25 Questions to Ask Every Dealership AI Vendor
A buyer-side checklist for the next AI pitch in your conference room. 25 questions across data ownership, integration, security, pricing, and measurable outcomes.
- The 5 must-ask threshold questions
- Data freshness and reconciliation
- Security, PII handling, and breach SLAs
- Pricing at 10x volume and exit terms
Frequently asked questions
How long should an AI vendor evaluation take?
30 to 60 days from first demo to signed contract. Faster than 30 days means you skipped due diligence.
Should we run a pilot first?
Yes. A 60-day paid pilot with one rooftop, one use case, and one success metric agreed in writing.