It’s been a dozen years since Jeff Gordon collaborated with Pepsi for a commercial that had the NASCAR champion wear a disguise and put an unsuspecting dealership salesperson through a wild test drive recorded via hidden cameras. The spot went viral and still generates plenty of activity on YouTube.

But what about protecting your current store staff from someone who wants to take that expensive, high-performance vehicle for a test drive, and it’s not commercial stunt? That’s where a new tool from Test Drive Check (TDC) is aimed to help.

Last week, TDC announced the national rollout of its digital driver verification platform, designed specifically for automotive dealerships.

Test Drive Check wants to transform the traditional test drive process by providing fast, secure, and comprehensive screening of potential drivers before they get behind the wheel.

TDC highlighted its platform offers a three-tier verification system, including real-time identity matching, Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) screening, and optional public records screening — with OFAC screening included across all tiers to ensure full compliance with federal regulations.

Test Drive Check is fully web-based and designed to run seamlessly on tablets, providing dealerships with a mobile solution that meets today’s consumer demand for faster, more secure digital experiences.

By delivering a risk score generated by artificial intelligence instead of exposing sensitive customer data, TDC said it can protect client privacy, minimize dealership liability, and reduce administrative friction, enabling dealerships to move faster while safeguarding their valuable inventory and personnel.

With seamless web access, the company pointed out dealerships of all sizes can integrate Test Drive Check into their sales workflow without heavy IT demands. Lead capture data and vehicle test drive information are organized into downloadable reports, making it easy for dealerships to integrate key insights into their existing CRM systems.

The platform also operates on a pay-as-you-go model with no startup costs, allowing dealerships to pay only for what they use.

Ricardo de Leon, founder of Test Drive Check mentioned that early adopters have reported faster sales cycles and greater peace of mind, knowing that every test drive is backed by advanced, AI-driven screening.

The founder added customization is also included at no extra cost, enabling dealerships to upload their own logo, apply brand colors, and use a custom domain — with no minimum spend required.

“Test Drive Check is helping dealerships create a safer, faster buying experience while protecting their bottom line,” de Leon said. “Our platform gives sales teams the confidence to focus on closing deals, not worrying about safety and liability.”

Test Drive Check is now available for dealerships nationwide. To learn more, call (888) 508-9112, send a message to contact@testdrivecheck.ai or visit www.testdrivecheck.ai.