automotiveMastermind wants to do a good turn for car dealers. That’s why the company — a provider of predictive analytics and marketing automation for dealerships, and a part of S&P Global Mobility — has launched Turn, which it said allows dealers to improve vehicle turn rates by predicting which customers are most likely to purchase […] [Read More]

ICOM AI — which announced its new branding last week — made a move with its new moniker on Monday, announcing a strategic collaboration with Experian. The joint effort aims to transform how automotive dealerships communicate with their customers about vehicle recalls. By integrating Experian’s open recall data into the platform, ICOM AI can help […] [Read More]

In the rapidly evolving landscape of the automotive industry, the integration of artificial intelligence in vehicle delivery is not just a futuristic concept but a present reality reshaping the Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) paradigm. This transformation, marked by advanced digital solutions, is setting new standards for efficiency, accuracy, and customer satisfaction. In this article, we delve into […] [Read More]

Consumer-focused car shopping app CoPilot has launched what it calls the market’s first “comprehensive artificial intelligence-assisted car-shopping experience.” The company said consumers can search through its app and receive AI-curated, ranked recommendations with detailed analysis on which vehicle is the best fit for them, based on their personal preferences and geographic location. CoPilot also includes […] [Read More]

Automotive subscription company Autonomy has joined with financial services firm Deloitte in a strategic agreement to accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles by making them more accessible and affordable. In a joint news release, the companies said the collaboration expands Deloitte’s service offerings for clients seeking to bring mobility subscription models to market in less […] [Read More]

Konect.ai, provider of a conversational artificial intelligence communication platform designed to improve customer engagement in the automotive retail sector, announced it has rebranded as ICOM AI. In a news release, the company said the “evolution” to its new identity represents its “broadened commitment to pushing the boundaries of intelligent communication and innovative commerce within the […] [Read More]

Privacy4Cars, a technology company focused on solving vehicle-related privacy challenges, has added new features to its Vehicle Privacy Report — and is bringing that tool to Europe. Privacy4Cars’ Vehicle Privacy Label, the icon-based tool that shows what data auto manufacturers collect and share or sell, has expanded to include information about the privacy practices of […] [Read More]

Reviver’s partnership with AutoNation is expanding into Arizona. The automotive technology company said the nation’s second-largest dealer group is adding its Arizona stores to those in California that are already offering Reviver’s RPlate digital license plate to their customers. AutoNation boasts retail sales of 229,971 new vehicles in 2022, ranking it second to Lithia & […] [Read More]

DealerOn, a provider of websites and marketing technology for auto dealerships, has finalized its acquisition of automotive digital marketing agency fusionZONE Automotive. DealerOn said the acquisition accelerates its growth and supplements its platform and technology services with fusionZONE’s offerings. “This acquisition represents a significant step in DealerOn’s growth trajectory,” DealerOn CEO Ali Amirrezvani said in […] [Read More]

In October, CarGurus announced a pair of top executive changes; one involving its chief financial officer and another connected to its new head of industry transformation. Then late Tuesday, CarGurus made another significant move, announcing it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the remaining minority equity interests in CarOffer for $75 million through […] [Read More]