Why Independent Dealers Are Switching DMS Faster Than Ever Before
Franchise dealers have long been tied to CDK or Reynolds, but independent and used-car dealers are voting with their wallets. The U.S. Automotive Dealer Management System Market grew to USD 1,514 million in 2024 and is forecast to reach USD 2,321 million by 2030 at 7.0% CAGR — with independents driving the fastest growth.
New cloud-native platforms cost 30–50% less per month, implement in weeks instead of months, and offer transparent pricing with no hidden fees.
Full U.S. Automotive Dealer Management System Market analysis and vendor comparison.
Tekion, DealerSocket, and AutoManager have collectively added thousands of rooftops since 2022, proving that modern architecture and fair contracts win in today’s market.
