Internet Services News
CarMax Introduces Recommendation Feature for Used Vehicles 
-- September 03, 2008
RICHMOND, Va. — CarMax announced Wednesday that it has launched a recommendation tool on its Web site that is designed to ... [ Full Story ]
HomeNet Launches Social Networking Site for Dealers
-- September 03, 2008
WEST CHESTER, Pa. — HomeNet has introduced a new online community where auto industry professionals can ... [ Full Story ]
AutoUpLinkUSA Hires Utah District Manager
-- September 02, 2008
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. — As AutoUpLinkUSA continues to expand into new markets, the company has named a district manager for its Utah operations. Appointed to the position is ... [ Full Story ]
Manheim Names Strategic Execution Officer, New Senior VP
-- August 27, 2008
ATLANTA — Manheim announced Wednesday that it has promoted two of its online operations leaders to serve in new roles. In the newly created position of ... [ Full Story ]
DrivingSales.com Launches Ratings Program for Dealer Service Providers
-- August 27, 2008
SALT LAKE CITY — DrivingSales.com has introduced a new section of its social networking site that offers a forum for dealers to give real-time feedback on how their ... [ Full Story ]
Kelley Blue Book Unveils Site for iPhone Users
-- August 27, 2008
IRVINE, Calif. — Kelley Blue Book announced recently that it has launched a mobile version of its Kbb.com Web site that has been optimized specifically for ... [ Full Story ]
HomeNet to Distribute Free Online Inventory Reports to Dealers
-- August 20, 2008
WEST CHESTER, Pa. — HomeNet announced recently that it will start providing free automated inventory reports to dealers to help them evaluate ... [ Full Story ]
Polk, Detroit Trading Co. Partner to Help Dealers Buy Better Leads
-- August 20, 2008
SOUTHFIELD, Mich. — To help dealers capture leads that are most likely to turn into sales, R.L. Polk & Co. recently teamed up with the Detroit Trading Co. to combine their services in order to launch ...
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EasyAutoSales.com Ramps Up Services for Dealers
-- August 20, 2008
ATLANTA — Dealers working with EasyAutoSales.com can now upload their inventory to various other sites, in addition to the free auto classifieds sites, thanks to a new offering ...
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AskPatty.com Names Industry Veterans to Advisory Board
-- August 20, 2008
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. — AskPatty.com recently welcomed four new members to its advisory board of female auto industry experts. The board specializes in offering ... [ Full Story ]
J.D. Power Ranks Online Lead Providers
-- August 19, 2008
WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif. — J.D. Power and Associates recently set out to find which Web sites best satisfy dealers when it comes to providing used- and new-vehicle leads. What did the group discover?
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Carmax.com Introduces MPG Search Function
-- August 18, 2008
RICHMOND, Va. — CarMax has launched a new feature on its Web site designed to tap into the growing market of energy-conscious customers. Basically, it allows shoppers to tailor vehicle searches to their ... [ Full Story ]
Dealer.com Introduces New Program to Help Dealers Transfer to New Sites
-- August 13, 2008
BURLINGTON, Vt. — Dealer.com recently announced its introduction of EasyLaunch, a program designed to help dealers switch from old sites to new. Basically, officials indicated that ... [ Full Story ]
Swapalease.com Strikes New Relationship to Better Help Women Shoppers
-- August 13, 2008
CINCINNATI — As challenges mount in the leasing industry, Swapalease.com has set out to better educate female consumers about their options. In order to do this ... [ Full Story ]
eBay Motors to Host Free Dealer Seminar Next Week
-- August 13, 2008
SAN JOSE, Calif. — EBay Motors announced that it will be hosting the latest in its series of free Internet and technology driven dealer workshops next week in San Francisco. The event is designed to help dealers ... [ Full Story ]
Site Encourages Industry to Speak out about Overcoming Current Market Challenges
-- August 12, 2008
SALT LAKE CITY — How can dealers overcome current economic challenges? That's the subject of the latest contest from ... [ Full Story ]
TK Carsites Names President
-- August 12, 2008
ORANGE, Calif. — TK Carsites announced this week that it has appointed one of its founders to serve as president, effective immediately. Named to the post is ... [ Full Story ]
OPENLANE, ARI Expand Partnership to Speed Turn Rate
-- August 11, 2008
MENLO PARK, Calif. — OPENLANE recently announced that it has been chosen by Automotive Resources International to manage a Web-based vehicles turn-in and sales program, which is designed to allow dealers to ...
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How Have Environmental Concerns Shifted Purchasing Decisions?
-- August 11, 2008
IRVINE, Calif. — As environmental concerns weigh on the mind of consumers, the latest Kelley Blue Book Marketing Research studies indicate that three-quarters of Kbb.com shoppers have made lifestyle changes, including vehicle-purchase decisions and driving habits. According to the study, almost one-third (31 percent) of shoppers claimed to have bought ... [ Full Story ]
Joe Verde Group Launches Web Store to Help Dealers Improve Sales
-- August 11, 2008
SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, Calif. — The Joe Verde Group has recently introduced an online "Sales Pro" store where dealership management and salespeople can access training programs to help them ... [ Full Story ]