CarStory launched a product Tuesday that uses artificial intelligence and machine-learning, along with predictive analytics, to gauge when a car will sell and project its sale price. CarStory Insights is designed to predict incoming trends and give dealers guidance based on that predictive insight. Through analysis of a dealer’s lot, it offers alerts, sales predictions […] [Read More]

Edmunds announced Tuesday a new augmented reality (AR) feature for its app will soon be available to help car shoppers determine whether any vehicle will fit in their garages, parking spaces and driveways. With an iPhone, Edmunds said the feature allows car shoppers to conduct “fit tests” virtually, with as many vehicles they want. The […] [Read More]

Hearst Autos announced Tuesday it will move into the company's new permanent office outside of Atlanta in Chamblee, Ga., on Thursday. The company’s decision to move to Chamblee’s Antique Row district follows strong growth over the last year and a desire to establish a long-standing presence near Atlanta, according to Hearst. To cultivate a sense […] [Read More]

Third-party car shopping sites are rolling out new features and technology as competition for consumer eyeballs and dealer and OEM marketing dollars heats up. Edmunds, Cars.com, TrueCar and Cox Automotive’s Autotrader and Kelley Blue Book, are among the online marketplaces that are devising sophisticated digital tools to zero in on in-market car shoppers. They are […] [Read More]

Gubagoo recently rolled-out Parts Directory, which has been added to its platform to deliver auto parts information to dealers instantly, the company announced Sunday. With Parts Directory, consumers can now request vehicle part details from the company using live chat or text message. In minutes, dealers using the newly integrated auto parts directory can see parts and get a description with […] [Read More]

InterActiveTel announced Monday that Bill Leek has come aboard as the company’s new president and chief operating officer. Leek brings more than 20 years of experience in the automotive industry, and he most recently served as vice president of sales for Dominion Dealer Services, according to InterActiveTel. In addition to leading the entire InterActiveTel organization, in […] [Read More]

LotLinx announced Monday it has named John Gottschalk senior vice president of client relationships to help manage and develop impactful communications with dealers. Gottschalk most recently served as SVP of dealer relations and business development at FordDirect, which is both a turnkey digital marketing solution for Ford Motor Company and joint venture between Ford and […] [Read More]

You dropped your car off for service at the dealership and hours later, you have no idea about its prognosis or when the work might be complete. These frustrations a consumer might have during the vehicle service and repair process come to mind fairly quickly. And largely, they revolve around notifications that the vehicle is […] [Read More]

Autotrader's new national marketing campaign, “Shop All The Cars,” launched on Monday and touts the third-party listing site's 20-year experience in car-shopping. A 30-second TV spot for the campaign that ends with the line, “If you can’t find your next car here, you won’t find it anywhere.” The fast-paced video compilation highlights the most popular features consumers often […] [Read More]

Before he joined the board at Vast this summer, Paul Johnson had the chance to re-connect with the company about a year ago. Johnson, who was at the helm of Kelley Blue Book from 1999 to 2012, had known the folks at Vast from his KBB days. In fact, Vast — which many may know […] [Read More]