Technology

Similar in name but showcasing vehicles from different eras, ClassicCars.com and Cars.com this week agreed to promote each other’s websites. Officials explained that Cars.com visitors who are searching for classic vehicles or looking to sell one should be directed to ClassicCars.com. Similarly, ClassicCars.com visitors seeking new and late-model used vehicles should be sent over to […] [Read More]

Polk recently expanded its online solution offerings with the launch of the Market Entrance Report. This new report aims to provide detailed information on new vehicles that have entered the market, pushing the idea of enabling customers to make timelier product-planning decisions. Polk explained this monthly report can be streamlined in several ways based on customer […] [Read More]

Used-vehicle dealers who utilize Dealix to push out their inventory listing online through UsedCars.com now should gain added exposure through an enhanced relationship the company recently developed. Now all Dealix UsedCars.com customers are scheduled receive placement within the marketplace section at AOL Autos. AOL Autos received more than 7.3 monthly unique visitors in July, according […] [Read More]

Thanks to IBM and Mazda North American Operations teaming up, Mazda dealers have a new tool at their disposal that can not only help them command the online arena, but also save money, generate revenue and save shoppers time. Through the IBM WebSphere Commerce software, dealers will be able to access a template that lets […] [Read More]

Attempting to cater to tastes of younger, savvy Web users, Edmunds.com rolled out a test version of its website Wednesday. Officials described the site’s new features as being inspired by modern Internet shopping conveniences not typically associated with vehicles. They also mentioned the new site also should be accessible through an iPhone application that is […] [Read More]

AutoConversion has rolled out a new website that not only gives dealers a way to showcase their specials, but also connect with shoppers who may want to be more private in the way they shop for or research vehicles. Doing so, of course, can help dealerships generate more leads. [Read More]

Experian Automotive is providing dealers a new tool for free that they can use in making the best inventory and sales decisions possible. Each month, the AutoCount Market Snapshot summarizes the trends going on in a dealer’s specific market. This allows dealers to get a picture of how they stack up against others in their […] [Read More]

Howard Polirer, director of industry relations at AutoTrader.com, is offering dealers a free online training session on how to use social media, video, chat and mobile technologies more effectively.   [Read More]

Summit Resources recently launched a new program meant to help dealers keep customers coming back to the dealership long after a vehicle purchase.   The company explained the premise behind LoyaltyCash is a rewards program that gives customers credit for repeat business. Summit said LoyaltyCash is a free for customers to join and is a […] [Read More]

Donlen is teaming up with the Environmental Defense Fund and GreenDriver for a Clinton Global Initiative Commitment to Action project that is aiming for a 20-percent cut in commercial fleet emissions over the next five years.   The “Commercial Fleet 20 Percent GHG Emissions Reduction” project officially debuted Tuesday at the 2010 CGI Annual Meeting in […] [Read More]