Acquiring Company
Cars.com
Acquired Company
DealerClub
ChicagoSarasotaSoftwareinformation technology & servicesWholesaleDescription
Cars Commerce, the parent company of Cars.com, has acquired DealerClub, a digital wholesale auction platform. This strategic move allows Cars Commerce to expand its influence into the wholesale market, enhancing its capabilities and technology offerings for automotive dealers.
Quick answer
Cars.com is acquiring DealerClub, announced January 25, 2025. Cars.com is based in Chicago, Illinois, United States.
- How much did Cars.com pay for DealerClub?
- The deal value was not disclosed.
- What does Cars.com do?
- Cars Commerce is an audience-driven technology company empowering automotive that simplifies everything about buying and selling cars.
- Where are Cars.com and DealerClub based?
- Cars.com is based in Chicago, Illinois, United States. DealerClub is based in Sarasota, Florida, United States.
- Who are the decision-makers at Cars.com?
- Fundz holds 1 contact at Cars.com. Names and contact details are shown to Fundz members.
Source: Fundz verified event record.
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Who acquired DealerClub?
DealerClub was acquired by Cars.com, based in Chicago. The deal was reported on January 27, 2025. Cars Commerce is an audience-driven technology company empowering automotive that simplifies everything about buying and selling cars. Cars.com is publicly traded (CARS) and operates in Software.
When did Cars.com acquire DealerClub?
Cars.com's acquisition of DealerClub was reported on January 27, 2025. Cars Commerce, the parent company of Cars.com, has acquired DealerClub, a digital wholesale auction platform. Fundz records the date the transaction was first publicly reported, sourced from filings and company announcements.
What does DealerClub do?
DealerClub is a wholesale motor vehicle and parts automotive firm that facilitates transparent transactions between automotive dealers. It is privately held, operating in Wholesale, and is based in Sarasota.
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