New Mandate for Dealer Security in 2026 – Justin Shanken on What the Fixed Ops?!
Mercedes-Benz has issued a new security certification and audit mandate for 2026, signaling an OEM-driven cybersecurity requirement that impacts dealer compliance.
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Dealer Pay Joins The Shop by FordDirect as a Preferred Vendor
Dealer Pay (via Vehlo) has been named a preferred vendor in The Shop by FordDirect, Ford's curated marketplace of dealership solutions. This represents OEM program approval/certification for a vendor serving the automotive dealership ecosystem.
UPDATEPROMISE SELECTED BY MAZDA AS A PREFERRED PROVIDER FOR SERVICE SCHEDULER AND DIGITAL SERVICE
UpdatePromise, a fixed operations platform, has been selected by Mazda as a preferred provider for service scheduling and digital service tools. The platform integrates service operations, customer communication, and financing for Mazda retailers.
Pinewood.AI Joins Leading Automotive Technical Standards Association, STAR
Pinewood.AI announced as a new member of STAR (Standards for Technology in Automotive Retail), the automotive industry's leading IT standards organization. This represents formal recognition and certification within the automotive retail ecosystem.
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