Creating compare and configure tools just got easier
In theory, building your system should be simple. However, every vehicle has over 10,000 option and pricing configurations, manufacturers change their lineups and pricing seemingly every day, and automotive data can be hard to obtain. This is why your simple goal can become a complex problem.
We acquire, normalize, analyze and improve raw automotive data, then align it with a comprehensive web service interface. You simply write the calls that allow your application to use our data, then present that data the way your business needs it—in high-powered dealer or information-rich portal sites—with no complicated database schemas to build, maintain and update.
Our configuration engine and depth of coverage can power any brand’s build and price experience for consumers and professionals. As a trusted impartial resource, our Compare service supports brand-to-brand or all competitive vehicles in the market. Chrome Construct’s configuration and comparison APIs make this process quicker, easier and more accurate.
Powerful technology to research, configure and compare vehicles
We provide Compare and Construct APIs used on OEM brand sites to drive engagement by providing car shoppers with the relevant vehicle comparison information they need to confirm their vehicle choices and continue moving further along in the shopping process. The service can return a full array of vehicles that are comparably equipped to the initially configured vehicle, providing detailed side-by-side and advantage based comparisons. Daily data updates ensure you always have the most up-to-date pricing, options and specification information enabling a comprehensive research experience. In additions to OEM brand sites, these tools can be leveraged by professionals and on portal sites. These applications are fully compatible with other offerings in the ChromeData suite of solutions.
Build and price with ease
Our configuration service makes building a desired vehicle fast and simple. Our application uses intelligent data-backed configuration rules to accurately construct a fully-configured vehicle in compliance with an OEM’s ordering guide, ordering logic, pricing rules and technical specifications. Available for both U.S. and Canadian models, our comparison and configuration applications cover all technical specifications, warranty details, standard and optional available equipment and more.
Features and benefits
- Search for vehicles by type, specific technical specifications, or by year, make, model or by user friendly advanced search web service calls
- Includes complete logic for options and prices for the U.S. and CA in English, Spanish and French
- Get technical specifications, warranty information, standard available equipment, optional equipment lists and consumer information for every vehicle
- Create detailed side-by-side and advantage-based comparisons
- Auto-Equip returns an array of vehicles that are comparably equipped to your initially configured vehicle
- Minimal development time compared to systems built on raw data
- Leverages your existing platforms; supports JAVA, .NET, PHP, C# and others
- Accurate and up-to-date vehicle pricing and options
- Cost-effective way to access our entire data store
- Daily data updates ensure you always have the most up-to-date pricing and specification information
- Powerful in-brand and competitive analysis
- Fully compatible with other ChromeData offerings, from web-based VIN lookup to extensive image libraries
Experts You Can Count On
Chip Wallace
Chip Wallace is a Product Portfolio Director in the Autodata Solutions Division of J.D. Power. Chip oversees a suite of products that power vehicle merchandising tools and research experiences, including Automotive Description Service, As-Built Valuation Service and associated data products. Chip is a customer-focused product manager with a proven track record of success in launching new products and revitalizing mature products through effective collaboration with customers, sales, executive management, professional services, engineering and partners.
With over 15 years at Autodata Solutions, Chip has taken on a variety of roles within the organization from software development to client services to his current role. With this wide range of experience, Chip has the rare ability to provide insights from all stakeholders during the development of new products and solutions.
Cathy Noble
Cathy Noble is a Product Portfolio Director in the Autodata Solutions Division of J.D. Power. Cathy oversees a suite of products that power vehicle merchandising tools and research experiences, including AutoPlanner, StudyPrice, Feature Exchange and the suite of CarBook quoting products. Cathy manages customer IT portfolios through the provision of technology direction, automotive data and custom IT solutions.
In her 25 years with Autodata Solutions, Cathy has proven to be a highly accomplished delivery executive with proven success in directing software development, delivery and operational oversight. She has strong ability in identifying and overseeing the production of innovative solutions that meet changing business needs, drive revenue growth and improve efficiency.
Cathy graduated with honors in Business Administration in 1991.
Jamie Kozlik
Jamie Kozlik is a Senior Director of Business Development for J.D. Power, specializing in the ChromeData brand of offerings.
Jamie has been with ChromeData for over 24 years in various sales and business development roles. She serves the non-OEM partner/reseller channel for some of the top companies in automotive, finance and customer-facing web sites. She is focused on client retention and expanding technology into the growing client base. Jamie has a passion for identifying, pursuing and closing new business using solution-selling techniques, with an emphasis on long-term relationship development.
Jamie holds a BS In Business/Marketing from Oregon State University.
Austin Lavigne
Austin Lavigne is a Business Development Manager for J.D. Power, supporting the full suite of ChromeData automotive data solutions for the non-OEM reseller channel.
Austin’s role with J.D. Power started in the OEM Client Services division where he provided high-quality account support across a variety of engagements from syndicated studies to consulting programs. With a unique lens on the Canadian and Premium markets, Austin is a student of the industry with a passion for data-driven innovation and digital transformation. Prior to J.D. Power, Austin also spent time with GM Canada as a Financial Analyst.
Austin holds an Honours Bachelor of Business Technology Management from Wilfrid Laurier University.
Andrew Price
Andrew Price is a Senior Group Account Executive, Business Development for J.D. Power. Prior to the company’s merge with J.D. Power, Andrew held the position of Vice President of Business Development at EpiAnalytics. He was charged with growing company revenues, managing strategic partnerships and positioning the company for acquisition.
Andrew is a growth-focused sales executive with demonstrated achievement developing and leading strategic sales initiatives. He has a solid history of success in relationship building, client services, revenue generation, and sales leadership.
With over 30 years of experience in both sales and executive leadership roles, Andrew has been afforded the opportunity to work closely with dealers, suppliers and OEMs with a focus on digital retailing and data driven solutions.
Andrew has presented at NADA, JD Power Automotive Roundtable, Digital Dealer and Driving Sales conferences.
Anna Blomdahl
Anna Blomdahl is a Business Development Manager for J.D. Power, supporting ChromeData’s full suite of automotive data solutions and inventory services.
Anna began her time at ChromeData as an Account Manager supporting new, growing and established high-profile clients across the auto industry. Throughout Anna’s career, she has provided timely and excellent customer service partnering with various automotive players, with a particular focus on Auctions, Dealer Tech Providers and Consumer Sites. Her previous role as an AM has given Anna a unique view into the entire client experience. From initial discovery to proposal, to onboarding and client retention, Anna is dedicated to helping her customers succeed and grow by providing the most accurate and complete vehicle data.
Prior to J.D. Power, Anna spent her time working as a client manager for a local photo booth company in Portland, Oregon, helping organize corporate and private events.
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