TEXT2DRIVE
TEXT2DRIVE describes itself as a dealership texting and communications platform built for mobile. Its about page says it was founded in 2008 and joined Vehlo in 2019.
TEXT2DRIVE: Two-way texting
Its site lists customizable text templates and automated messages, service reminders, video and multi-point inspections, and tools for compliance, inspection and bill pay.
| Product or service | Function |
|---|---|
| Two-way texting | Customizable templates and automated messages. |
| Service reminders | Automated maintenance reminders. |
| Video and MPI | Video and multi-point inspections in messages. |
| Speed CheckOut with FraudProtect | A checkout feature named in its history. |
| Retention messaging | Outreach after lease expiration and for maintenance and recalls. |
TEXT2DRIVE: product details
TEXT2DRIVE's about page says CEO and co-founder Gregg Owen started it in 2008 with his son, on the idea that texting would become the preferred way to reach customers, and that it now partners with over 1,300 dealerships. The features page says the platform was built with FCAA and TCPA laws in mind, records and archives every text and always offers an opt-out.
It is promoted for retaining customers after lease expiration and for maintenance and recall reminders, and it now sits inside Vehlo. Ask who handles opt-out records and how texts reach the CRM.