Is Hubstaff Right for Your Business?

We’ve used Hubstaff for over seven years across our global teams at our B2B startup software company. Hubstaff has been instrumental in helping us maintain transparency, especially in situations where clear documentation is crucial. We use it to track contractors who work on an hourly basis and ensure consistency across our remote teams worldwide.

— Zach Klempf, CEO at Selly Automotive, an automotive CRM

Silicon Valley Update: The Road to Autonomy – A Journey Through the Streets of San Francisco

In this article, we take a look at how several companies are tackling the challenge of autonomous vehicles on the California roadway

Yes, There Is a Best Time of Year to Buy a New Car

“Savvy buyers who time their purchases around redesign releases, year-end clearances, tax season or other demand shifts can secure substantial savings,” said Zach Klempf, chief executive of Selly Automotive, a San Francisco-based software company.

This guide explains which weeks to mark on your calendar if you’re shopping for discounts on a car, and why these strategies hold true year after year.

The Latest Trend in Your Work Wardrobe Stinkse

Zach Klempf, the founder of an automotive software company, bought a moisture-wicking suit to keep him dry when presenting to clients and working trade show booths. He hadn’t counted on the suit absorbing cigar smoke during industry cocktail hours.

“I can’t wear it anymore, because the smell is so off-putting,” said the 32-year-old San Francisco resident. He’s gone back to wool suits.

Should I Buy A Car Online Or At A Dealership?

Buying a car at a dealership gives you a chance to test-drive and comparison shop. A hands-on evaluation is especially helpful when comparing different models of the same car, said Zach Klempf, a former car salesperson and chief executive of Selly Automotive, a platform for used car dealerships.

How to Buy a Car in 2023: Three Questions to Answer Before You Start

The car-buying process has undergone significant changes recently, with experts noting shifts in the auto industry that result in less choice, higher prices, and fewer discounts. However, these experts also highlight the rise of online tools that enable potential buyers to manage negotiations, financing, and even delivery from the comfort of their homes. As buyers embark on their purchasing journey, they are advised to decide on buying versus leasing, set a clear budget, and maintain flexibility regarding the car’s make and model, utilizing online resources for comprehensive comparisons.

Auto Remarketing Podcast: Selly’s Zach Klempf on independent dealers, text messaging & the Oakland A’s

At the NIADA Convention last month, Cherokee Media Group senior editor Joe Overby connected with Selly Automotive founder and CEO Zach Klempf for a conversation about Selly’s merger with AutoManager last year, observations on the independent dealer landscape and much more.

Plus, Klempf discusses his experience throwing out the first pitch at an Oakland A’s baseball game.

A Dream on the Mound: My Ceremonial First Pitch at the Oakland A’s Game

On April 17, 2023, I had the incredible honor of throwing out the ceremonial first pitch at the Oakland A’s vs. Chicago Cubs game at RingCentral Coliseum.

I’ve been a huge fan of the A’s since the Moneyball film, and this was a dream come true for me. I would like to thank the Oakland A’s organization for this amazing opportunity. It was an unforgettable experience, and I will cherish it forever. The Coliseum stands tall as a monument of history, showcasing an expansive capacity that makes it one of the largest baseball stadiums nationwide. Thank you again to the Oakland A’s and the fans for making this such a special day. Go A’s!

Drivers Find Buying Out Car Leases Is The Smartest Financial Move

“Some consumers have had as much as $10,000 in positive equity on their 2019 leases,” said industry expert, Zach Klempf, Founder and CEO of Selly Automotive. “This is the first time in history where non-collectible, common vehicles have significant positive equity.”

Auto Remarketing Podcast: Inside Selly’s Focus On The Independent Car Dealer

In this episode of the Auto Remarketing Podcast, Selly Automotive founder and CEO Zach Klempf returns to the show to talk about the origins of his company — which he founded at age 23 — why he decided to focus on the independent auto dealer software space and his company’s recent merger with AutoManager DMS.

Selly Automotive And AutoManager Merger

The Beekman Group-backed AutoManager Holdings Group, LLC (“AutoManager”), a provider of dealer management system and website builder tools to independent auto dealerships, has completed a merger between subsidiary AutoManager Acquisition, Inc. and A1 Software, Inc. (dba Selly Automotive) (“Selly”).

CRM Start-Up Merges This Summer’s NIADA News

IThis summer, a start-up customer relationship management (CRM) firm merged with a private equity- backed dealer management system offering independent dealers a new option for their businesses. AutoManager Acquisition Inc., a subsidiary of The Beekman Group- backed AutoManager Holdings Group LLC, a provider of dealer management system and website builder tools to independent auto dealerships, merged with CRM pro- vider Selly Automotive.

CBT News Interview With Selly CEO On Amazon And Online Car Buying

Today, we’re pleased to welcome back Zach Klempf, founder and CEO of Selly Automotive, to discuss the latest trends and disruptors in the auto retail industry.

CBT News Interview With Selly CEO Shares The Importance Of Dealership Texting

Today, we’re pleased to welcome back Zach Klempf, founder and CEO of Selly Automotive, discuss used car marketplace, digital retail, customer buying experience, and text messaging for dealers.

Interview With Selly Automotive CRM Founder & CEO Zach Klempf On Used Car Dealership Software

At Selly we started out with a mobile-first solution that’s a cloud-based SaaS product and we still integrate with the legacy desktop-based applications. We are providing state-of-the-art software that’s modern and simple to use for the used car dealer market and we’ve achieved a lot of growth through this strategy.

Selly Aims To Help Independent Dealers Compete With Franchised Stores

Are independent used car dealers ready to jump on the technology train? Zach Klempf, an Emory University graduate who “fell in love with” the car business while working at a dealership part-time during his college days, believes that used car dealers are prepared to up their game by employing some of the same customer-relationship tools that franchised new-car dealers rely on.

Start-Ups Aim To Change How You Buy A Car

Car shoppers are increasingly making purchase decisions using the Web, mobile devices and apps, leading a few Silicon Valley start-ups to think the U.S. retail auto market may soon have a new home.