026
Service is consistently exceptional. Every time I visit the dealership, I am greeted warmly and treated with genuine respect and attentive care. Their staff takes the time to address all Every time I visit the dealership, I am greeted warmly and treated with genuine respect and attentive care. Their staff takes the time to address all my questions thoroughly and ensures my needs are fully met. Due to this outstanding experience, I have no intention of going anywhere else. More
February 14, 2026
Excellent service at Hertrich Ford of Elkton; Tara Keys was professional, efficient, responsive, and truly exceptional. was professional, efficient, responsive, and truly exceptional. More
Other Employees Tagged: Destiny Shelby, Alexander White, Chris Kovacs, Macie Cross, Tommy Allen
February 13, 2026
The service team is very friendly and knowledgeable. Tara and Destiny work well together great communicators. It’s the only place I go to get my Ford Explorer worked on. I love it there. Tara and Destiny work well together great communicators. It’s the only place I go to get my Ford Explorer worked on. I love it there. More
Other Employees Tagged: Anthony Gemma, Brian Powell, Will Baxter, Madisyn Gilley, Destiny Shelby, Alexander White, Cody Lent, Cheyenne Burchette-Williams
February 13, 2026
Tara Keys is a pleasure to work with. She consistently goes above and beyond to ensure her customers' needs are met, demonstrating a genuine commitment to service. I appreciate that she r She consistently goes above and beyond to ensure her customers' needs are met, demonstrating a genuine commitment to service. I appreciate that she remembers who I am and accurately identifies exactly what my vehicle requires each time I visit the dealership. This personalized attention makes my experience efficient, seamless, and satisfying. More
Other Employees Tagged: Destiny Shelby, Tommy Allen

