We continue our episodes of the Auto Remarketing Podcast originating from Used Car Week 2024 in Scottsdale, Ariz., with a discussion focused on the data and fintech solutions designed to make it easier to navigate through the volatility in the used-car market. The conversation featured Brian Donnelly of Autotech Ventures, Paul Fortin of Exponential Markets […] [Read More]

Repair OnDemand’s top diagnostic tool will now be available to dealers through Cox Automotive’s popular inventory management platform, thanks to a new partnership. Repair OnDemand’s BlueDriver MAX is now integrated into vAuto’s trade-in appraisal system, a collaboration designed to give dealerships access to real-time diagnostic data on trade-in vehicles for more accurate appraisals and reduced […] [Read More]

Self Inspection, developer of an artificial intelligence-powered vehicle inspection platform, has closed a $3 million seed round co-led by Costanoa Ventures and DVx Ventures, with participation from auto finance company Westlake Financial. The platform is designed to provide standardized condition reports in minutes with increased accuracy. “Vehicle inspections are expensive, can take weeks to complete […] [Read More]

eBay has a new platform for buying and selling cars. The global e-commerce marketplace has closed on its acquisition of end-to-end online automotive transaction platform Caramel, a deal that was announced last month. Financial terms were not disclosed. eBay said Caramel’s technology, designed to securely handle the entire sale, including paperwork, ownership transfer, financing, transportation […] [Read More]

RockED is taking another leap into automotive high-tech education. The mobile auto industry sales enablement platform has partnered with Impel, a provider of automotive artificial intelligence technology, to launch the industry’s first standardized AI certification. The automotive AI certification program is designed to give dealership employees and other industry staff the practical knowledge designed to […] [Read More]

Former Cox Automotive executive Joshua Gonsenhauser has joined Lotlinx as vice president of product strategy, the company announced. Lotlinx said Gonsenhauser will lead the ongoing development of its VIN-specific inventory management systems, designed to optimize dealer operations and improve ROI through artificial intelligence and machine learning. “Josh brings a unique combination of industry expertise and […] [Read More]

For Reviver founder Neville Boston, Black History Month is an opportunity to reflect on his personal entrepreneurial journey and the company he’s built — and to look ahead. Reviver has grown since its beginnings in 2009, with its RPLATE digital license plate now legal for all vehicles in Arizona and California, and for commercial fleet […] [Read More]

CarGurus’ latest brand campaign is a Big Deal. The online car shopping platform’s new “Big Deal” ads, which launched Monday, emphasize the important role cars play in people’s lives and the significance of making the right decision during a purchase or sale. The new spots empathize with the big decisions drivers make along the buy/sell […] [Read More]

For auto transport businesses looking to simplify operations and gain a competitive edge, technology offers a winning path forward. Still, the adoption of new tools raises key questions like: Will my team adapt? Will this new tech deliver results? Will the ROI be worth it? The answer to all is a resounding “yes” — but […] [Read More]

We continue our episodes of the Auto Remarketing Podcast originating from Used Car Week 2024 in Scottsdale, Ariz., with a Speed Session featuring Alex Rawitz, who is co-founder and chief operating officer  of DIMO. Rawitz described the conundrum of balancing connected cars and consumer privacy in ways that can still help dealerships. Listen to the […] [Read More]