Clear Automotive Group is embracing the future of auto retail—and AutoFi is helping them get there. By using AutoFi to streamline both their online and in-store experiences, the team can deliver a more consistent presentation and spend meaningful time with every customer. No more bouncing between systems. No more manual lender routing. Just a smoother, faster process for both staff and shoppers. In this short video, Peter Larson, Group Director of Sales, shares their firsthand experience transforming the customer journey with AutoFi. Curious why more dealerships are choosing AutoFi? Book a demo and see the difference for yourself. https://lnkd.in/gdKy9jQ #DigitalRetailing #AutoRetail #CustomerExperience #AutoFi #AutomotiveIndustry #DealershipTechnology
AutoFi
Technology, Information and Internet
San Francisco, CA 18,447 followers
Experience the future of selling—deliver experiences that build trust, drive profit, and keep you in control.
About us
AutoFi is the leading commerce platform for end-to-end digital automotive sales and financing, powering billions of online transactions every year. Through its innovative platform and expansive network of trusted lenders, AutoFi empowers sellers, including the nation’s top dealers and digital retailers, to sell more efficiently and profitably. Additionally, AutoFi's Lending-as-a-Service API offers customized solutions that power the financing for the largest branded automotive marketplaces in the industry. For more information, visit www.autofi.com.
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http://www.autofi.com
External link for AutoFi
- Industry
- Technology, Information and Internet
- Company size
- 201-500 employees
- Headquarters
- San Francisco, CA
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 2015
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548 Market Street PMB 53613
San Francisco, CA 94104-5401, US
Employees at AutoFi
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James Tucker
Director of User Experience
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Steve Abernethy
Co-founder SquareTrade, Independent board director
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Jeffrey Silverman
Venture Capitalist, Angel Investor, Global Citizen 🚀 | Partner @ Laconia | Web 3 Enthusiast | Mentor
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Paul Whitworth
CEO, Investor, and Board Member. SaaS and Mobility Industries
Updates
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Today’s buyers expect speed, clarity, and real financing options. If your digital retailing platform can’t deliver a seamless, finance-forward experience, it may be costing you sales. In a recent blog post, we shared 5 warning signs your dealership may need a new solution—and how a modern, finance-first platform can help you convert more shoppers into buyers. Don’t let outdated tools hold your store back. Let AutoFi show you what modern retailing can do. 👉 Book a demo today: https://lnkd.in/gdKy9jQ 👉 Read the full blog post: https://lnkd.in/gqRqxaXK #AutomotiveRetail #DigitalRetailing #DealershipSales #AutoIndustry #AutoTech #CustomerExperience
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🚗💸 Delinquencies are rising and lenders are tightening—approvals are harder, and customers are more payment-sensitive. That’s where AutoFi steps in. Your team gets a digital showroom that’s customer-facing, guided, and powered by store-defined logic so every deal builds trust and protects profit. 💡 Guided options = realistic payments, no surprises 🛡️ Manager guardrails = margin, lender, and compliance protection ⚡ Intelligent lender routing = faster deals even in tighter credit 🏁 Seamless F&I handoff = no rework, just ready-to-fund deals 📊 Consistency = measure, coach, and scale across rooftops In a market where trust and affordability drive every decision, AutoFi helps you balance both, closing more deals with confidence and transparency. ✨ Ready to make affordability easier for your team and customers? Book a demo today: https://lnkd.in/gdKy9jQ #AutoFi #DigitalRetailing #Automotive #AutoFinance #CustomerExperience #RetailInnovation #AutoIndustry
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Empowered teams. Proven results! Dealers win when people and processes work together. With AutoFi Showroom, every salesperson gains the confidence to clearly present options, structure deals consistently, and move faster toward “yes” — all with built-in management guardrails. The result? Measurable gains in close rate, speed, and customer satisfaction. See what dealership leaders are saying about the impact of AutoFi Showroom: “AutoFi has allowed us to stop focusing on the small parts of the process and focus more on the customer’s wants and needs.” — Peter Larson, Director of Sales, Clear Automotive Group “We’ve doubled our success since implementing this process. The results speak for themselves.” — Brandon Hansen, GM, Manchester Mazda 💡 It’s time to show and sell with AutoFi Showroom — without compromise. 👉 Learn more → https://lnkd.in/gdKy9jQ #AutoFiShowroom #AutomotiveRetail #CarDealership #CustomerExperience #ShowAndSell #AutoFi
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🗳️ Dealers have spoken: winning and keeping customers is your #1 challenge. Nearly half of you told us your biggest hurdle this year isn’t inventory or keeping up with new tech — it’s earning customer trust and loyalty. That’s where AutoFi Showroom comes in! True customer experience isn’t about free lattes or flashy videos — it’s about clarity, control, and confidence. With AutoFi Showroom, your team can: 🚗 Start strong with structured, collaborative deal building 🛠️ Stay in control of margin, compliance, and lender logic 🏁 Hand off to F&I seamlessly — keeping momentum and eliminating stalls in the process The result? A modern, frictionless buying experience that builds trust, keeps customers coming back, and protects your profits. ✨ Ready to see how AutoFi Showroom can help you win more customers? 👉 See how it works: https://lnkd.in/gEsviUwQ
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AutoFi Showroom helps dealers deliver transparency and speed without sacrificing profit. Redefine the showroom experience—clarity for customers, control for your team. ✅ Build trust early with real payments and clear options. ✅ Protect margin and lender logic with built-in guardrails. ✅ Close confidently with informed, ready-to-buy customers. Dealers nationwide are streamlining sales with AutoFi Showroom. It’s time to show and sell—without compromise. 👉 See how it works: https://bit.ly/3WpJJqX #AutoFi #DealershipInnovation #CustomerExperience #AutoRetail #ShowroomTech
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📣 Minnesota Dealers! We’re excited to partner with the Minnesota Automobile Dealers Association (MADA) for this year’s Main Event! Our Chief Customer Officer, Joe St. John, will deliver the keynote, sharing how digital innovation is transforming dealership efficiency and shaping the future of automotive retail. We can’t wait to connect with Minnesota’s dealer community — see you there! #MADA #AutoFi
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🚗 Deliver a Better Customer Experience—Without Giving Up Control With AutoFi Showroom, your dealership gets a modern, consistent, and profitable in-store process that keeps everyone aligned: ✅ Structure deals collaboratively with guardrails that protect profit ✅ Sales Managers stay in control of margin, process, and lender optimization—without wasted back-and-forth. ✅ Equip F&I Managers with confident, ready-to-buy customers ✅ Deliver a faster, more consistent experience across every rooftop Your customers get a process that respects their time. You get one that protects your profit. It’s time to show and sell—without compromise. 👉 Book a Demo to see AutoFi Showroom in action. https://lnkd.in/gdKy9jQ #AutoFi #DealershipInnovation #CustomerExperience #AutoRetail #ShowroomTech
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✨ Joe St. John, Chief Customer Officer at AutoFi, explains how asking thoughtful questions encourages reflection and leads to better conversations. This approach works just as well in dealer discussions as it does for salespeople working directly with customers. Asking the right questions opens the door to real solutions. 🤝 That’s how trust is built. That’s how partnerships last. 🚀 We’re here to listen. Ready to see how AutoFi can help your dealership? https://lnkd.in/gdKy9jQ 🎙️ Catch the full conversation on Beyond Obscurity with Chris Mathurin: https://lnkd.in/g5S_E8Kq Chris Mathurin
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Don’t miss your chance to connect with Francis Gojcaj at the Auto Finance News Auto Finance Summit 2025 in Las Vegas, Oct 15–17 at the Bellagio. Learn how AutoFi is helping lenders modernize Tier 3 Pre-qualification and Dealer Rehash—driving more reach, higher conversion, and better adoption across the retail journey. If you’re a lender looking to elevate your dealer connectivity strategy, reach out to schedule time during the event. See you in Vegas!
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