On Thursday, vAuto released the next generation mobile application for its Provision Suite of inventory management tools, which include appraising and pricing solutions. The application is available for download through Apple’s iTunes App Store (under “Provision”) for use on iPhones (3GS and above running iOS 5 or higher) and iPads. The suite is aimed at […] [Read More]

As part of its ongoing campaign to integrate third-party dealer services with its software, Auto Manager Inc. on Tuesday announced it has reached a deal with a leading live chat provider. Auto Manager officials said the company will partner with Contact At Once, to offer chat to its WebManager Online Marketing clients, as AutoManager chief […] [Read More]

Dominion Dealer Solutions said today it has broadened the scope of its PRIME Response dealer reputation management program with social media engagement solutions and services. What PRIME Social will offer dealers is a tool for posting, sourcing and tracking social engagement, the company explained. “Going forward, dealers must have a plan for their entire web […] [Read More]

MaxTradeIn — an online marketplace that allows car owners to trade-in or sell their vehicle to local dealerships competing for their business — has been working with 36 franchised dealers in Indianapolis after launching late last year. There have been more than 1,000 vehicles listed on the site in two months, and this week, the […] [Read More]

With used inventory predicted to loosen this year, Dominion Dealer Solutions revealed Tuesday an addition to its Dominion Inventory suite. The company contends the new Inventory Health offering gives “dealers a quick way to identify areas needing improvement, monitor progress and improve inventory performance.” [Read More]

AutoTrader Group announced Tuesday two more of its companies have completed certification in the Reynolds Certified Interface Program. Joining previously certified VinSolutions are HomeNet and vAuto. Under the group’s structure, HomeNet, vAuto and VinSolutions are part of AutoTrader Group's Software Solutions business. As such, they offer dealerships software tools and related data analytics.   [Read More]

A newly launched service founded by a longtime car dealer is aiming to help dealerships and automakers connect with local same-brand customers and bring them back into the store to trade in or resell their rides. Based out of Costa Mesa, Calif., Hitfigure is designed to not only aid franchised dealers in generating more local […] [Read More]

Expanding its U.S. presence in the online registration and titling marketplace, Dealertrack Technologies entered into an agreement to acquire Casey & Casey NPS, which does business as Auto Title Express. Dealertrack said total consideration for the transaction is expected to be $21.2 million in cash, subject to standard purchase price adjustments. That sum will give […] [Read More]

Many may see radio advertising as a thing of the past, but with new technology comes new opportunities. With Pandora Internet radio and satellite radio offerings bringing drivers various music and radio programs mostly commercial free, the ads that do run are bound to grab some attention. A group of Arizona dealers is capitalizing on […] [Read More]

Ford is implementing its first-ever, fully user-generated ad campaign to introduce the new 2014 Ford Fiesta, enlisting the people power of social media. In making the announcement on Tuesday, Ford officials said the company is seeking 100 “social influencers” who will convey the attributes and personality of the new Fiesta through a mix of paid […] [Read More]