An executive who previously held senior positions at ELEAD1ONE, Sonic Automotive and Autoweb.com now is in a prominent role with DealerX Partners. On Friday the provider of digital automotive services connecting in-market vehicle buyers with dealers and OEMs, announced that it has appointed Anthony Monteiro as chief strategy officer via a move that was effective […] [Read More]

J.D Power announced earlier this week that it has teamed up with Reputation.com for a partnership it says provides a “more holistic view of customer feedback,” giving clients — like car dealers — a way to provide a better experience to consumers. Their collaboration will utilize the consumer research, data analytics and advisory capabilities of […] [Read More]

HyreCar now has plans in place when traffic or parking infractions happen involving vehicles associated with its marketplace for ridesharing. On Wednesday, HyreCar announced that it has formed a strategic partnership with TIKD, a leading liability management solutions provider to the shared mobility industry. TIKD plans launch a ticket management pilot program for HyreCar vehicle […] [Read More]

TradeRev — sponsor of the Used Car Awards Luncheon during Used Car Week 2018 — announced the release of the company’s new MOVE METAL service options for sellers. TradeRev highlighted the offering includes three customized tiers ranging from self-service to full-service, all aimed at helping dealers sell unwanted inventory faster and easier. Also offered is […] [Read More]

Gubagoo, which specializes in “conversational commerce solutions” for the auto industry, has launched a digital retailing solution that can activate online car-buying from dealership websites and Facebook. The Gubagoo Virtual Retailing solution utilizes messaging and live video interaction and integrates the company’s operator-assistance and engagement capabilities. It is designed to allow consumers to set up […] [Read More]

Lithia Motors’ former project lead for online sales  is now the leading strategic partnerships at Drive Motors, which develops online car-buying solutions for dealer groups and banks. Chris Gugliotta was named head of strategic partnerships at Drive Motors, following two stops at Lithia and time with Dealer.com/Cox Automotive, as well. Gugliotta’s career certainly includes parallels […] [Read More]

PERQ announced the closing of a $5 million round of funding on Monday that it plans to use in expanding its artificial intelligence-based SaaS solution into additional industries. Elevate Ventures led the funding, all of which is from investment groups and angel investors in Indianapolis, which is where PERQ is headquartered. Joining Elevate in the […] [Read More]

Paul Potratz often looks like he’s in exclusive company by his dapper appearance at Used Car Week and other industry events. Well, POTRATZ now is among companies that are part of an exclusive project involving Facebook. The dealership marketing firm was asked to participate in an exclusive Facebook Alpha Program focused on testing the efficacy […] [Read More]

Carvana has opened its 14th car vending machine, this time heading to Philadelphia to debut its latest facility. Though this is the first car vending machine in the City of Brotherly Love, Carvana has been available in this market since last year.  “Philadelphia is a city that has welcomed the new way to buy a […] [Read More]

Digital license plates are gaining momentum in the Golden State with franchised dealers leading the charge. Reviver Auto, creator of the digital license plate Rplate Pro, on Thursday announced it has partnered with the California New Car Dealers Association (CNCDA) to make the Rplate Pro more easily accessible to the customers of the organization’s more […] [Read More]