There’s a new online automotive marketplace on the scene. Startup turbu.com said its platform aims to “reshape the landscape of peer-to-peer car buying and selling” with its “free” and “no upfront fee” approach that the company said will provide a “win-win situation” for buyers and sellers. In a news release, turbu touted features such as […] [Read More]

Freezing temperatures can lower the range of battery electric vehicles by 16-46% depending on the make, model and year, according to the annual winter range report from EV analytics firm Recurrent. The report analyzes 17 popular EV brands in various driving conditions to compare their actual range at freezing temperatures, using range data from more […] [Read More]

Automotive communication intelligence provider CallRevu has named Keri Cohen as its new chief marketing officer, a move the company said “coincides with a pivotal moment in CallRevu’s trajectory of rapid expansion and innovation.” CEO Ben Chodor called the hire “a significant milestone” in his plan to build a “world-class” leadership team. “Her dynamic leadership, coupled […] [Read More]

Mercedes-Benz HPC North America, which is a joint venture between Mercedes-Benz and MN8 Energy, inaugurated its first Mercedes-Benz Charging Hub at the headquarters of Mercedes-Benz USA in Sandy Springs, Ga. The hub is the first of a network of premium electric vehicle charging stations planned across North America by Mercedes-Benz HPC NA. In a news […] [Read More]

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]