Based on the premise that access to real-time data is critical to remarketing customers, BMW Group Financial Services recently partnered with Manheim on the development of data solutions offered through the iPad. Company officials said this technology can give BMW Group Financial Services’ auction representatives instant availability to pricing data across any location before, during […] [Read More]

On the heels of Ford and Toyota announcing they will be teaming up expand hybrid vehicle technology, General Motors revealed Thursday that it will be working with electronics giant LG to bring more electric GM models to market. The deal signed Wednesday broadens the existing relationship between the companies. LG currently provides the battery cells […] [Read More]

Buyers who purchase a certified pre-owned model that comes with Sirius XM Radio as standard equipment now can keep tabs on Hurricane Irene as it approaches the East Coast. Sirius XM Radio revealed Thursday it plans to air The Weather Channel to help those in the path of the hurricane and others throughout the country track […] [Read More]

Buycentives and Dataium, aggregator of automotive shopping behavior, revealed Tuesday a partnership that aims to utilize both company’s technologies to turn more new- and used-car shoppers into buyers. As part of the strategic partnership, Buycentives — a provider of real-time incentives to the automotive industry — will use Dataium’s Cloud Intelligence platform "to enhance the […] [Read More]

The Chubb Group of Insurance Companies rolled out a free mobile app this year that serves as a collector-car valuation tool and late last week made it compatible on BlackBerry products. Initially launched for the iPad, iPhone and Android-based products, there has been more than 13,000 downloads of the Classic Car Guide app since its […] [Read More]

Detroit Trading Co. recently revealed its new inventory advertising platform is now available to dealers. The company noted the program aims to help dealers advertise both new and used vehicles on numerous automotive sites through a connection to its database. “We are very excited about this opportunity for our dealer groups, many of which are […] [Read More]

While also noting that the company has passed a milestone for customers using its relationship performance marketing solution, OneCommand revealed Tuesday that chief executive officer has stepped down. Replacing him in this post is Jeffrey Hart, who has been OneCommand’s president and chief operating officer since 2009. [Read More]

Ford and Toyota revealed Monday the two companies will be collaborating on a new rear-wheel drive hybrid system that will offer more fuel-efficient options for  consumers in the market for a light truck or SUV. The two automakers also noted they will be working together to develop "next-generation standards for in-car telematics and Internet-based services." […] [Read More]

NADA Used Car Guide recently added a VIN barcode scanning app for mobile devices to help vehicle appraisers make fast and accurate decisions. The new VIN scanner app, which is available for the iPhone, iPad2 and Android, is free to download for subscribers of NADA Online and NADA AppraisalPRO. “The VIN barcode scanner simplifies the vehicle […] [Read More]

MPi — a provider of vehicle inspection tools, processes, and consulting for dealer service departments —established Regional Dealer Advisory and Fixed Operations Advisory councils on Monday. These groups are aimed at helping dealerships achieve better performance and increased revenue from their fixed operations.   The company explained the councils will be divided by regions — Eastern, Midwest […] [Read More]