Orbee, a provider automotive customer experience middleware, has completed an SOC 2 Type 2 audit, which assesses a company’s internal controls in handling sensitive information. The company said the audit ensures Orbee has business processes and security measures in place to protect customer data against unauthorized access, data breaches and leaks, aligning with privacy regulations […] [Read More]

Customer data and marketing platform PureCars has promoted chief operating officer Lauren Donalson to the role of president. Donalson joined PureCars in 2015, serving as regional manager, national director and senior vice president before moving up to COO in January 2023. She began her automotive career through her family’s dealership group, holding various fixed and […] [Read More]

Automotive technology provider Rodo has launched an artificial intelligence-driven vehicle search platform that the company said “sets a new standard for intuitive and seamless car shopping.” CEO Nathan Hecht said Rodo has “reimagined” how AI is used in the vehicle search process. “Conventional interfaces burden users with menus, dropdowns, toggles and an overwhelming array of […] [Read More]

It’s a joint episode of the Auto Remarketing Podcast and the EVs for Everyone Podcast, featuring their respective hosts, Joe Overby and Elena Ciccotelli! Joe and Elena connected at NADA Show 2024 earlier this month in Las Vegas for a conversation in which each asked the other five surprise questions. They chatted about their first […] [Read More]

CallRevu, a provider of automotive call monitoring systems, announced the launch its Center of Excellence, which the company said will “redefine innovation and customer satisfaction benchmarks in the sector.” CallRevu said the new COE illustrates its mission to blend advanced technology with strategic partnerships with a tech-agnostic philosophy that prioritizes the integration of “top-quality, scalable […] [Read More]

As fleet managers blend more electric vehicles into their portfolios, Fleetio responded this week with an initial rollout of tools with EV management capabilities. The fleet maintenance management software company highlighted that its solution can empower fleet owners, administrators and organizations of all sizes to take control of their electric vehicle costs and maximize the […] [Read More]

Dealer Services Network (DSN) made two acquisitions in January. This week, the technology-enabled provider of title and registration services for mobility customers added to its executive team. Bringing more than two decades of experience to the operation is Jennifer Somers, who will serve as its director of technology. In this new capacity, DSN said Somers […] [Read More]

We begin our series of podcasts from the expo hall floor at NADA Show 2024 in Las Vegas with this interview of CarGurus CEO Jason Trevisan. Trevisan and Cherokee Media Group’s Joe Overby discuss the evolution of CarGurus’ business model, challenges and opportunities in the wholesale car market, the company’s pre-qualification network for auto financing, […] [Read More]

Ravin AI, a provider of artificial intelligence-powered vehicle condition technology, has entered a strategic partnership with Black Widow Imaging, a provider of high-resolution imaging systems, to support the deployment of Ravin AutoScan at rental, dealership and auction locations throughout the U.S. Ravin said its AutoScan technology is “set to scale up services dramatically” and expects […] [Read More]

FM Capital added two more industry experts to boost the venture capital company, which focuses on early-to-mid stage companies in automotive and transportation technology. Joining as technology operating partners are Jake Sigal and Massimo Baldini, who FM Capital called “auto tech pioneers.” According to a news release, the pair will not only provide a range […] [Read More]