CarGurus, Inc. (CARG) CarGurus, Inc., established in Boston, Massachusetts, in 2005, manages a prominent online ecosystem for vehicle transactions, serving both buyers and sellers across the United States and internationally. The company's operations are divided into two main segments: the U.S. Marketplace and Digital Wholesale. Essentially, CarGurus offers an expansive digital automotive marketplace where individuals can search for new and pre-owned vehicle listings from numerous dealerships. Simultaneously, it empowers dealers by linking them with a vast, engaged consumer base and supplying them with practical, data-driven market intelligence. The platform provides an array of specialized features to simplify the car buying and selling journey. For instance, "Digital Deal" allows prospective buyers to begin their purchase directly from a vehicle's detailed listing, while "Finance in Advance" enables qualified consumers to secure pre-approved financing from partnering dealerships. For individuals looking to sell their vehicles, CarGurus offers "Sell My Car – Top Dealer Offers," where dealers present customized trade-in valuations, and "Sell My Car – Instant Max Cash Offer," which facilitates quick online sales of consumer vehicles to dealerships. Furthermore, CarGurus delivers various products to its dealership partners, including listing enhancements and analytical data tools. It also presents advertising avenues for automotive manufacturers and other businesses, focusing on strategies like brand reinforcement, category sponsorship, exclusive automobile segment positioning, and targeted consumer exposure. The company expands its reach through additional platforms such as Autolist, another online automotive marketplace accessible via mobile apps and its website, and PistonHeads, a comprehensive automotive hub featuring a marketplace, an auction platform, and editorial content for car enthusiasts. CarGurus, Inc. adopted its current name in June 2015, having previously operated as CarGurus LLC.
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Press Release
CarGurus To Report Third Quarter 2026 Financial Results
CarGurus will report Q3 2026 financial results, covering the quarter ended September 30, 2026, after market close on Thursday, November 5, 2026.
A conference call and live webcast to discuss results and business outlook will be held at 5:00 p.m. ET the same day, with an audio replay available through November 19.
This is a scheduling announcement only; no results or guidance are included.
• 6d ago AI analysis › Press Release
VINMax, CarGurus’ Newest Innovation, Shortens Turn Times by Over a Week¹
CarGurus launched VINMax, its first product applying AI-powered predictive intelligence to VIN-level dealer marketing, promoting listings automatically based on real-time supply and demand data.
In a company analysis of 10.3K boosted listings vs 24K comparable never-boosted listings (Feb-Jul 2026), boosted vehicles sold 9 days faster (a 23% turn-time improvement) and generated 34% more daily leads.
VINMax rounds out CarGurus' dealer toolkit alongside PriceVantage and Shopper Signals, and the company calls it one of its fastest-growing product launches -- a modest positive for the dealer-solutions revenue line.
• 26d ago AI analysis › Press Release ⚠ 1
CarGurus Appoints Matthew Mandel as Chief Financial Officer
CarGurus appointed Matthew Mandel as Chief Financial Officer effective Oct. 19, 2026, succeeding CEO Jason Trevisan, who had served as interim principal financial and principal accounting officer since March 2025.
Mandel joins from fleet-maintenance software firm Fleetio, where he was CFO and COO since November 2023, and previously held roles including COO and Co-CEO at Cometeer, senior positions at Wayfair, and investment roles at Advent International and Bain Capital.
Reporting to Trevisan, Mandel will lead financial strategy, corporate development, and leadership operations as CarGurus focuses on expanding dealer software and data offerings and building an AI-led consumer shopping experience.
• 1mo ago AI analysis › Press Release
Chicco and CarGurus Introduce The Family Fit Factor to Keep Families Safe on the Road
prnewswire.com • 1mo ago Press Release
CarGurus Teams with NFL Quarterback Drake Maye and Ann Michael Maye to Spotlight the Big Deal Moments Behind Every Mile
CarGurus launched 'A Drive in the Life,' a documentary-style marketing campaign starring NFL quarterback Drake Maye and content creator Ann Michael Maye.
The initiative builds on the company's 'Big Deal' platform, highlighting tools like the AI-powered Guru and the importance of vehicles in life milestones.
The multi-channel campaign is set to run across digital video, social media, and owned channels through the end of 2026.
• 1mo ago AI analysis › Press Release
CarGurus Names 2026 Top Dealer Award Winners
CarGurus announced the winners of its 2026 Top Dealer Awards, marking the 12th year of the program which recognizes less than 10% of dealerships for service and transparency.
Winners are selected based on verified customer reviews, marketplace pricing data, and digital retail engagement metrics across North America and the U.K.
President and COO Sam Zales highlighted that the awards reinforce the company's mission to make car shopping more trustworthy.
• 2mo ago AI analysis › SEC Filing ⚠ 5
CARG: 10-Q · periodic report
CarGurus reported Q2 2026 revenue of $251.0 million, up 13% year over year, with consolidated net income of $49.2 million ($0.54 diluted EPS) versus $22.3 million a year earlier, which had been dragged down by CarOffer discontinued-operations losses.
Core marketplace momentum continued: paying dealers rose to 34,629 from 33,095 a year ago, consolidated QARSD grew to $6,771 from $6,349, and Adjusted EBITDA from continuing operations reached $84.7 million versus $79.4 million.
The company returned $204.2 million to shareholders through buybacks in the first half of 2026, leaving $45.8 million on its $250 million authorization that expires December 31, 2026; cash declined to $122.1 million from $190.5 million at year-end.
Watch items include roughly $19.2 million of first-half impairments tied to the 121 First Street lease now intended for sublease, sales and marketing spend up 18% and outpacing revenue growth, and declining international audience metrics.
SEC 10-Q • 2mo ago AI analysis › SEC Filing ⚠ 2
CARG: 8-K · material agreement
CarGurus entered into the First Amendment to its credit agreement with PNC Bank on August 6, 2026, reducing its aggregate revolving commitments from $400.0 million to $200.0 million.
The amendment extends the facility's maturity from September 26, 2027 to August 6, 2031, increases the Cash-Capped Incremental Facility cap to the greater of $380.0 million and 100% of trailing four-quarter consolidated EBITDA, and adds an incurrence-based covenant capping the Consolidated Total Gross Leverage Ratio at 6.25:1.00.
The same 8-K also furnishes CarGurus' financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2026 under Item 2.02; the detailed earnings figures are contained in the press release exhibit and are not included in the filing text provided.
The four-year maturity extension removes refinancing risk into 2031, while the smaller revolver and new leverage covenant modestly tighten the company's future borrowing flexibility.
SEC 8-K • 2mo ago AI analysis › Press Release ● Major ⚠ 1
CarGurus Announces Second Quarter 2026 Results
CarGurus reported Q2 revenue of $251.0 million, up 13% year-over-year and above the midpoint of guidance, driven by continued international momentum.
The company generated $87.7 million in non-GAAP free cash flow and repurchased $29.2 million worth of shares, bringing total buybacks since December 2022 to over 30% of shares outstanding.
Management issued Q3 revenue guidance of $253.5 million to $258.5 million, projecting full-year revenue growth between 10% and 13%.
• 2mo ago AI analysis › Press Release
CarGurus To Report Second Quarter 2026 Financial Results
CarGurus announced that it will report its financial results for the second quarter of 2026 after the market close on August 6, 2026.
The company will host a conference call and live webcast at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time on the same day to discuss the quarterly performance.
An audio replay of the call will be available beginning at 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time on August 6, 2026.
• 3mo ago AI analysis › Press Release
CarGurus Brings a New Level of Transparency to Car Shopping with Enhanced Site Features
CarGurus announced enhanced price transparency features, including updated Deal Ratings and new badging that identifies listings with dealer-disclosed fees.
Going forward, Deal Ratings will only appear on used car listings where dealers disclose mandatory fees outside of tax, title, and registration; non-compliant listings will receive a 'No Rating' and lower search placement.
CEO Jason Trevisan stated the updates address a key consumer pain point regarding the clarity of a vehicle's total cost, aiming to benefit both shoppers and dealers.
• 3mo ago AI analysis › Press Release
CarGurus Mid-Year Report Finds Momentum Across Key Segments as Affordability Reshapes the Market
CarGurus released its 2026 Mid-Year Review, detailing a market shaped by resilient consumer demand and high prices, with the average new car list price reaching $50,900.
The report highlights strong momentum at both ends of the spectrum, as full-size luxury SUVs sell faster than the industry average while buyers increasingly opt for older, high-mileage used vehicles.
Gas prices have fueled interest in clean powertrains, driving used hybrid sales up 34% year-to-date and pushing average prices to an all-time high of $38,800.
• 4mo ago AI analysis › SEC Filing
CARG: 8-K · proxy statement
CarGurus, Inc. reported the voting results from its 2026 annual meeting of stockholders held on June 3, 2026. The stockholders elected Manik Gupta and Langley Steinert as Class III directors, with both nominees receiving substantial majority support despite some withheld votes.
The shareholders also ratified the appointment of Ernst & Young LLP as the independent auditor for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026, with over 213 million votes in favor. Additionally, the non-binding advisory vote on executive compensation for 2025 was approved, with approximately 195.6 million votes cast in favor and 11.8 million against.
SEC 8-K • 4mo ago Press Release
CarGurus to Present at the BofA Securities 2026 Global Technology Conference
CarGurus CEO Jason Trevisan is scheduled to participate in a fireside chat at the BofA Securities 2026 Global Technology Conference on June 2, 2026.
The event will be webcast live from the company’s Investor Relations page, with an archive available for 90 days.
The release contains no new financial metrics or strategic updates, serving solely as a notice of upcoming IR activity.
• 4mo ago AI analysis › Press Release
CarGurus to Present at the J.P. Morgan 2026 Global Technology, Media and Communications Conference
CarGurus, Inc. announced that CEO Jason Trevisan will participate in a fireside chat at the J.P. Morgan 2026 Global Technology, Media and Communications Conference on May 18, 2026, at 2:50 PM ET.
A webcast of the fireside chat will be accessible from the Investor Relations page of CarGurus' website, and an archive will be available for 30 days following the event.
• 5mo ago AI analysis › Press Release ● Major ⚠ 2
CarGurus Announces First Quarter 2026 Results
CarGurus reported Q1 revenue of $243.6 million, up 15% year-over-year, with Non-GAAP Adjusted EBITDA of $80.2 million topping the high end of guidance.
The company repurchased $175 million of shares during the quarter, bringing total buybacks since December 2022 to 29% of shares outstanding.
Management issued Q2 revenue guidance of $247.0 million to $252.0 million and full-year revenue growth of 10% to 13%.
• 5mo ago AI analysis › Press Release
Hyundai IONIQ 5 Named "Best EV Experience" in 2026 CarGurus Confidence Awards
CarGurus announced the winners of its inaugural Confidence Awards, naming the Hyundai IONIQ 5 the 'Best EV Experience'.
The new program highlights vehicles that best meet consumer needs by focusing on real-world usability like charging speed and interior space.
This brand initiative reinforces CarGurus' position as a leading automotive marketplace, though the event does not alter financial guidance.
• 5mo ago AI analysis › Press Release
CarGurus Recognizes the Top New Cars of 2026 in Inaugural Confidence Awards
CarGurus announced the winners of its inaugural 2026 Confidence Awards, selecting the Ram 1500, Toyota Grand Highlander, Genesis G70, and Hyundai Ioniq 5 as top vehicles in their respective categories.
The awards are based on a combination of marketplace data, hands-on testing, and editorial reviews focusing on value, design, and engineering.
This release is a branding exercise to highlight the company's consumer insights and data capabilities rather than a financial or operational disclosure.
• 5mo ago AI analysis › Press Release
CarGurus Joins NASCAR Canada Series as Presenting Partner and Official Automotive Marketplace
CarGurus signed a multi-year partnership to become a Presenting Partner and the Official Automotive Marketplace of the NASCAR Canada Series.
The deal includes naming rights for the CarGurus 200 at Canadian Tire Motorsport Park and digital activations throughout the season.
Leaders from both organizations highlighted the alignment between CarGurus' mission for transparency and the racing community's values.
• 5mo ago AI analysis › Press Release
CarGurus To Report First Quarter 2026 Financial Results
globenewswire.com • 6mo ago