Acquisitions, product launches, funding, OEM approvals, and leadership moves across automotive dealership technology — tracked and updated daily.
CDK announces a new AI-driven technology platform at NADA Show 2026, featuring automotive retail's largest dataset. This is a new product/platform launch from a major dealership software vendor.
NextGear Capital (Cox Automotive) announces a new sign-in experience integrating Bridge ID with Multi-Factor Authentication and Single Sign-On capabilities. This is a new feature launch for a dealership-relevant vendor.
DAS Technology announces the launch of AI-powered, hyper-personalized vehicle sales videos as a new feature in its Consumer Data and Experience Platform. This represents a new product capability designed to convert car shoppers.
asTech announced integration with LAUNCH Tech USA diagnostic platforms, now pre-installed on 5,000+ diagnostic tools. This represents a significant product integration and availability expansion.
Verkada announced a new integration partnership with SimonsVoss SmartIntego wireless locks and product enhancements at its VerkadaOne London conference. The announcement represents a new product integration being launched to the market.
ChargeLab released Spark AI Chat, an AI-powered assistant for EV charger troubleshooting integrated into the site host dashboard. Product feature launch for EV infrastructure management.
AsTech April 2025 newsletter announcing new OE tool support for Hyundai and Kia models through GDS and KDS toolkits. Product expansion for diagnostic tool platform.
TradePending announced launch of Value Watch, an automated tool for dealerships providing monthly vehicle value updates to customers via email and text. New product designed to increase brand awareness and sales opportunities.
CCC Intelligent Solutions and OEConnection announced integration of OEC's RepairLogic solution into CCC ONE platform, expected to roll out in early 2026. This streamlines collision repair workflows and represents a significant product integration.
Blink Charging and Create Energy announced an industry-first turnkey energy storage solution combining EV charging, solar, and storage capabilities. The fully integrated solution is designed to reduce costs and address grid limitations.
MINI announces Team Velocity as latest approved website and digital advertising provider in MINI Dealer Program. Team Velocity's Apollo platform is now available for MINI retailers.
Oxlo announces expansion of its partnership with Ford for automation and plan management improvements. The company is continuing enhanced project work with Ford extending into 2026.
TrueSpot and PassTime announce a strategic partnership combining TrueSpot's AQFind Location Platform with PassTime's asset tracking technology to deliver location and asset management solutions for automotive dealers. This is a new integrated product offering.
Hunter Engineering announces integration of its unmanned inspection equipment with PBS Systems' dealership management software. This partnership enables streamlined service processes and enhanced customer retention.
INFINITI Birmingham successfully increased used vehicle movement by 30% using ZeroSum's Used Turn Report tool for inventory decisions. This showcases a product deployment and vendor solution implementation.
LESA announces simplified video merchandising package offerings with three tiers (Pro, Elite, Ultimate) in response to customer demand. This represents a structured product simplification and repackaging initiative.
Xcite Automotive announces a preview of Automated Compliance, a tool for monitoring vehicle photo quality. This represents a new product feature announcement.
WHI Solutions announces updated integration of Nexpart Multi-Seller eCommerce Platform with ALLDATA Manage Online (v194). This represents a product integration update for Nexpart.
WHI Solutions announces integration of Nexpart Multi-Seller eCommerce platform with COSTAR Computer Systems (v5.6.80). This represents a new product integration milestone for the Nexpart platform.
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