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Cars.com Inc. (NYSE:CARS) (d/b/a "Cars Commerce Inc."), an audience-driven technology company empowering automotive, today announced that AccuTrade, a Cars Commerce solution, has been certified by Stellantis Digital as a trade and appraisal solution for its 2,500+ U.S. based retailers.
More than half of U.S. car buyers plan to trade-in a vehicle prior to purchase¹. AccuTrade speeds transaction time by equipping everyone in the dealership with turnkey and transparent acquisition solutions that complete an accurate appraisal in under five minutes – from anywhere. In fact, retailers are unlocking new growth for their business by acquiring inventory directly from their service drives. Total service drive appraisal volume for AccuTrade customers has increased 30% in the first half of 2024 compared to the same time period last year.
"We look forward to helping more Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram and Fiat retailers transform vehicle acquisition into an enhanced profit center," said Doug Miller, president and chief commercial officer of Cars Commerce. "Our customers are facing increased financial pressure and competition, requiring more efficient operations. AccuTrade helps dealers acquire the right vehicles for their market at the right value, and avoid expensive reconditioning costs, ultimately allowing them to offer competitively priced vehicles for their customers and turn inventory faster."
Since 2022, Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram and Fiat retailers have had access to AccuTrade Core as an on-program baseline solution. Now they will have access to the upgraded AccuTrade Connected product, which offers advanced features and technology including:
Dealer enrollment for AccuTrade Connected began April 1, 2024 with co-op eligibility starting in June 2024. Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram and Fiat retailers who are interested in learning more about AccuTrade, can reach out to their Cars Commerce sales rep or visit www.carscommerce.inc.
¹ Cars.com Consumer Metrics Report, Q2 2024
² Internal Cars Commerce Data, AccuTrade Service Drive Volume, 1H 2024 YOY
² Internal Cars Commerce Data, Total Unique Visitors to Cars.com, Q1 2024