Black Book has integrated its data into Vettx, an auto industry software provider, stating that the partnership will provide dealers with more data to make faster, more accurate decisions. Vettx said it makes buying private party vehicles directly from consumers accessible for dealers of any size. In its most recent update, dealers can send SMS […] [Read More]

Through a new pilot program between TrueCar and digital sales platform Roadster, consumers using TrueCar will be able to finalize their car buying deals digitally through an API that integrates into Roadster’s back-end software. TrueCar president and chief executive officer Mike Darrow said that through the pilot program, TrueCar consumers at select dealerships will be able […] [Read More]

Vroom, which has delivered in the Chicago and Los Angeles areas since its 2012 founding, has opened new hubs in those cities. Vroom, an e-commerce platform for buying and selling used vehicles, said that in the Windy City, it is also offering a more customized driveway experience for 4.7 million people in 420 ZIP codes within […] [Read More]

As digital-first experiences take the spotlight and consumers increasingly seek reviews about how businesses are handling pandemic-related health and safety concerns,  Cars.com said 10 million car buyers have now left reviews for dealers on its platform. The milestone comes as 38% of consumers report they read more reviews because of COVID-19, according to a DealerRater […] [Read More]

Used-car e-commerce platform Shift launched its service to purchase cars from consumers in the Las Vegas region.  It is the company’s first market in Nevada, and consumers are now eligible to sell their cars directly to Shift in 11 U.S. geographies. Shift co-chief executive officer Toby Russell said Las Vegas is business-friendly and is a major […] [Read More]

Digital driver assistance services provider Agero introduced a new service that it says removes the hassle and minimizes the costs and risks of safely moving vehicles.  Agero said it built the new service — called Vehicle Transport — for automotive manufacturers, dealer groups and fleet management companies. The service assists in areas such as contactless […] [Read More]

DealerOn is now a provider in the Lincoln Website Solution program, and DealerOn will now help equip Lincoln dealers with DealerOn's digital marketing technology to showcase the line of Lincoln automobiles at Lincoln dealerships. FordDirect selected DealerOn, which will be the second provider in the Lincoln Website Solution program. Lincoln dealers can now choose DealerOn’s […] [Read More]

Vroom has added two members to its board of directors, both with extensive backgrounds in the financial industry.  The new members are Paula Pretlow and Frederick Terrell, and Vroom chief executive officer, Paul Hennessy describes them as “two highly qualified executives with notable leadership experience at some of the world’s largest financial institutions.” Pretlow is […] [Read More]

Black Book has integrated its data into 360 AUTO, which provides tools, technology, and guidance to help auto dealers increase dealership lot visits and sales. Black Book data and analytics will integrate with 360 AUTO’s AutoRetail product. That digital retailing tool integrates into dealers’ websites to drive business into their retail location to help sales […] [Read More]

CarGurus made a move Wednesday to further strengthen the digital retail segment of its business. The online auto marketplace announced it has hired former Amazon executive Brad Rosenfeld to run its digital retail offerings. As executive vice president of digital retail commercialization, Rosenfeld will head up CarGurus’ “path to further developing and monetizing its digital […] [Read More]