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Cars.com
AddedFeb 15, 2024
UpdatedJun 28, 2026
Cars.com

Cars.com

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Cars.com: A leading US digital marketplace for buying, selling, and servicing new and used vehicles.

HQ
Chicago, IL, US
Founded
1998
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Cars.com, founded in May 2017 by Mitch Golub, William Swislow, and Alex Vetter, is a leading digital marketplace and solutions provider in the automotive industry. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the company offers a comprehensive suite of digital tools for buying, selling, and servicing new and used vehicles. Its platform features vehicle listings, expert and consumer reviews, research tools, and other resources to assist consumers in making informed decisions. Cars.com primarily serves the United States market.

Notable figures associated with Cars.com include Alex Vetter, who serves as CEO and President. The company is publicly traded on the NYSE under the ticker symbol CARS and is a component of the S&P 600. Key achievements include establishing a robust online presence and becoming a trusted resource for automotive transactions. Cars.com has significantly impacted the automotive industry by streamlining the car buying and selling process, enhancing transparency, and providing valuable insights to consumers and dealers alike.

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Cars.com - Quick Facts

Who are Cars.com's competitors?

Companies similar to Cars.com include CarGurus, CarsDirect.com, TrueCar and CarWoo.

When was Cars.com founded?

Cars.com was founded in 1998.

Where is Cars.com's headquarters located?

Cars.com's headquarters is located in Chicago, IL, US.

How many employees does Cars.com have?

Cars.com has 1,700 employees as of Feb 6, 2024.

Cars.com - Classification

Ownership
  • Public
Technology
  • Data
Geographic Exposure
  • United States
Model
  • Platform
Revenue
  • Transactional
Customer
  • Consumers
Main Product
  • Automotive
  • Marketplace
Tags
  • eCommerce
  • SaaS
Unique IDs
  • ein: 813693660
  • secCik: 0001683606
  • ticker: CARS
NAICS
  • 518000Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services
  • 518200Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services
  • 510000Information
  • 518210Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services
SIC
  • 7300Business Services
  • 7370Computer Programming, Data Processing, And Other Computer Related
  • 7374Computer Processing and Data Preparation and Processing Services
Show 14 more industry codes
NAICS
  • 425000Wholesale Trade Agents and Brokers
  • 425120Wholesale Trade Agents and Brokers
  • 440000Retail Trade
  • 441000Motor Vehicle and Parts Dealers
  • 441100Automobile Dealers
  • 420000Wholesale Trade
  • 425100Wholesale Trade Agents and Brokers
SIC
  • 5010Motor Vehicles And Motor Vehicle Parts And Supplies
  • 5012Automobiles And Other Motor Vehicles
  • 5500Automotive Dealers And Gasoline Service Stations
  • 5510Motor Vehicle Dealers (new And Used)
  • 5000Wholesale Trade-durable Goods
  • 5900Miscellaneous Retail
  • 6000Depository Institutions