Features
What features does Automo include?
One platform for inventory, leads, deals, websites, and Facebook Marketplace. From inventory to invoicing, Automo handles every aspect of daily dealership operations so you can focus on selling cars.
Your dealership's online storefront — built in minutes.
Launch a professional dealer website with customizable themes, automatic inventory sync, and pages optimized to convert visitors into buyers. No coding needed.
- Choose from multiple professionally designed themes
- Inventory pages update automatically as you add or sell vehicles
- SEO-optimized with structured data for local search rankings
- Custom branding — your logo, colors, and fonts
Artificial intelligence built into every part of your dealership.
Automo puts AI to work across your entire operation — writing content, booking appointments, answering buyers, and keeping your team on top of every opportunity. Available on Hypersonic and above.
- AI vehicle descriptions — generate compelling, SEO-ready listings from specs in one click
- AI blog writing — automatically publish fresh, relevant blog posts to keep your website active
- Instant support chat — get help from an AI support agent inside your dashboard, any time
- Lead recommendations — AI surfaces your best follow-up opportunities every day
- AI tasks — automated suggestions to help your team take the right action at the right time
Talk to website visitors in real time.
Engage potential buyers the moment they land on your site. Every conversation flows into your dashboard inbox so nothing gets missed, even after hours.
- Embedded AI chat widget on your dealer website
- Real-time notifications in the dashboard and mobile app
- Full conversation history stored with the lead record
- Offline messages captured and queued for follow-up
Rank for every search your buyers are making.
Automo automatically builds hundreds of SEO-optimized pages from your inventory — covering every make, model, body style, price range, and location your buyers search for. No extra work needed.
- Auto-generated pages for every make, model, body style, and price bracket
- Financing pages targeting buyers with bad credit, no credit, students, newcomers, and more
- Service area pages to rank in nearby cities beyond your primary location
- AI-written, unique content on every page
- Pages stay current as your inventory changes
Sell more by connecting with the dealers around you.
Automo turns your dealer relationships into a live inventory network. Send a customer to the right car — even when it's not on your lot — and move aging units before they lose value. All from one dashboard, no phone calls, no spreadsheets.
- Circle — invite dealers you trust and both sides search each other's live in-stock inventory in one unified view. View-only, no copying, no editing.
- Browse the province to source hard-to-find vehicles the moment another dealer lists them
- My Listings — quietly expose aged inventory to hundreds of dealers
- My Wants — post a customer request and get notified when a matching vehicle appears anywhere on the network
- One-click contact with the source dealer, and every interaction gets logged so nothing falls through the cracks
One account, multiple lots.
Manage separate inventory, staff, and reporting for each of your locations — all from a single login. Scale from one lot to many without switching platforms.
- Per-location inventory, leads, and deal tracking
- Different locations send in feed
- Consolidated reporting across all locations
- Each location gets its own listing page
Manage every vehicle from lot to sold.
Full control over your inventory pipeline. VIN decode auto-fills specs, photos sync to your website and marketplaces, and cost tracking keeps your margins visible at a glance.
- One-click VIN decode fills year, make, model, trim, and specs
- Drag-and-drop photo management with branded overlays
- Generate print-ready window stickers with QR codes
- Import inventory via CSV
Every inquiry, one inbox.
Website forms and third -party imported leads — every lead lands in a single inbox with source tracking so you never miss an opportunity.
- Unified inbox for all lead sources
- Automatic source attribution and tagging
- Lead status tracking from new to sold
- Quick actions: call, email, schedule test drive
Close deals faster with a unified workflow.
From the first offer to the signed invoice, structure deals with trade-ins, financing, fees, and taxes — all calculated and compliant in one place.
- Deal builder with trade-in, fees, and tax calculations
- Built-in payment calculator and financing tools
- OMVIC-compliant all-in pricing and disclosures
- East-to-use Deal creation process
Generate compliant documents instantly.
Bill of sale, retail installment contracts, and provincial forms — all auto-filled from your deal data. Print or send digitally in seconds, not hours.
- Province-specific document templates
- Auto-filled from deal, vehicle, and customer data
- PDF generation for print or digital delivery
- Built-in compliance for OMVIC and provincial regulations
Run your dealership from your phone.
The Automo companion app keeps you connected to your dealership on the go. Respond to leads, check inventory, and get instant notifications — wherever you are.
- Push notifications for new leads and chat messages
- View and update inventory from your phone
- Respond to leads and live chat on the go
- Works on iOS and Android
Syndicate to every marketplace automatically.
Set up feeds to AutoTrader, CarGurus, Kijiji Autos, and Carpages once — your inventory stays in sync across all channels without manual re-entry.
- One-time setup per marketplace feed
- Automatic sync keeps listings current across all channels
- Support for AutoTrader, CarGurus, Kijiji Autos, and Carpages
- FTP Based Inbound and Outbound Feed
Post to Facebook Marketplace and social channels.
List vehicles on Facebook Marketplace in bulk with scheduled posting and price sync. Share new arrivals to your social pages with a single click.
- Bulk post to Facebook Marketplace automatically
- Schedule listings and auto-manage pricing
- Share new arrivals automatically to Facebook and Instagram pages
- Proper Social Media Management
Cloud features
And a hundred more, right out of the box.
The small things you didn't know you needed — until you stop having to do them by hand.
Calendar
Schedule appointments, test drives, and follow-ups in one view.
Import & Export Inventory
Move inventory in or out via CSV — no manual data entry.
Photo Overlays
Stamp dealership branding or watermarks on every vehicle photo.
VIN Decoder
Paste a VIN — get year, make, model, trim, and specs instantly.
Feed History
See exactly what was sent to each marketplace and when.
Multiple Locations
Manage multiple locations of your dealership from a single software.
Purchase & Cost Tracking
Track buy price, recon costs, and true gross on every car.
Window Stickers
Auto-generated printable window stickers for every vehicle.
Facebook Marketplace
Automatically post, update, and delist vehicles on Facebook Marketplace.
Social Media Posting
Automatically share vehicles to Instagram, Facebook, and more.
Kanban Lead Pipeline
Drag leads through funnel stages — visual, fast, intuitive.
Third-Party Lead Sync
Receive leads from AutoTrader, Kijiji, CarGurus, and more.
Smart Chat Assistant
Built-in chat widget with a smart assistant that auto-replies to common visitor questions.
AI Chat Bot
Smart bot answers common customer questions automatically.
Task Assignment
Assign tasks to staff, set due dates, and track completion.
CRM
Full pipeline view from first lead to repeat customer.
Customer Management
Profiles, history, documents, and every touchpoint in one place.
Vendor Management
Track auction sources, wholesalers, and finance partners.
Deal Management
From quote to delivery — every deal stage on one screen.
Bill of Sale
One-click bill of sale generation, ready to print or e-sign.
UCDA Bill of Sale
Compliant UCDA template for Ontario dealers.
OMVIC & AMVIC Compliance
Built-in disclosures and forms for Ontario and Alberta.
Paperwork
Credit app, retail installment, GAP, warranty — all auto-filled.
AI Blog Writing
Generate dealership blog posts for SEO with one prompt.
Local SEO Pages
Programmatic landing pages targeting your home city.
Nearby Cities SEO
Auto-generated pages targeting every city within driving range.
Analytics with AI Suggestions
See what's working — and what to do next, with AI tips.
Notifications
Desktop and email alerts for leads, deals, and tasks.
Mobile Apps
iOS and Android apps so your team can work on the move.
Website Theme Editor
Tweak colors, fonts, and layout — no code needed.
Website Announcements
Show a banner on your site for sales, holidays, or news.
Google Reviews
Pull and display Google reviews on your dealer website.
SEO & Tracking
Page-level SEO controls plus visitor tracking out of the box.
WhatsApp & Messenger Chat
Reply to leads on WhatsApp and Facebook Messenger from one inbox.
Pre-Built Themes
Multiple website themes, each tuned for car dealerships.
Lead Capture Forms
Finance, trade-in, test-drive — every form your visitors need.
User Management
Add staff with role-based permissions and access controls.
Carfax Integration
Pull Carfax reports straight into your inventory listings.
CarGurus Badges
Display Great Deal, Good Price, and Top Dealer badges automatically.
Deals & Tax Settings
Province/state-aware tax math built right into deals.
Inventory Sync
Sync your inventory with another Automo dealership — share stock between locations or partners.
Referral Program
Refer other dealers to Automo and watch your monthly bill drop — all the way to $0.
HEIC Support
iPhone photos auto-convert to web-ready JPEG.
Global Search
One box finds vehicles, customers, deals — anything.
Print-Ready Forms
Every contract prints cleanly on standard letter paper.
Tax & Fees Calculator
Province/state-aware tax and fee math built into every deal.
AI Assistant
Built-in AI gives you instant answers on how to use the software.
Live Chat Support
Talk to our support team right inside the app for quicker help.
Billing Control
Manage and cancel your plan from inside the app — no calls, no surprise charges.
E-Sign
Send Bill of Sale and paperwork for legally-binding electronic signatures — no third-party tools.
Morning Briefing
A daily AI summary of yesterday's leads, deals, and to-dos, waiting on your dashboard every morning.
Co-Purchaser / Co-Signer
Add a second buyer or co-signer to any deal — fully captured on the Bill of Sale and e-signed alongside the primary buyer.
Mobile App Downloads
iOS, Android APK, and store links surfaced right inside your dashboard — onboard your team in two clicks.
Frequently asked questions
What is Automo?
Automo is a cloud-based dealership management system (DMS) built specifically for independent and small car dealerships in Canada and the United States. It brings together inventory management, lead tracking, deal processing, invoicing, a built-in website builder, Facebook Marketplace integration, and marketplace feed syndication into a single platform. Instead of paying for multiple disconnected tools, dealers get everything they need to run their business from one dashboard. Automo is designed to be affordable, easy to set up, and simple enough that your team can start using it without formal training.
How long does setup take?
Most dealers are fully operational within 30 minutes. The setup process includes importing your existing inventory via CSV, configuring your dealership settings like tax rates and fees, and launching your dealer website with a theme of your choice. The interface is designed to be intuitive enough that you can get started on your own using the built-in help resources. There are no lengthy implementation timelines or multi-week training programs — you can start managing inventory and processing leads the same day you sign up.
Can I import my existing inventory?
Yes, Automo supports CSV imports so you can upload your vehicle data directly into the system and the fields will be mapped automatically. If you need assistance migrating data from another DMS or spreadsheets, our team can provide that service upon request. Once imported, your inventory syncs automatically to your dealer website and any connected marketplace feeds.
Do I need to install anything?
No, Automo is 100% cloud-based and runs entirely in your web browser. There is nothing to download or install on your computer. You can access your dashboard from any device — desktop, laptop, tablet, or phone — as long as you have an internet connection. This also means you always have the latest version of the software without needing to run updates or patches manually.
Is my data secure?
Yes, data security is a core priority. Automo uses industry-standard encryption for all data in transit and at rest. We perform regular automated backups so your information is never at risk of being lost. Your dealership data is hosted on secure servers with strict access controls. We also follow best practices for authentication and session management to keep your account protected.
Does Automo work with my existing marketplace listings?
Yes, Automo integrates with major automotive marketplaces through outbound feed management. When you add or update a vehicle in your dashboard, the changes automatically push to your connected marketplace listings. You can also import inventory from external sources via CSV feeds. This means you can keep selling on the platforms your customers already search while managing everything from one central system.
Can I manage multiple locations?
Absolutely. Automo supports multi-location management from a single account. Each dealership location gets its own inventory. This is especially useful for dealer groups or operators who manage multiple lots and want a unified view of their entire operation without switching between separate accounts.
Do you provide website customizations?
Automo does not offer modifications to the existing website templates. All themes are provided as-is and can be configured through the built-in settings panel — including your logo, brand colors, images, content, and page layout options. If you need a fully custom, standalone website design built from scratch for your dealership, our team can provide that as a paid service. Contact us to discuss your requirements and get a quote.
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