Cars.com, Inc. is a digital automotive marketplace that connects car shoppers with automobile dealers, manufacturers and other industry participants. Through its Cars.com platform, the company enables consumers to research vehicles, compare new and used cars, review pricing and features, read expert and consumer reviews, and connect with dealers about available inventory.
The company provides automotive retailers and manufacturers with digital marketing and technology solutions, including vehicle listings, advertising, inventory merchandising, lead generation, website and digital retailing tools, and customer engagement services. Its broader product portfolio has included dealer technology and data services offered through brands such as Dealer Inspire and Accu-Trade, which support dealership websites, online purchasing workflows, vehicle appraisal and inventory management.
Cars.com primarily serves the United States automotive market, working with dealerships, original equipment manufacturers and consumers across the country. The company traces its origins to the late 1990s and became an independent publicly traded company in 2017 following its separation from TEGNA Inc. In 2023, it adopted Cars Commerce as its corporate brand while continuing to operate the Cars.com marketplace.
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