Amazon launched Amazon Autos, an e-commerce business that lets customers find, order, and buy new cars, trucks, and SUVs from dealerships.
Amazon is kicking off the new endeavor with Hyundai in 48 U.S. cities, including Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, and New York.
Shoppers will be able to search for available vehicles from participating dealers by model, trim, color, and features. They’ll also offer financing! Once the payment is finalized, customers can schedule when to pick up their vehicle from that dealership.
When vehicles go on sale at Amazon, the local dealer (for now just Hyundai dealers) will be the seller of record. Amazon Autos will even handle trade ins. The price at check-out is the final price.
Amazon Auto plans to add leasing, more brands, cities and expanded financing optionsr.