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closed 7/14/2021 via PR Newswire

ACV Auto, acquired MAX Digital, LLC

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synopsis: ACV, the leading digital automotive marketplace and data services partner for dealers and commercial partners, announced its acquisition of MAX Digital, a pioneer in automotive data and merchandising products and best known for its flagship inventory management system (IMS) platform FirstLook.
buyer: ACV Auto
ACV provides a vibrant digital marketplace for wholesale vehicle transactions and data services that offers transparent and accurate vehicle information to customers. ACV's platform leverages data insights and technology to power its digital marketplace and data services. "
 target: MAX Digital, LLC
MAX Digital is a pioneer in automotive data and merchandising products and best known for its flagship inventory management system (IMS) platform FirstLook. MAX Digital tools are all cloud-based and can integrate easily with existing Dealer Management Systems (DMS).
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announced 11/4/2021 via Company Press Release

Cars.com, will acquire CreditIQ

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synopsis: Cars.com Inc., a leading automotive marketplace platform, will acquire CreditIQ, a white-labeled automotive digital retailing platform. CreditIQ facilitates online car sales and streamlines in-store processes for auto dealers. Their platform provides solutions for online loan screening, F&I product pricing, price quotes, and inventory.
buyer: Cars.com (CARS:$618.39)
Cars.com is a leading two-sided digital automotive marketplace that creates meaningful connections between buyers and sellers. Cars.com empowers consumers with resources and information to make informed buying decisions. They offer pricing and research tools and a large database of consumer reviews."
 target: CreditIQ
CreditIQ is a white-labeled automotive digital retailing platform. CreditIQ facilitates online car sales and streamlines in-store processes for auto dealers. Their platform provides solutions for online loan screening, F&I product pricing, price quotes, and inventory.
price ($mm)
$30
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closed 1/14/2021 via GlobeNewswire

CarGurus, acquired CarOffer, LLC

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synopsis: CarGurus, a leading global online automotive marketplace, announced it has completed the acquisition of a 51% interest in CarOffer, the automotive industry’s first instant trade platform that helps dealers trade more, buy more, and make more, with the ability to buy the remaining equity interest in the company over the next three years.
buyer: CarGurus (CARG:$558.05)
CarGurus is an online automotive marketplace connecting buyers and sellers of new and used cars. The Company uses proprietary technology, search algorithms, and data analytics to bring trust and transparency to the automotive search experience and help users find great deals from top-rated dealers. "
 target: CarOffer, LLC
CarOffer is the automotive industry’s first instant trade platform that helps dealers trade more, buy more, and make more. Leveraging the power of data, national scale, and the company’s Buying Matrix technology, the platform helps dealers acquire and exchange used inventory more efficiently.
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$140*
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closed 12/15/2020 via BusinessWire

Autodata Solutions Group, acquired Inventory Command Center

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synopsis: J.D. Power, a global leader in data analytics and consumer intelligence, announced the acquisition of Inventory Command Center (ICC), a leading automotive Inventory management SaaS-based platform. The business is being integrated into the Autodata Solutions division of J.D. Power.
buyer parent: Thoma Bravo, LLC
buyer: Autodata Solutions Group
Autodata Solutions, a division of J.D. Power, is the industry-leading provider of vehicle data, technology and inventory merchandising solutions that power the automotive ecosystem. "
 target: Inventory Command Center
Inventory Command Center (ICC) is a leading automotive Inventory management SaaS-based platform. The company’s SaaS-based platform was developed over the last twelve years as a necessity to help dealers better communicate the value proposition of their inventory to consumers.
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closed 11/6/2019 via BNC Analysis

Carsforsale.com, acquired Carbase

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synopsis: Carsforsale.com, an online automotive marketing and classifieds website, has acquired Carbase, an auto marketing firm. Carbase provides custom websites and marketing tools for automotive dealers to help them get more targeted automotive leads and make more car sales.
buyer: Carsforsale.com
Carsforsale.com is an online automotive marketing and classifieds website that connects buyers with sellers of vehicles. Carsforsale.com is fastest and easiest way to buy or sell new and used cars online. They offer millions of vehicles from thousands of State-Verified Auto Dealers across the US. "
 target: Carbase
Carbase is an auto marketing firm. Carbase provides custom websites and marketing tools for automotive dealers to help them get more targeted automotive leads and make more car sales. Their platform provides tools for inventory management, lead conversion, vehicle merchandising, and more.
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closed 12/7/2018 via PR Newswire

TrueCar, Inc., acquired DealerScience, LLC

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synopsis: TrueCar, an automotive pricing and information website for new and used cars, has acquired DealerScience, the leading provider of digital retailing software tools to the automotive industry. DealerScience's solutions enable dealers to desk deals, create website specials and respond to customer inquiries faster, easier and more accurately.
buyer: TrueCar, Inc. (TRUE:$326.43)
TrueCar is an automotive pricing and information website for new and used cars. TrueCar shows consumers what others paid for the car they want, so they can recognize a fair price. TrueCar provides upfront pricing information, allowing users to enjoy a more confident buying experience. "
 target: DealerScience, LLC
DealerScience is the leading provider of digital retailing software tools to the automotive industry, enabling dealers to desk deals, create website specials and respond to customer inquiries faster, easier and more accurately. Their software solutions automate high-impact, high-effort tasks.
price ($mm)
$27
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closed 11/2/2016 via Company Press Release

ARI Network Services, Inc., acquired Auction123, Inc

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synopsis: ARI Network Services, Inc., announced that it has acquired Auction123, Inc., a leading provider of software and services to help dealers in selected vertical markets manage and feed inventory information to online marketplaces to drive more sales and leads.
buyer: ARI Network Services, Inc. (ARIS:$51.16)
ARI Network Services, Inc. offers an SaaS and marketing services to help dealers, manufacturers and distributors in selected vertical markets. Their products are powered by a proprietary data repository of original equipment and aftermarket electronic content. "
 target: Auction123, Inc
Founded in 2001, Auction123, Inc is the leading provider of website development, inventory management, and online marketing solutions for dealerships of all categories including Automotive, RV & Camper, Powersports, Motorcycle, Marine, Trailer, Commercial Truck, and Aviation.
price ($mm)
$10
rev ($mm)
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$2
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8.0x
closed 3/30/2016 via BNC Analysis

eBay, acquired Cargigi, Inc.

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synopsis: eBay announced it has acquired Cargigi Inc., a provider of online advertising and marketing services for the auto industry. Cargigi is the auto industry’s largest provider of advertising and marketing services on the Internet’s most popular free classified websites.
buyer: eBay (EBAY:$11,662.00)
Founded in 1995 in San Jose, Calif., eBay Inc. connects millions of buyers and sellers globally on a daily basis through eBay, the world’s largest online marketplace, and PayPal, which enables individuals and businesses to securely, easily and quickly send and receive online payments. "
 target: Cargigi, Inc.
Cargigi is the auto industry’s largest provider of advertising and marketing services on the Internet’s most popular free classified websites. Cargigi has acquired thousands of dealership clients nationally.
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closed 2/24/2016 via Company Press Release

CDK Global, acquired New Car IQ

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synopsis: CDK Global announced the acquisitions of the NewCarIQ product platform. New Car IQ helps users determine and syndicate all applicable OEM incentives into a new vehicle's pricing, provides stocking recommendations based on dealership inventory and more.
buyer: CDK Global (CDK:$1,673.20)
CDK Global’s solutions automate and integrate critical workflow processes from pre-sale targeted advertising and marketing campaigns to the sale, financing, insurance, parts supply, repair and maintenance of vehicles, with an increasing focus on utilizing data analytics and predictive intelligence. "
 target parent: Pearl Technology Holdings
target: New Car IQ
New Car IQ helps users determine and syndicate all applicable OEM incentives into a new vehicle's pricing, provides stocking recommendations based on dealership inventory, market and historical data, enables a complete view of competitor's inventory, and more.
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closed 10/1/2015 via BNC Analysis

Dealertrack Technologies merged with Cox Automotive, Inc.,

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synopsis: Cox Automotive, Inc., a leading provider of digital marketing, wholesale and e-commerce solutions across the automotive industry, announced it has completed its acquisition of Dealertrack Technologies, Inc., a leader in software solutions and services for automotive retailers.
buyer parent: Cox Enterprises Inc.
buyer: Cox Automotive, Inc.
Cox Automotive is a leading provider of vehicle remarketing services and digital marketing and software solutions for consumers, dealers, manufacturers and the overall automotive industry. Headquartered in Atlanta, Cox Automotive employs nearly 24,000 employees in over 150 locations worldwide. "
 target: Dealertrack Technologies (TRAK:$993.05)
Dealertrack Technologies provides web based software solutions and services that enhance efficiency and profitability for all major segments of the automotive retail industry, including dealers, lenders, vehicle manufacturers, third party retailers, agents and aftermarket providers.
price ($mm)[EV]
$3,559 [$4,362]
rev ($mm)
$948
EBITDA ($mm)
$124
EV / rev
4.7x
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36.1x
closed 7/11/2012 via BusinessWire

vAuto, Inc., acquired Auction Genius

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synopsis: vAuto, a provider of innovative technology, tools and business intelligence to help dealers improve their used vehicle department sales and profits, announced the acquisition of Auction Genius, creator of a heads-up display for online auto auctions, and the roll-out of initial product integrations between the companies.
buyer parent: Cox Enterprises Inc.
buyer: vAuto, Inc.
vAuto provides innovative technology, tools and business intelligence to help dealers improve their used vehicle department sales and profits. The company is headquartered in the Chicago suburb of Oak Brook, IL, with a research and development center in Austin, TX. "
 target: Auction Genius
Auction Genius is a web-based software solution for auto dealers buying vehicles at auction. With a simple combined screen view dealers can quickly evaluate more vehicles in less time and participate in more auctions.
price ($mm)
$9.50
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closed 7/6/2011 via PR Newswire

DealerTrack AAX, Inc., acquired eCarList, LLC

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synopsis: DealerTrack AAX, Inc., a subsidiary of DealerTrack Holdings, Inc., announced that it has completed the acquisition of substantially all of the assets of eCarList LLC, a leading provider of inventory management and merchandising solutions for automobile dealerships.
buyer parent: DealerTrack, Inc.
buyer: DealerTrack AAX, Inc.
DealerTrack AAX offers all the tools and services needed to significantly increase turns and profit at every step of the used vehicle process. It delivers the tools needed to create effective plans for stocking, sourcing, pricing, appraising and merchandising used vehicle inventory. "
 target: eCarList, LLC
Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, eCarList provides a full suite of inventory management and online marketing tools for the retail automotive industry enabling dealers to appraise, price, and merchandise vehicle inventory online in real-time.
price ($mm)
$35
rev ($mm)
$7
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6.5x
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closed 6/16/2011 via PR Newswire

AutoTrader.com, Inc., acquired VinSolutions LLC

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synopsis: AutoTrader.com announced the completion of its acquisition of VinSolutions, a leading provider of end-to-end solution platforms for dealers including CRM, Internet Lead Management (ILM) , inventory management tools, dealer websites, sales management and desking tools, social media and direct targeted marketing campaign tools.
buyer parent: Cox Enterprises Inc.
buyer: AutoTrader.com, Inc.
AutoTrader.com aggregates in a single location millions of new, used and certified pre-owned cars from thousands of auto dealers and private sellers and is a leading online resource for auto dealers, individuals and manufacturers to advertise and market their vehicles to in-market shoppers. "
 target: VinSolutions LLC
VinSolutions has the leading "Dealership Marketing System" that helps retailers attract, sell and retain more customers profitably. VinSolutions "all-in-one" sales and service marketing system includes digital marketing, search marketing, online advertising, social media marketing, and much more.
price ($mm)
$135
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closed 12/24/2010 via PR Newswire

AutoTrader.com, Inc., acquired HomeNet Automotive

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synopsis: AutoTrader.com, the Internet's leading automotive marketplace and consumer information website, announced the completion of its transaction to acquire the assets of HomeNet Automotive, a leading provider of online inventory management and merchandising solutions for the automotive retail industry.
buyer parent: Cox Enterprises Inc.
buyer: AutoTrader.com, Inc.
AutoTrader.com aggregates in a single location millions of new, used and certified pre-owned cars from thousands of auto dealers and private sellers and is a leading online resource for auto dealers, individuals and manufacturers to advertise and market their vehicles to in-market shoppers. "
 target: HomeNet Automotive
HomeNet Automotive helps the automobile industry save time and sell more vehicles. It is the leading provider of inventory merchandising, management, and marketing solutions, led by its flagship product, Inventory Online (IOL) Internet Marketing Suite.
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closed 10/19/2010 via PR Newswire

AutoTrader.com, Inc., acquired VAuto, Inc.

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synopsis: AutoTrader.com, the Internet's leading automotive marketplace and consumer information website, announced the completion of its transaction to acquire vAuto, the automotive retail industry's leading provider of advanced software tools for used vehicle management, pricing and inventory optimization.
buyer parent: Cox Enterprises Inc.
buyer: AutoTrader.com, Inc.
AutoTrader.com aggregates in a single location millions of new, used and certified pre-owned cars from thousands of auto dealers and private sellers and is a leading online resource for auto dealers, individuals and manufacturers to advertise and market their vehicles to in-market shoppers. "
 target parent: Bain Capital
target: VAuto, Inc.
vAuto's innovative "Live Market View" technology allows dealers to manage their used-vehicle inventories based on actual supply-and-demand for their specific market. More than 3,000 dealerships across the country use vAuto's pricing, appraisal, stocking and merchandising systems.
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closed 7/7/2021 via PR Web

Motility Software Solutions, acquired Lot Metrix

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synopsis: Motility Software Solutions, a premier provider of dealer management software for the RV industry, has acquired Lot Metrix, a location-based inventory management platform for RV dealerships. Lot Metrix enables users to track their assets as they journey through their dealership and into a customers driveway.
buyer parent: Serent Capital
buyer: Motility Software Solutions
Motility Software Solutions is a premier provider of dealer management software for the RV industry. Motility delivers an end-to-end solution to increase the efficiency for every critical function in a dealership, including inventory management, CRM, quoting, accounting, payroll, and more. "
 target: Lot Metrix
Lot Metrix is a location-based inventory management platform for RV dealerships. Lot Metrix enables users to track their assets as they journey through their dealership and into a customers driveway. Their mobile solution features a barcode scanner, photo & video feeds, an admin dashboard, and more.
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closed 9/1/2021 via PR Newswire

3PL Central, LLC, acquired Scout Inc.

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synopsis: 3PL Central, a leader in cloud-based Warehouse Management Systems, has acquired Scout Software, a leading inventory and warehouse management system. Scout offers a cloud-based inventory management software solution that provides retailers, e-commerce companies, and manufacturers with complete control over their business from any device.
buyer: 3PL Central, LLC
3PL Central is a leading cloud-based supply chain software provider, offering warehouse management solutions that are robust, reliable, secure, cost-effective and easy to use. The company’s product seamlessly integrates with a large number of supply chain technologies to deliver a full platform. "
 target: Scout Inc.
Scout is a leading inventory and warehouse management system. Scout offers a cloud-based inventory management software solution that provides retailers, e-commerce companies, and manufacturers with complete oversight and control over their business from any device.
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closed 7/28/2021 via Company Press Release

Volaris Group Inc., acquired NitroSell

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synopsis: Volaris Group, a Canadian company that acquires vertical market technology companies, has acquired NitroSell, an e-commerce solution in Ireland. NitroSell's software enables retailers to create online stores that are built directly from the data in their POS system. Their platform also features solutions for inventory and order management.
buyer parent: Constellation Software, Inc.
buyer: Volaris Group Inc.
Headquartered in Canada, Volaris acquires, strengthens and grows vertical market technology companies. As an Operating Group of Constellation Software Inc., Volaris is all about strengthening businesses within the markets they compete and enabling them to grow. "
 target: NitroSell
NitroSell is an e-commerce solution in Ireland. NitroSell's software enables retailers to create online stores that are built directly from the data and customer information in their point-of-sale system. Their platform also features solutions for inventory and order management.
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closed 3/18/2021 via BNC Analysis

Maropost Inc., acquired Neto E-commerce Solutions Pty Ltd

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synopsis: Maropost, North America’s fastest growing marketing automation platform embraced by companies like Mercedes Benz, BioTrust, the New York Post and Shop.com, has acquired Neto, a global award-winning e-commerce platform used by over 3,000 retailers and wholesalers worldwide.
buyer: Maropost Inc.
Maropost is a leading provider of on-demand marketing, sales, ecommerce and infrastructure platforms. The Maropost Marketing Cloud offers users the power to execute sophisticated email marketing campaigns that match each level of the customer lifecycle, increasing buyer engagement. "
 target: Neto E-commerce Solutions Pty Ltd
Neto is a global award-winning e-commerce platform used by over 3,000 retailers and wholesalers worldwide. Neto is the only Australian B2B and multi-channel ecommerce platform that provides an all-in-one solution for ecommerce, POS, inventory management, order management, and shipping labelling.
price ($mm)
$48
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announced 3/11/2021 via Company Press Release

Lightspeed POS, will acquire Vend

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synopsis: Lightspeed POS Inc., a provider of cloud-based, omnichannel commerce platforms, will acquire Vend Limited, a cloud-based retail management software company in New Zealand. Vend makes it easier for retailers to manage and grow their business. They offer solutions for POS, inventory management, payments, customer management, ecommerce, and more.
buyer: Lightspeed POS (TSX:LSPD:$221.73)
Lightspeed is a cloud-based commerce platform powering small and medium-sized businesses in over 100 countries around the world. It's an all-in-one solution that helps restaurants and retailers sell across channels, manage operations, engage with consumers, accept payments, and grow their business. "
 target: Vend
Vend is a cloud-based retail management software company in New Zealand. Vend makes it easier for retailers to manage and grow their business. They offer solutions for POS, inventory management, payments, customer management, ecommerce, and more.
price ($mm)
$288
rev ($mm)
$27
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EV / rev
10.7x
EV / EBITDA
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closed 7/14/2021 via PR Newswire

ACV Auto, acquired MAX Digital, LLC

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synopsis: ACV, the leading digital automotive marketplace and data services partner for dealers and commercial partners, announced its acquisition of MAX Digital, a pioneer in automotive data and merchandising products and best known for its flagship inventory management system (IMS) platform FirstLook.
buyer: ACV Auto
ACV provides a vibrant digital marketplace for wholesale vehicle transactions and data services that offers transparent and accurate vehicle information to customers. ACV's platform leverages data insights and technology to power its digital marketplace and data services. "
 target: MAX Digital, LLC
MAX Digital is a pioneer in automotive data and merchandising products and best known for its flagship inventory management system (IMS) platform FirstLook. MAX Digital tools are all cloud-based and can integrate easily with existing Dealer Management Systems (DMS).
price ($mm)
$60
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closed 7/14/2021 via PR Newswire

ACV Auto, acquired MAX Digital, LLC

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synopsis: ACV, the leading digital automotive marketplace and data services partner for dealers and commercial partners, announced its acquisition of MAX Digital, a pioneer in automotive data and merchandising products and best known for its flagship inventory management system (IMS) platform FirstLook.
buyer: ACV Auto
ACV provides a vibrant digital marketplace for wholesale vehicle transactions and data services that offers transparent and accurate vehicle information to customers. ACV's platform leverages data insights and technology to power its digital marketplace and data services. "
 target: MAX Digital, LLC
MAX Digital is a pioneer in automotive data and merchandising products and best known for its flagship inventory management system (IMS) platform FirstLook. MAX Digital tools are all cloud-based and can integrate easily with existing Dealer Management Systems (DMS).
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$60
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closed 10/14/2021 via Company Press Release

Constellation Automotive Group, acquired CarNext.com

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synopsis: Constellation Automotive Group, Europe’s largest vertically integrated digital used car marketplace, has acquired CarNext.com, a digital used car sales marketplace in Europe. CarNext.com offers customers a fun, easy, transparent and trustworthy way to buy a used car. The company also operates a B2B online auction platform for professional buyers.
buyer parent: TDR Capital
buyer: Constellation Automotive Group
Constellation Automotive Group is Europe’s largest vertically integrated digital used car marketplace. Constellation combines the leading digital brands across the segments of consumer to business, business to business and business to consumer. Their brands include WeBuyAnyCar.com, BCA, and cinch. "
 target: CarNext.com
CarNext.com is a leading digital used car sales marketplace in Europe. CarNext.com offers customers a fun, easy, transparent and trustworthy way to buy a used car. The company also operates a B2B online auction platform for professional buyers.
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announced 3/5/2021 via BNC Analysis

Alma Media Oyj, will acquire NettiX Oy

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synopsis: The Otava Group has entered into an agreement with Alma Media Corporation to sell Nettix Oy. Nettix Oy's business comprises Finland's leading engine marketplaces, such as Nettiauto, Nettikone and Nettimoto, and they reach 2.5 million Finns every week. 
buyer: Alma Media Oyj (HLSE:ALMA:$273.62)
Finland-based Alma Media is a dynamic digital service business and media company. The company’s best-known brands are Kauppalehti, Talouselämä, Iltalehti, Aamulehti, Etuovi.com, and Monster. Alma Media's business areas include national, regional, and local media, business services, and events. "
 target parent: Otava Oy
target: NettiX Oy
Nettix Oy’s business consists of Finland’s leading motor vehicle marketplaces, such as Nettiauto, Nettikone and Nettimoto, reaching an audience of 2.5 million Finns every week. They are Finland’s largest marketplaces for motor vehicles and mobility services.
price ($mm)
$206
rev ($mm)
$27
EBITDA ($mm)
$14
EV / rev
7.6x
EV / EBITDA
15.2x
closed 2/24/2021 via Company Press Release

Digital Air Strike, acquired BestRide.com

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synopsis: Digital Air Strike, the leading consumer engagement technology company, has acquired BestRide.com, an automotive marketplace that allows consumers to search for millions of new and used cars online from car dealers across the United States. Digital Air Strike will continue to enhance the site’s capabilities through its own technology solutions.
buyer: Digital Air Strike
Digital Air Strike is a leading social media, intelligent lead response, and consumer engagement technology company. Digital Air Strike deploys industry specific mobile apps, software, intelligent messaging, and managed service platforms to monitor, engage, improve, and manage consumer interactions."
 target parent: Gannett Co., Inc.
target: BestRide.com
BestRide.com is an innovative automotive marketplace that allows consumers to search for millions of new and used cars online from car dealers across the United States. BestRide.com has one of the largest inventories on the web with over 2.5 million new and used vehicles to choose from.
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closed 9/23/2020 via BNC Analysis

SuperBid, acquired AutoArremate S/A

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synopsis: Grupo Superbid, an online auction company, announced the acquisition of Auto Arremate, a startup specialized in B2B and C2B transactions in the automotive segment, which operates between independent and multi-brand dealers, distribution networks, car rental companies and fleet owners. 
buyer: SuperBid
For more than 20 years in the market, the Superbid Group has companies that offer technology services and intermediation of capital and consumer goods. The Brazil-based Superbid Marketplace is a digital environment for buying and selling transactions which offers a secure and transparent platform. "
 target: AutoArremate S/A
Based in Brazil, Auto Arremate is a startup specialized in B2B and C2B transactions in the automotive segment, which operates between independent and multi-brand dealers, distribution networks, car rental companies and fleet owners.
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$0.92
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closed 8/6/2020 via BNC Analysis

Spinny, acquired Truebil

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synopsis: Pre-owned cars platform Spinny has acquired smaller rival Truebil. Truebil was founded in 2015 by former Housing.com employees Suraj Kalwani, Ravi Chirania, Shubh Bansal, Rakesh Raman and Shanu Vivek, along with former Fab.com executive Ritesh Pandey and former Rio Tinto official Himanshu Singhal.
buyer: Spinny
Spinny is a dedicated online marketplace for used cars. They are a team of 50+ members who share the vision of establishing transparency and honesty in the pre-owned car market. Each car has to go through a gruelling 200-Points Spinny Inspection process before it gets listed on Spinny. "
 target: Truebil
Truebil is a pre-owned cars platform based in India. Truebil was founded in 2015 by former Housing.com employees Suraj Kalwani, Ravi Chirania, Shubh Bansal, Rakesh Raman and Shanu Vivek, along with former Fab.com executive Ritesh Pandey and former Rio Tinto official Himanshu Singhal.
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closed 2/19/2020 via BNC Analysis

Shriram Automall India Limited, acquired BlueJack

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synopsis: Shriram Automall India Limited, an omnichannel auction platform for used cars in India, has acquired BlueJack, an online car selling portal in India. BlueJack provides their clients with immediate payment and takes care of the difficulties of finding a car buyer, RC transfer and loan foreclosure.
buyer parent: CarTrade.com
buyer: Shriram Automall India Limited
Shriram Automall is an omnichannel auction platform for used cars in India. The company conducts over 3,000 bidding events every month through its offline and online platforms. Shriram Automall offers pre-owned commercial vehicles, construction equipment, tractors, two wheelers and more. "
 target: BlueJack
BlueJack is an online car selling portal in India. BlueJack enables people to easily and quickly sell their car from the comfort of their home. BlueJack provides their clients with immediate payment and takes care of the difficulties of finding a car buyer, RC transfer and loan foreclosure.
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closed 7/24/2019 via Company Press Release

Insurance Australia Group, acquired Carbar

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synopsis: Insurance Australia Group (IAG), Australia and New Zealand's largest general insurance company, has acquired a majority stake in Carbar, a digital car subscription and trading platform in Australia. Carbar provides an alternative to car ownership, allowing customers to use a car for a recurring fee. Carbar offers SUVs, wagons, sedans, and more.
buyer: Insurance Australia Group (ASX:IAG:$5,122.04)
Insurance Australia Group (IAG) is Australia and New Zealand's largest general insurance company. IAG sells insurance under many leading brands, including CGU, SGIO, Swann Insurance, Lumley Insurance, and more. IAG serves consumer and business customers in Australia and New Zealand. "
 target: Carbar
Carbar is a digital car subscription and trading platform in Australia. Carbar provides an alternative to car ownership, allowing customers to use a car for a recurring fee. Carbar offers all types of cars, including SUVs, wagons, sedans, and more. The platform also allows customers to buy cars.
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closed 6/19/2019 via BNC Analysis

Grupo Supervielle S.A., acquired deautos.com

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synopsis: Argentine holding Grupo Supervielle has bought new and used car sales website deautos.com. The acquisition was made by its non-financial services subsidiary Espacio Cordial de Servicios. Deautos.com is the leading portal for the car market in Argentina.
buyer: Grupo Supervielle S.A. (BASE:SUPV:$424.10)
Grupo Supervielle is a universal financial services group headquartered in Argentina with a nationwide presence. The group provides financial services to all segments in the economy, focused on offering inclusive, high quality, and affordable financial products to individuals and corporations. "
 target: deautos.com
Deautos.com is a new and used car sales website. Deautos.com is the leading portal for the car market in Argentina. With deautos.com, users can access the best offers for used and new cars, and list their cars for sale.
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closed 6/5/2019 via BNC Analysis

Acko, acquired vLer Technologies Pvt Ltd

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synopsis: Mumbai-headquartered Acko, an insurance technology platform, has acquired vLer Technologies Pvt Ltd, an online car selling startup also headquartered in Mumbai, to get deeper into strengthening its auto insurance offerings.
buyer: Acko
Acko is an insurance technology platform that has built its business on two fronts. First, a direct to consumer offering sells automotive (car and two-wheeler) insurance for consumers. Second, it works with third parties to provide microinsurance products around other companies’ services. "
 target: vLer Technologies Pvt Ltd
vLer Technologies Pvt Ltd is an online car selling startup based in Mumbai, India. It provides car buyers a platform through an algorithm-based recommendation system, and dealer negotiations. Besides that it takes care of financing, insurance and other related paperwork after the deal is finalized.
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closed 10/24/2018 via BNC Analysis

Aston Barclay Ltd., acquired The Car Buying Group

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synopsis: Aston Barclay Ltd. has acquired The Car Buying Group (TCBG), one of the largest independent consumer car buying companies in the UK. Selling more than 10,000 cars nationwide, TCBG provides a fast and hassle free way to sell a car online alongside the usage of detailed vehicle history reports.
buyer: Aston Barclay Ltd.
Aston Barclay Ltd. provides vehicle auction and remarketing services for fleets, car supermarkets, general customers, leasing and finance companies, and franchised dealerships in Chelmsford, Leeds, Prees Heath, and Westbury, United Kingdom. "
 target: The Car Buying Group
The Car Buying Group is one of the fastest growing online car buying services in the UK. They provide a fast and hassle free way to sell a car online. By providing basic vehicle information (registration, mileage, number of owners etc.) a vehicle valuation will be provided instantly.
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closed 8/8/2017 via BusinessWire

Carvana, acquired Carlypso

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synopsis: Carvana, an online auto marketplace based in Arizona, has acquired Carlypso, another online auto marketplace based in California. Initially established as a peer-to-peer car selling service, Carlypso evolved into a managed marketplace, giving consumers direct access to wholesale inventory.
buyer: Carvana (CVNA:$858.87)
Simply put, Carvana is a better way to buy a car. People can browse, finance, and purchase a car online and have it delivered to them as soon as the next day. "
 target: Carlypso
Initially established as a peer-to-peer car selling service, Carlypso has evolved into a managed marketplace, giving consumers direct access to wholesale inventory.
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closed 9/28/2016 via PR Newswire

Thoma Bravo, LLC, acquired Trader Corporation

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synopsis: Thoma Bravo, LLC, a leading private equity investment firm, announced that it has completed its acquisition of TRADER Corporation, Canada's leading digital automotive marketplace and software solutions provider.
buyer: Thoma Bravo, LLC
Thoma Bravo is a leading private equity investment firm that provides equity and support to management teams and growing companies. The firm seeks to create value by collaborating with company management to improve business operations, invest in growth initiatives and make accretive acquisitions. "
 target parent: Apax Partners
target: Trader Corporation
TRADER is the largest and most trusted digital automotive marketplace in Canada and provides the most comprehensive set of marketing software solutions to Canadian automotive dealers. The company’s online marketplaces and destinations include: autoTRADER.ca™, autoHEBDO.net™ and Autos.ca.
price ($mm)
$1,216
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 6/15/2016 via BNC Analysis

Spinny, acquired HopCar Technologies Pvt. Ltd.

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synopsis: Delhi-based Spinny, which operates in the pre-owned car segment, has acquired Gurgaon-based HopCar, another startup in the same industry. HopCar is an online platform that connects car buyers directly to sellers, assuring quality at accurate prices.
buyer: Spinny
Spinny is a dedicated online marketplace for used cars. They are a team of 50+ members who share the vision of establishing transparency and honesty in the pre-owned car market. Each car has to go through a gruelling 200-Points Spinny Inspection process before it gets listed on Spinny. "
 target: HopCar Technologies Pvt. Ltd.
HopCar is changing the way cars are bought and sold; hopping them from the people who own them to the people who need them in a way that's easy, affordable, transparent and data-driven. HopCar is an online platform that connects buyers directly to sellers, assuring quality at accurate prices.
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closed 2/3/2016 via Company Press Release

Acorn Money Limited, acquired Autoebid Limited

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synopsis: Autoebid, recognised as a leading name in the new car discount marketplace, announced that the company has changed ownership following a bid from established finance broker, Acorn Money. Autoebid Limited offers a platform for buying and selling cars.
buyer: Acorn Money Limited
Acorn Money develops and invests in the next generation of FinTech, using big data and machine learning to create innovative user experience linked back to real world high value lending solutions. They aim to empower consumers at the point of sale to make the best economic decision. "
 target: Autoebid Limited
Autoebid Limited offers a platform for buying and selling cars. AutoeBid has obtained clients the best new car discount & new van discount in the UK. They get over 1,800 dealers to compete against each other to give the best new car discount & delivery times on a new car or new van.
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closed 1/22/2014 via Company Press Release

Bauer Media Group, acquired Gebrauchtwagen.de

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synopsis: Bauer Media Group has acquired Gebrauchtwagen.de. Gebrauchtwagen.de is an online car platform enabling users to search for new or used cars. It also allows one to sell their car with no commission fee.
buyer: Bauer Media Group
Bauer Media Group publishes, sells, and markets magazines, periodicals, and various special publications focusing on magazines, radio/TV, and online media business segments in Germany and internationally. "
 target: Gebrauchtwagen.de
Gebrauchtwagen.de is an online car platform enabling users to search for new or used cars. It also allows one to sell their car with no commission fee.
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closed 12/3/2012 via BNC Analysis

MEC Manchester, acquired We Buy Any Car Ltd.

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synopsis: Webuyanycar.com has been acquired by MEC Manchester. Webuyanycar.com is one of the world’s leading used car buyers.
buyer parent: WPP Group, plc
buyer: MEC Manchester
MEC Manchester is a media planning and buying agency based in Manchester, England. "
 target: We Buy Any Car Ltd.
We Buy Any Car Ltd., doing business as webuyanycar.com, provides a platform to its clients to sell used cars and vans online.
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EV / EBITDA
closed 6/20/2012 via BNC Analysis

Produktion 203 Media AB, acquired Bilweb

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synopsis: Digital marketng firm Produktion 203 Media AB has acquired Bilweb from Eniro AB. Bilweb is one of the largest marketplaces for new and used cars on the Internet. It offers information on car purchases, tests, articles, funding, technical data, etc.
buyer: Produktion 203 Media AB
Produktion 203 Media AB provides Web agency services in Sweden. The company develops Websites and optimizes existing Websites. It offers search engine optimization and search engine marketing services; Web hosting services for servers; and content management systems. "
 target parent: Eniro AB
target: Bilweb
Bilweb is one of the largest marketplaces for new and used cars on the Internet. It offers information on car purchases, tests, articles, funding, technical data, etc.
price ($mm)
$0.68
rev ($mm)
$1
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
0.6x
EV / EBITDA
closed 8/3/2011 via BNC Analysis

Apax Partners, acquired Trader Corporation

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synopsis: Apax Partners has closed the acquisition of Trader Corporation from Yellow Media Inc. The assets that were acquired by Apax Partners from Yellow Media Inc. comprise AutoTrader.ca, Canada's leading online automotive classified marketplace, and approximately 30% interest in Dealer Dot Com, Inc.
buyer: Apax Partners
Apax Partners is one of the world's leading private equity investment groups. It operates across the United States, Europe and Asia and has more than 30 years of investing experience. Funds under the advice and management of Apax Partners globally total around $40 billion. "
 target parent: Yellow Pages Group Co
target: Trader Corporation
Trader Corporation is a leader in print and digital vertical media and offers a broad set of services such as inventory management, web solutions, optimization of media spend and lead-generation campaigns. Trader caters to the automotive, real estate and generalist verticals.
price ($mm)
$724
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
closed 8/17/2009 via Company Press Release

The Hertz Corporation, acquired Automoti Group, Inc.

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synopsis: Hertz Global Holdings, Inc. announced that it has acquired the assets of Automoti Group, Inc., an online marketplace for consumers to directly purchase used cars at discounted prices. Automoti’s end-to-end solutions are currently utilized by the Hertz Rent2Buy program which enables consumers to rent a car for up to three days prior to purchase.
buyer: The Hertz Corporation (HTZ:$7,101.51)
The Hertz Corporation, a subsidiary of Hertz Global Holdings, Inc., is the world’s largest general use car rental brand, operating from approximately 8,000 locations in 145 countries worldwide. Hertz is the number one airport car rental brand in the U.S. "
 target: Automoti Group, Inc.
Automoti.com is changing the way people buy used cars. Automoti.com has set themselves apart in the automotive industry by allowing consumers to try cars before they purchase them. Automoti.com is a virtual showroom that sells high quality, used cars nationwide.
price ($mm)
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closed 5/14/2014 via BusinessWire

Vehcon, acquired Car Demander

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synopsis: Atlanta-based Vehcon, Inc., an innovator in the vehicle telematics and mobile data industry, announced it acquired the assets of Orlando-based Car Demander, a company that connects consumers to the cars they want to buy via an online and mobile platform.
buyer: Vehcon
Vehcon’s patent-protected web and mobile solutions collect and authenticate predictive vehicle data, enabling drivers to lower their total cost of vehicle ownership while maintaining optimal privacy and control. "
 target: Car Demander
Car Demander connects consumers to the cars they want to buy via an online and mobile platform. Their technology allows a consumer to input a “demand” for a vehicle that meets their individual criteria, and returns “best offers” on matching vehicles from participating dealers.
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