π¨ Amazon is officially in the online car sales business
Amazon has launched Amazon Autos, an online platform for customers to find, order, and buy new cars, trucks, and SUVs from dealerships. Initially partnering with Hyundai, the service is available in 48 U.S. cities, including major locations like New York and Los Angeles. This expansion follows Amazon's announcement to start selling vehicles in 2024, with plans to include more cities and manufacturers in 2025.
Amazon Autos allows shoppers to search for vehicles by various criteria and offers features like financing and e-signing paperwork online. Local Hyundai dealers will act as the sellers, and the platform will also manage trade-ins. Unlike competitors such as AutoTrader and Carvana, which primarily sell used cars, Amazon Autos focuses exclusively on new vehicles.
The service aims to attract consumers with transparent pricing that eliminates negotiation, ensuring the displayed price at checkout includes all taxes and fees.
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