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How payment systems are shaping the future of automotive
In a recent episode of Drivetime, Keyloop’s global auto tech podcast, we spoke with Sarah Sloman, Chief Strategy Officer at Paythru. The conversation centred on the pivotal role of payment systems ...
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Dealer Management Systems: A comprehensive guide for modern retailers
In the automotive retail industry, efficiency is not just a goal; it’s the engine of profitability. Retailer teams juggle countless operations daily, from sales and service to inventory and f...
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What makes a great dealer tech stack? Key takeaways from AM live
Let’s be honest: the pace of change in our industry right now is enough to make your head spin. Is your dealership’s technology clearing the road ahead, or throwing up a traffic jam at every corner...
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Electric shock: The pay-per-mile charge and how the UK budget will affect aut...
The latest UK budget from Chancellor Rachel Reeves has sparked a lively conversation in the automotive industry. With a series of bold announcements affecting electric vehicles (EVs), it seems the ...
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SEO in the age of AI: What it really means for your dealership marketing and ...
The way your customers search for their next car has changed. Google’s new AI Overviews and the rise of tools like ChatGPT are not just trends; they are becoming a primary channel for vehicle...
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EV Summit 2025: Key takeaways for the future of automotive
Earlier this year, the EV Summit 2025 brought industry leaders together in the heart of Oxford, at the Blavatnik School of Government, to explore the future of electric mobility. The mood was clear...
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A practical guide to embracing your retailer AI strategy
If you’re feeling behind on AI, you’re not alone, and you’re certainly not too late. Despite 74% of automotive businesses recognising AI as a critical performance lever, only 1 in 10 have actually ...
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Fixing the 8% problem: How to make AI projects succeed in automotive
In our recent Keyloop Drivetime podcast, our host Jacqui Barker spoke to Andy Gray, CEO and co-founder of Kortical. This episode serves to cut through the noise around AI and get practical about w...
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World EV Day: Changing the narrative, championing the EV experience
Today marks world EV day- the slogan for which is Share the spark: a day to convey EV positivity. At a time when the EV market battles against a mass media barrage of misinformation that has long i...
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Pride in motion: Driving change for LGBTQ+ communities in UK automotive
Up until very recently, vehicle advertising was dominated by heterosexual ideologies, often with scenes that depicted a confident, straight man behind the wheel, seldom a figure who reflects the fu...
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Transforming automotive retail through tech convergence
It’s no secret that today’s consumers increasingly expect personalised, omnichannel interactions with brands. At a time when technological disruptions and consumer expectations are cited as the sec...
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Driving Automotive Retail Innovation: AI in Automotive & Beyond
In our recent Keyloop Drivetime podcast, our lovely host Jacqui Barker spoke to Oana Beattie, Vice President of Data and AI at Kyndryl, the global IT infrastructure giant, about how AI is fundament...