Frequently Asked Questions

  • AutoMate is an all-in-one software platform for car dealerships, combining lead management, stock tracking, WhatsApp marketing, and real-time performance tools — all built specifically for the Irish motor trade.

  • Our platform logs every incoming lead — whether it comes via your dealer or manufacturer websites, 3rd party sites like Carzone or DoneDeal, WhatsApp inbound enquiries or call back requests from existing customers. You'll get real-time alerts and a clear audit trail, helping you respond faster and close more appointments.

  • Yes. You can receive WhatsApp inbound messages that are automatically created in your lead management system and notify the correct users in real time. Users can then respond via free text and templated WhatsApp messages all from a verified business profile. Perfect for booking test drives, sending offers, or following up leads.

  • Yes. You can build and send personalised marketing campaigns to your existing customer database on mass directly through AutoMate, with full two-way messaging and KPI tracking built in. Perfect for new car offers and launches, VIP Weekends, Service reminders and more.

  • Absolutely. We integrate with leading ad feeds like Carzone and DoneDeal, allowing live stock updates, pricing control, and listing automation from one dashboard. We also have Ireland’s only Price comparison APIs with Carzone and DoneDeal for comparing your used car prices against your competition in real time.

  • AutoMate was built by people who’ve worked in dealerships — not just developers. That means it’s fast, practical, and designed to solve real-world problems like missed leads, outdated stock, and inefficient follow-up.

  • Most dealerships are up and running in under a week. We'll guide you through onboarding and support your team with training and best practices.

  • Pricing depends on your needs — we offer flexible packages based on modules (CRM, stock, WhatsApp, etc.). Book a quick call and we’ll tailor a quote to your dealership.

  • Yes. All plans include full onboarding, unlimited support, and ongoing consultancy to help you get the most from your system. We pride ourselves on our Irish support team with extensive industry and system experience providing levels of customer service that other providers can only dream of providing.

  • While we’re based in Ireland, we’re expanding across the UK and Europe — and the tools work anywhere.

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