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closed 2/24/2016 via Company Press Release

CDK Global, acquired New Car IQ

See 213 Comparable Transactions
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 4/14/2022 via PR Newswire

Hagerty, acquired Speed Digital

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synopsis: Hagerty, Inc., an automotive lifestyle brand and a leading specialty insurance provider focused on the global automotive enthusiast market, has acquired Speed Digital, an industry leading provider of cloud-based technology solutions for dealers, auction houses, collectors and enthusiasts.
buyer: Hagerty (HGTY:$619.08)
Hagerty is a worldwide automotive brand dedicated to the love of driving. They are the world's largest specialty insurance provider for classic vehicles of all kinds. Hagerty, the magazine, is among the highest circulation car magazines in the country. "
 target: Speed Digital
Speed Digital is an industry leading provider of cloud-based technology solutions for dealers, auction houses, collectors and enthusiasts.
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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 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 (ACVA:$358.44)
ACV provides a vibrant digital marketplace for wholesale vehicle transactions and data services that offers transparent and accurate vehicle information to customers. ACV's platform leverages data insights and technology to power its digital marketplace and data services. "
 target: MAX Digital, LLC
MAX Digital is a pioneer in automotive data and merchandising products and best known for its flagship inventory management system (IMS) platform FirstLook. MAX Digital tools are all cloud-based and can integrate easily with existing Dealer Management Systems (DMS).
price ($mm)
$60
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closed 7/7/2021 via PR Web

Motility Software Solutions, acquired Lot Metrix

See 209 Comparable Transactions
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 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:$558.05)
CarGurus is an online automotive marketplace connecting buyers and sellers of new and used cars. The Company uses proprietary technology, search algorithms, and data analytics to bring trust and transparency to the automotive search experience and help users find great deals from top-rated dealers. "
 target: CarOffer, LLC
CarOffer is the automotive industry’s first instant trade platform that helps dealers trade more, buy more, and make more. Leveraging the power of data, national scale, and the company’s Buying Matrix technology, the platform helps dealers acquire and exchange used inventory more efficiently.
price ($mm)
$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

See 451 Comparable Transactions
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)
EBITDA ($mm)
$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 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
EV / EBITDA
36.1x
closed 7/11/2012 via BusinessWire

vAuto, Inc., acquired Auction Genius

See 316 Comparable Transactions
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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EV / rev
6.5x
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closed 6/16/2011 via PR Newswire

AutoTrader.com, Inc., acquired VinSolutions LLC

See 294 Comparable Transactions
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.

See 266 Comparable Transactions
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 4/25/2022 via PR Newswire

3M, acquired LeanTec

See 86 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: 3M, a company that applies science in collaborative ways to improve lives daily, has acquired LeanTec, a provider of digital inventory management solutions for the automotive aftermarket industry. LeanTec's cloud-based system allows users to secure, track, & manage their inventory from anywhere in the world.
buyer: 3M (MMM:$35,355.00)
3M serves customers through five business groups, which increase speed and efficiency by sharing technological, manufacturing, marketing and other resources. These groups are: Consumer, Electronics and Energy, Health Care, Industrial, and Safety and Graphics. "
 target: LeanTec
LeanTec is a provider of digital inventory management solutions for the automotive aftermarket industry. LeanTec helps businesses to increase material profits & repair facility efficiency. Their cloud-based system allows users to secure, track, & manage their inventory from anywhere in the world.
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closed 4/25/2022 via PR Newswire

3M, acquired LeanTec

See 86 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: 3M, a company that applies science in collaborative ways to improve lives daily, has acquired LeanTec, a provider of digital inventory management solutions for the automotive aftermarket industry. LeanTec's cloud-based system allows users to secure, track, & manage their inventory from anywhere in the world.
buyer: 3M (MMM:$35,355.00)
3M serves customers through five business groups, which increase speed and efficiency by sharing technological, manufacturing, marketing and other resources. These groups are: Consumer, Electronics and Energy, Health Care, Industrial, and Safety and Graphics. "
 target: LeanTec
LeanTec is a provider of digital inventory management solutions for the automotive aftermarket industry. LeanTec helps businesses to increase material profits & repair facility efficiency. Their cloud-based system allows users to secure, track, & manage their inventory from anywhere in the world.
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closed 2/1/2022 via BNC Analysis

Trust Payments Ltd, acquired WonderLane Solutions Ltd

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synopsis: U.K. FinTech Trust Payments has acquired retail technology firm WonderLane. WonderLane, also based in the U.K., works with retailers to deliver systems designed to speed up the checkout process, engage customers and provide a single view of inventory, products and customers.
buyer: Trust Payments Ltd
Trust Payments is a global unified payments group for global pay-in, pay-out, and customer journey technologies. The company helps businesses to optimise their sales and customer experience through facilitating speedy and seamless payments. "
 target: WonderLane Solutions Ltd
WonderLane, based in the U.K., works with retailers to deliver systems designed to speed up the checkout process, engage customers and provide a single view of inventory, products and customers.
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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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announced 4/7/2022 via GlobeNewswire

Brookfield Asset Management, Inc., will acquire CDK Global

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synopsis: Brookfield Business Partners, together with institutional partners (collectively “Brookfield”), will acquire CDK Global Inc., a leading provider of technology services and software solutions that help automotive dealers and manufacturers run their businesses more efficiently.
buyer: Brookfield Asset Management, Inc. (BAM:$75,731.00)
Brookfield is a leading global alternative asset manager with approximately $690 billion of assets under management across real estate, infrastructure, renewable power and transition, private equity, and credit. "
 target: CDK Global (CDK:$1,673.20)
CDK Global is a leading provider of retail technology and software as a service (SaaS) solutions that help dealers and auto manufacturers run their businesses more efficiently, drive improved profitability and create frictionless purchasing and ownership experiences for consumers.
price ($mm)[EV]
$6,535 [$8,249]
rev ($mm)
$1,730
EBITDA ($mm)
$567
EV / rev
4.8x
EV / EBITDA
14.6x
announced 9/24/2021 via BusinessWire

CDK Global, will acquire Salty

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synopsis: CDK Global, Inc. will acquire Salty Dot, Inc., a mobile-first solution that helps consumers secure the insurance they need for their vehicle without leaving the car-buying experience. Salty’s technology will further expand CDK’s suite of digital offerings and grow its total addressable market beyond the digitization of traditional dealer workflows.
buyer: CDK Global (CDK:$1,673.20)
CDK Global is a provider of integrated data and technology solutions to the automotive, heavy truck, recreation, and heavy equipment industries. Focused on enabling end-to-end, omnichannel retail commerce through open, agnostic technology, CDK Global provides solutions to dealers and OEMs. "
 target: Salty
Salty Dot, Inc. is the Embedded Insurance technology company. The company’s platform is a proprietary Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solution that enables carriers and distribution partners to offer a customized policy to insure a product or service in real-time during the purchase process.
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closed 6/2/2021 via GlobeNewswire

CDK Global, acquired Roadster, Inc.

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synopsis: CDK Global, Inc., a leading retail automotive technology company, has completed the acquisition of Palo Alto, Calif.-based Roadster, Inc., a digital sales platform that modernizes the way consumers buy vehicles and the process in which dealers sell them.
buyer: CDK Global (CDK:$1,673.20)
CDK Global is a provider of integrated data and technology solutions to the automotive, heavy truck, recreation, and heavy equipment industries. Focused on enabling end-to-end, omnichannel retail commerce through open, agnostic technology, CDK Global provides solutions to dealers and OEMs. "
 target: Roadster, Inc.
Roadster, Inc. is a digital sales platform that modernizes the way consumers buy vehicles and the process in which dealers sell them. With Roadster's proprietary technology platform, dealerships can provide hassle-free car buying in-store, online or on the go.
price ($mm)
$360
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closed 2/2/2021 via BusinessWire

CDK Global, acquired Square Root

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synopsis: CDK Global, Inc., a leading retail automotive technology company, has acquired Square Root. Founded in 2006, Square Root is the creator of CoEFFICIENT, which helps automotive original equipment manufacturer (OEM) field managers understand and act on unique data patterns and opportunities for retailers in their markets.
buyer: CDK Global (CDK:$1,673.20)
CDK Global is a provider of integrated data and technology solutions to the automotive, heavy truck, recreation, and heavy equipment industries. Focused on enabling end-to-end, omnichannel retail commerce through open, agnostic technology, CDK Global provides solutions to dealers and OEMs. "
 target: Square Root
Square Root develops data curation software for automotive OEMs to empower field and dealer leadership. Their software and data as a service platform, CoEFFICIENT, blends data science and collaborative workflows to turn disparate data into actionable insights.
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closed 3/1/2021 via Company Press Release

Francisco Partners Management LLC, purchased International Business from CDK Global

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synopsis: CDK Global, Inc., a leading provider of dealer management systems (DMS) and integrated information technology solutions to the automotive retailing and adjacent industries, has completed the sale of its CDK International business segment (CDKI) to Francisco Partners.
buyer: Francisco Partners Management LLC
Francisco Partners is a leading global investment firm that specializes in partnering with technology and technology-enabled businesses. Francisco Partners has raised approximately $24 billion in committed capital and invested in more than 300 technology companies. "
 seller: CDK Global (CDK:$1,673.20)
CDK Global is a leading global provider technology solutions to the automotive industry. Focused on enabling end-to-end automotive commerce, CDK Global provides solutions to dealers in more than 100 countries around the world.
price ($mm)
$1,450
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
$97
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
15.0x
closed 4/22/2020 via PR Newswire

Ansira, purchased Digital Marketing Business from CDK Global

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synopsis: Ansira, an independent global marketing services and solutions company, has acquired the CDK Global Digital Marketing Business. The CDK Digital Marketing Business uses powerful proprietary websites and advertising technology to improve the customer experience and drive unique visitors across a multi-tiered automotive landscape.
buyer parent: Advent International
buyer: Ansira
Ansira is an independent, global marketing agency that enables clients to prioritize customer experiences. Ansira believes designing relevant, persuasive experiences for all the right moments is the only way to strengthen relationships, cultivate brand loyalists, and assure profitable growth. "
 seller: CDK Global (CDK:$1,673.20)
CDK Global is a leading global provider technology solutions to the automotive industry. The CDK Digital Marketing Business uses powerful proprietary websites and advertising technology to improve the customer experience and drive unique visitors across a multi-tiered automotive landscape.
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announced 7/16/2018 via BusinessWire

CDK Global, will acquire ELEAD1ONE

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synopsis: CDK Global, Inc., a leading enabler of automotive commerce, announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire ELEAD1ONE, the leading provider of fully integrated CRM software solutions to automotive dealers, serving approximately 4,000 dealerships across North America.
buyer: CDK Global (CDK:$1,673.20)
CDK Global is a leading global provider of integrated information technology and digital marketing solutions to the automotive retail and adjacent industries. Focused on enabling end-to-end automotive commerce, CDK Global provides solutions to dealers in more than 100 countries around the world. "
 target: ELEAD1ONE
ELEAD1ONE is the leading provider of fully integrated CRM software solutions to automotive dealers, serving approximately 4,000 dealerships across North America. The ELEAD1ONE platform delivers a comprehensively featured customer experience through its solution suite.
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closed 4/17/2018 via BusinessWire

CDK Global, acquired Progressus Media

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synopsis: CDK Global, a leading enabler of end-to-end automotive commerce, announced that it has purchased Progressus Media, a specialty provider of mobile advertising solutions for dealerships, agencies, and automotive marketing companies.
buyer: CDK Global (CDK:$1,673.20)
CDK Global is a leading global provider of integrated information technology and digital marketing solutions to the automotive retail and adjacent industries. Focused on enabling end-to-end automotive commerce, CDK Global provides solutions to dealers in more than 100 countries around the world. "
 target: Progressus Media
Progressus Media is a specialty provider of mobile advertising solutions for dealerships, agencies, and automotive marketing companies. Each day, their platform serves 145,000 automotive shoppers and generates over 11,000 direct customer inquiries in the US and Canada.
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closed 10/26/2017 via BusinessWire

CDK Global, acquired Dashboard Dealership Enterprises

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synopsis: CDK Global has purchased Dashboard Dealership Enterprises (DDE), a leader in reporting solutions for auto dealers. DDE is a full-service enterprise reporting company that has a solid track record of implementing its flagship product, Executive Eye, with some of the largest dealership groups in the United States.
buyer: CDK Global (CDK:$1,673.20)
CDK Global is a leading global provider of integrated information technology and digital marketing solutions to the automotive retail and adjacent industries. Focused on enabling end-to-end automotive commerce, CDK Global provides solutions to dealers in more than 100 countries around the world. "
 target: Dashboard Dealership Enterprises
Dashboard Dealership Enterprises (DDE) is a leader in reporting solutions for auto dealers. DDE is a full-service enterprise reporting company that has a solid track record of implementing its flagship product, Executive Eye, with some of the largest dealership groups in the United States.
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announced 5/24/2017 via BusinessWire

CDK Global, will acquire Auto/Mate Dealership Systems

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synopsis: CDK Global, a leading global provider of integrated IT and digital marketing solutions to the automotive retail and adjacent industries, is to acquire Auto/Mate Dealership Systems, a leading provider of dealership management system (DMS) software to retail automotive dealerships.
buyer: CDK Global (CDK:$1,673.20)
With more than $2 billion in revenues, CDK Global is a leading global provider of integrated information technology and digital marketing solutions to the automotive retail and adjacent industries. "
 target: Auto/Mate Dealership Systems
Auto/Mate Dealership Systems is a leading provider of dealership management system (DMS) software to retail automotive dealerships, typically saving dealers thousands of dollars per month from their current provider.
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closed 2/24/2016 via Company Press Release

CDK Global, acquired New Car IQ

See 213 Comparable Transactions
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 5/21/2015 via GlobeNewswire

Autobytel Inc., acquired Dealix

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synopsis: Autobytel Inc., a leading provider of online automotive services connecting consumers with dealers, has acquired Dealix Corporation and Autotegrity, Inc.(wholly-owned subsidiaries of CDK Global, LLC). Dealix provides new and used car leads to dealerships, dealer groups, and automotive manufacturers.
buyer: Autobytel Inc. (ABTL:$110.04)
Autobytel Inc. provides high quality consumer leads and associated marketing services to automotive dealers and manufacturers throughout the United States. The company also provides consumers with robust and original online automotive content to help them make informed car-buying decisions. "
 target parent: CDK Global
target: Dealix
Dealix provides new and used car leads to dealerships, dealer groups, and automotive manufacturers, and consistently ranks as a top auto sales lead provider in the industry.
price ($mm)
$25
rev ($mm)
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announced 4/7/2022 via GlobeNewswire

Brookfield Asset Management, Inc., will acquire CDK Global

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synopsis: Brookfield Business Partners, together with institutional partners (collectively “Brookfield”), will acquire CDK Global Inc., a leading provider of technology services and software solutions that help automotive dealers and manufacturers run their businesses more efficiently.
buyer: Brookfield Asset Management, Inc. (BAM:$75,731.00)
Brookfield is a leading global alternative asset manager with approximately $690 billion of assets under management across real estate, infrastructure, renewable power and transition, private equity, and credit. "
 target: CDK Global (CDK:$1,673.20)
CDK Global is a leading provider of retail technology and software as a service (SaaS) solutions that help dealers and auto manufacturers run their businesses more efficiently, drive improved profitability and create frictionless purchasing and ownership experiences for consumers.
price ($mm)[EV]
$6,535 [$8,249]
rev ($mm)
$1,730
EBITDA ($mm)
$567
EV / rev
4.8x
EV / EBITDA
14.6x
closed 7/13/2021 via PR Newswire

XLerate Group, acquired Liquid Motors Inc.

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synopsis: The XLerate Group has acquired Liquid Motors, a critical service provider to independent auctions, dealers, marketplaces, and key industry participants. Liquid Motors offers various software and services that create competitive advantages by generating and capturing more cost-effective Internet leads by utilizing a variety of online channels.
buyer parent: Huron Capital Partners LLC
buyer: XLerate Group
XLerate Group Auctions are a leading group of independent auctions with over 20 different simulcast online/physical sales combined with remote and off-site dealer sales, in California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Michigan, New Mexico, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas, and Wisconsin, "
 target: Liquid Motors Inc.
Liquid Motors offers the automotive industry comprehensive Internet marketing solutions designed to maximize lead generation. For automotive dealers, they provide a variety of software and services that create competitive advantages by generating and capturing more cost-effective Internet leads.
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closed 3/1/2021 via Company Press Release

Francisco Partners Management LLC, purchased International Business from CDK Global

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synopsis: CDK Global, Inc., a leading provider of dealer management systems (DMS) and integrated information technology solutions to the automotive retailing and adjacent industries, has completed the sale of its CDK International business segment (CDKI) to Francisco Partners.
buyer: Francisco Partners Management LLC
Francisco Partners is a leading global investment firm that specializes in partnering with technology and technology-enabled businesses. Francisco Partners has raised approximately $24 billion in committed capital and invested in more than 300 technology companies. "
 seller: CDK Global (CDK:$1,673.20)
CDK Global is a leading global provider technology solutions to the automotive industry. Focused on enabling end-to-end automotive commerce, CDK Global provides solutions to dealers in more than 100 countries around the world.
price ($mm)
$1,450
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
$97
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
15.0x
closed 4/22/2020 via PR Newswire

Ansira, purchased Digital Marketing Business from CDK Global

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synopsis: Ansira, an independent global marketing services and solutions company, has acquired the CDK Global Digital Marketing Business. The CDK Digital Marketing Business uses powerful proprietary websites and advertising technology to improve the customer experience and drive unique visitors across a multi-tiered automotive landscape.
buyer parent: Advent International
buyer: Ansira
Ansira is an independent, global marketing agency that enables clients to prioritize customer experiences. Ansira believes designing relevant, persuasive experiences for all the right moments is the only way to strengthen relationships, cultivate brand loyalists, and assure profitable growth. "
 seller: CDK Global (CDK:$1,673.20)
CDK Global is a leading global provider technology solutions to the automotive industry. The CDK Digital Marketing Business uses powerful proprietary websites and advertising technology to improve the customer experience and drive unique visitors across a multi-tiered automotive landscape.
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announced 8/14/2019 via BNC Analysis

JTZ Enterprise, will acquire Higher Turnover

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synopsis: JTZ Enterprise, a leading Website and Internet Marketing Solutions Provider for the auto industry and businesses of all types, has acquired Higher Turnover, a company that serves automotive car dealers and sales persons with affordable online advertising solutions.
buyer: JTZ Enterprise
JTZ Enterprise LLC is a leading Website and Internet Marketing Solutions Provider for all businesses types. JTZ Enterprise was founded in May 1995 and always had a focus on the Automotive Industry, in general, while at the same time serving the needs of businesses of all types. "
 target: Higher Turnover
Since 2005, Higher Turnover, LLC has been serving automotive car dealers and sales persons with affordable online advertising solutions. They offer custom website development, window stickers, eBay and Craigs List posting tools, inventory management, lead management, automotive SEO and more.
price ($mm)
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announced 4/30/2019 via Company Press Release

Thoma Bravo, LLC, will acquire Autodata Solutions Group

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synopsis: Thoma Bravo, LLC, a leading private equity investment firm, has reached an agreement to acquire Autodata Solutions, a Canadian company serving the global automotive industry with versatile data, technology, and marketing solutions.
buyer: Thoma Bravo, LLC
Thoma Bravo is a leading private equity investment firm providing equity and strategic support to experienced management teams and growing companies. The firm currently manages a series of private equity funds representing more than $30 billion of equity commitments. "
 target parent: Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co.
target: Autodata Solutions Group
Headquartered in Canada, Autodata Solutions, along with its Chrome Data and UnityWorks brands, serves the global automotive industry with versatile data, technology, and marketing solutions. Their software and SaaS solutions increase the effectiveness of the automotive sales chain.
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closed 4/17/2018 via BusinessWire

Carvana, acquired Car360

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synopsis: Carvana, a leading e-commerce platform for buying used cars, has acquired fellow technology innovator Car360. The Car360 platform enables interactive visualization of cars and related data and increases revenue for businesses that currently use pictures or videos for merchandising or inspecting vehicles.
buyer: Carvana (CVNA:$858.87)
Carvana enables consumers to quickly and easily buy a car online, including finding their preferred vehicle, qualifying for financing, getting a trade-in value, signing contracts, and receiving as-soon-as-next-day delivery or pickup. "
 target: Car360
Car360, Inc. is at the forefront of bringing computer vision and augmented reality to the auto industry. The Car360 platform enables interactive visualization of cars and related data and increases revenue for businesses that currently use pictures or videos for merchandising or inspecting vehicles.
price ($mm)
$22
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
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EV / EBITDA
closed 3/28/2018 via BusinessWire

UpCurve, Inc., acquired Online Automotive Solutions

See 101 Comparable Transactions
synopsis: New Media Investment Group Inc., one of the largest publishers of locally based print and online media in the US, has acquired substantially all the assets of Online Automotive Solutions, a tech-enabled video, data and auto-focused inventory solutions provider, through UpCurve, their digital marketing company.
buyer parent: New Media Investment Group
buyer: UpCurve, Inc.
UpCurve provides products and services that support stronger growth, greater productivity and company-wide efficiency. Their products include digital marketing, CRM software and integration, marketing automation, cloud solutions, voice and email communication offerings, and small business financing."
 target: Online Automotive Solutions
Online Automotive Solutions is a tech-enabled video, data and auto-focused inventory solutions provider. Their core business strategy is to leverage best in class technologies to save dealers’ time—time that should be spent prospecting and selling cars.
price ($mm)
$4.00
rev ($mm)
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EV / EBITDA
closed 10/25/2017 via PR Newswire

Team Velocity Marketing, acquired Car-Mercial

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synopsis: Team Velocity Marketing has acquired the industry leader in video pre-roll, Car-Mercial. Car-Mercial helps automotive manufacturers and dealerships implement digital marketing campaigns to attract and service more customers. They offer strategies to increase traffic and sales through search engine optimization and reputation management.
buyer: Team Velocity Marketing
Team Velocity Marketing is the most sophisticated, data-driven marketing agency serving the automotive industry. Team Velocity has been developing proprietary technology that works exclusively for analyzing the automotive market. "
 target: Car-Mercial
Car-Mercial is the leader in video pre-roll. Car-Mercial helps automotive manufacturers and dealerships implement digital marketing campaigns to attract and service more customers. They offer strategies to increase traffic and sales through search engine optimization and reputation management.
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EV / EBITDA
closed 10/4/2017 via BNC Analysis

PureCars, acquired Showroom Logic

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synopsis: Digital automotive ad technology company PureCars has purchased competitor Showroom Logic. Showroom Logic is one of the most innovative automotive technology companies in America. As the innovator in automotive digital marketing, Showroom Logic continues to redefine how dealerships and OEMs capture market share and new customers.
buyer parent: Raycom Media, Inc.
buyer: PureCars
Founded in 2007, PureCars has worked with dealers to provide consumers with Value Reports to showcase their inventories best attributes. Today, PureCars has grown into a leading digital marketing platform that brings consumers from search to showroom. "
 target: Showroom Logic
Showroom Logic is one of the most innovative automotive technology companies in America. As the innovator in automotive digital marketing, Showroom Logic continues to redefine how dealerships and OEMs capture market share and new customers.
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closed 8/21/2017 via GlobeNewswire

A5 Capital Inc., acquired Shift Marketing Studio, Inc.

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synopsis: Ontario, Canada-based Shift Marketing Studio, Inc. has been acquired by A5 Capital, an investment group also based in Ontario. Founded in 2010, Shift Marketing Studio provides digital loyalty and conquest marketing programs to a client base of over 900 Canadian auto dealerships.
buyer: A5 Capital Inc.
A5 Capital is a hands-on investment firm seeking to acquire a controlling stake in a private company. Post acquisition, the A5 Capital team will take an active role, working along-side management in order to grow and build on the company's legacy. "
 target: Shift Marketing Studio, Inc.
Shift Marketing Studio provides digital loyalty and conquest marketing programs to a client base of over 900 Canadian auto dealerships. The company improves dealerships’ bottom lines by engaging potential customers through discounts and promotional offers for pre-negotiated deals.
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EV / EBITDA
closed 8/7/2017 via PR Web

Dealer Authority, acquired Dealer Authority

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synopsis: Tyson Madliger, Founder and CEO, has acquired all shares of Dealer Authority, a boutique automotive digital marketing agency specializing in search and social. Founded in 2013, Dealer Authority focuses on manual, strategy-driven solutions for automotive dealers.
buyer: Dealer Authority
Dealer Authority is an automotive digital marketing firm specializing in high-end marketing delivery in search, social, website management, and consulting. Founded in 2013, Dealer Authority focuses on manual, strategy-driven solutions for dealers. "
 target: Dealer Authority
Dealer Authority is an automotive digital marketing firm specializing in high-end marketing delivery in search, social, website management, and consulting. Founded in 2013, Dealer Authority focuses on manual, strategy-driven solutions for dealers.
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closed 5/4/2017 via PR Web

Stream Companies, acquired WorldDealer, Inc.

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synopsis: Stream Companies, a full service advertising agency, is pleased to announce it has acquired WorldDealer, a company that provides auto dealers with full-service, turnkey traditional and digital solutions. They blend online and offline marketing strategies to create a seamless communication approach for auto dealers.
buyer: Stream Companies
Stream Companies is a full service advertising agency that specializes in launching, positioning, and long term management of brands on full service contracts and a project-by-project basis. "
 target: WorldDealer, Inc.
WorldDealer, Inc. was founded in April 2000 and provides auto dealers with full-service, turnkey traditional and digital solutions. They blend online and offline marketing strategies to create a seamless communication approach for auto dealers.
price ($mm)
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closed 12/5/2016 via Company Press Release

Spokes Marketing merged with Strategic Factory,

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synopsis: Strategic Factory, a cross-media marketing company, announces a strategic merger with Spokes Marketing, an ad agency specializing in digital marketing for small and medium-sized businesses since 2006.
buyer: Strategic Factory
Strategic Factory encourages collaboration between strategy and creativity to deliver powerful, cohesive and innovative campaigns. Services include marketing, graphic design, printing, mailing, signage, promotional products, and customized apparel. "
 target: Spokes Marketing
Spokes Marketing is an ad agency specializing in digital marketing for small and medium-sized businesses since 2006. Spokes helps clients grow their businesses by generating leads.
price ($mm)
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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)
EBITDA ($mm)
$2
EV / rev
EV / EBITDA
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:$11,662.00)
Founded in 1995 in San Jose, Calif., eBay Inc. connects millions of buyers and sellers globally on a daily basis through eBay, the world’s largest online marketplace, and PayPal, which enables individuals and businesses to securely, easily and quickly send and receive online payments. "
 target: Cargigi, Inc.
Cargigi is the auto industry’s largest provider of advertising and marketing services on the Internet’s most popular free classified websites. Cargigi has acquired thousands of dealership clients nationally.
price ($mm)
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closed 9/9/2015 via PR Newswire

Urban Science, acquired AutoHook

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synopsis: Urban Science, a Detroit-based global provider of analytical solutions for automotive OEMs and their dealers, has acquired AutoHook, a digital marketing solutions provider focused on driving in-market shoppers directly to dealerships.
buyer: Urban Science
Urban Science is a global automotive consulting firm that takes a scientific approach to help manufacturers and dealers identify where they should allocate resources in order to improve market share, profitability and customer loyalty in the most effective and efficient manner. "
 target parent: HookLogic
target: AutoHook
AutoHook is a digital marketing solutions provider focused on driving in-market shoppers directly to automobile dealerships. AutoHook's innovative digital marketing solutions include Web2Show, Lead2Show, and Mobile2Show which focus on increasing visibility in the saturated digital market.
price ($mm)
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closed 4/23/2015 via Market Wire

Internet Brands, Inc., acquired Net Driven

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synopsis: Net Driven, a premier provider of web solutions and Internet marketing services for the automotive industry, has been acquired by Internet Brands. The acquisition furthers Internet Brands' position as a leading provider of technology solutions for the automotive industry.
buyer parent: Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co.
buyer: Internet Brands, Inc. (:$107.45)
Headquartered in El Segundo, Calif., Internet Brands, Inc. is a fully integrated online media and software services organization focused on four high-value vertical categories: Automotive, Health, Legal and Home / Travel. "
 target: Net Driven
Net Driven® is the most trusted provider of digital marketing strategies designed exclusively for the automotive industry. Net Driven delivers the highest return on investment by helping dealers compete and succeed against the competition.
price ($mm)
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closed 1/19/2015 via PR Newswire

DealerSocket, Inc., acquired DealerFire

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synopsis: DealerSocket has acquired DealerFire, a provider of custom automotive websites and digital marketing. DealerFire provides custom automotive website solutions from large automotive dealer groups to independent dealers; supplying dealerships with extensive automotive websites, mobile applications, content marketing, and search engine marketing (SEM).
buyer parent: Vista Equity Partners
buyer: DealerSocket, Inc.
DealerSocket provides the automotive industry with the most comprehensive Customer Relationship Management (CRM) solution available to the market today, allowing auto dealers to save time, save money, and improve sales staff effectiveness with one consolidated product. "
 target: DealerFire
DealerFire is a custom automotive web design and digital marketing firm that has been providing leading internet solutions and direct leads to large dealership groups and independent car dealers internationally for over a decade.
price ($mm)
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
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closed 1/12/2015 via BNC Analysis

WebMotors S.A., acquired VMotors

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synopsis: Santander-owned Webmotors, a Brazil classifieds portal specializing in cars, has acquired VMotors, a technology and marketing-based firm. VMotors is headquartered in Rio de Janeiro and provides digital tools for dealerships, which need to manage their online businesses in the cars segment.
buyer parent: Banco Santander, S.A.
buyer: WebMotors S.A.
WebMotors S.A. operates a Web site for new and used automotives. It also provides Car Schedule, an automatic system that includes features of individual user's vehicle. "
 target: VMotors
VMotors is a company specialized in providing digital services and web marketing. VMotors is headquartered in Rio de Janeiro and provides digital tools for dealerships, which need to manage their online businesses in the cars segment.
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rev ($mm)
$43.75
EBITDA ($mm)
$1.14
EBIT ($mm)
($0.63)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
300
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Ticker: AIM:UNG
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Universe Group plc
Universe Group plc
Universe Group plc provides some of the world's leading retailers with point of sale, payment and loyalty solutions. The Group's solutions are based on its own proprietary software and are offered out of the Cloud on a software as a service model.
year
2018
rev ($mm)
$26.32
EBITDA ($mm)
$2.69
EBIT ($mm)
$1.60
Net Income ($mm)
$0.67
Employees
249
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Ticker: OTCPK:MFON
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Mobivity
Mobivity
Mobivity helps restaurant and retail brands realize their strategy of growing their business by increasing customer frequency, engagement, and spend.
year
2018
rev ($mm)
$11.78
EBITDA ($mm)
($4.45)
EBIT ($mm)
($4.52)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
61
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Ticker: TSXV:AKR
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Ackroo Inc.
Ackroo provides gift card and loyalty processing solutions to help businesses attract, retain and grow their customers and their revenues. Their solution can process gift card & loyalty transactions at the point-of-sale and provide merchants with important administrative and marketing data.
year
2020
rev ($mm)
$5.02
EBITDA ($mm)
$0.94
EBIT ($mm)
($0.60)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
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Ticker: SLC
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Slyce
Slyce
Slyce is a visual search technology company based in Toronto, Ontario and is engaged in the business of providing advanced visual search software that allows consumers to purchase products at the moment they discover them - in the real world and online.
year
2015
rev ($mm)
$0.83
EBITDA ($mm)
($9.35)
EBIT ($mm)
($9.48)
Net Income ($mm)
Employees
70
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Ticker: AIM:PROX
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Proxama Ltd.
Proxama Ltd.
Proxama are experts in NFC payments, ticketing and NFC and proximity marketing. Proxama's primary focus is on developing contactless payment solutions for mobiles through product development consultancy, systems integration and product licensing.
year
2014
rev ($mm)
EBITDA ($mm)
EBIT ($mm)
Net Income ($mm)
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