Autoweb.com partners with Lexus

Toyota/Lexus has partnered with Autoweb.com, the leading consumer automotive Internet service, for license of Autoweb's Automotive Information Center (AIC) Competitive Comparison Module. With the Competitive Comparison Module, automotive shoppers on the Lexus consumer site can easily comparison-shop and evaluate a Lexus vehicle in relation to key competitor vehicles or to other Lexus models. With the technology, visitors receive a comprehensive list of attributes, as well as technical, standard and optional equipment feature data.

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AUTOWEB.COM REDESIGNS COMPETITIVE COMPARISON TOOL FOR LEXUS

Toyota/Lexus Renews its Long-standing Relationship with Autoweb's AIC

SANTA CLARA, CA - FEBRUARY 21, 2001 -- Autoweb.com, Inc. , the leading consumer automotive Internet service (http://www.autoweb.com), today announced that it has renewed its relationship with Toyota/Lexus through the year 2002 for license of Autoweb's Automotive Information Center's (AIC) Competitive Comparison Module and AutoSiteProä. AIC refreshed the Competitive Comparison Module of the newly-redesigned lexus.com, allowing users a seamless vehicle comparison at the website.

The renewed relationship gives Toyota Motor Sales, USA, Inc.'s Lexus division corporate-wide internal use of AIC AutoSitePro for both its intranet and extranet. The Competitive Comparison Module, a configurable application backed by AIC's leading automotive data, merges seamlessly with any Web site.

With AIC's industry-leading technology, automotive shoppers on the Lexus consumer site can easily comparison-shop and evaluate a Lexus vehicle in relation to key competitor vehicles or to other Lexus models. With the technology, visitors receive a comprehensive list of attributes, as well as technical, standard and optional equipment feature data.

Lexus advantages are indicated by a Lexus symbol and detailed text and enlarged photos display the comparison points of each vehicle. Enlarged photos can be viewed by the automotive shopper for either the Lexus vehicle or the competitor. Extended text describes in detail certain features on the vehicles, such as the CD system.

"Toyota/Lexus has been a partner with AIC since 1998, and has long recognized the importance of Autoweb's research and technology tools," said Jeffrey Schwartz, CEO of Autoweb.com. "We are very pleased to be extending our relationship with Lexus and also enjoyed working with them on a successful site redesign."

The Lexus partnership rounds out a series of significant announcements Autoweb has recently made regarding similar deals with some of the largest automotive manufacturers. Most recently, Autoweb has partnered with Saab to provide this manufacturer with AIC's automotive data and research tools. Autoweb's recent partnerships continue to reaffirm AIC's dominance as a leader in comprehensive industry content, data and technology tools.

About Automotive Information Center (AIC) The Automotive Information Center (AIC) division of Autoweb is the leading provider of automotive content, data and intelligent tools used to power Internet services, portals and manufacturer web sites. AIC researchers rely on decades of industry experience to create the most accurate, comprehensive and up-to-date research platform in the business. All AIC data and tools feature our unique optimal price capabilities, which enable consumers to configure and compare vehicles on the basis of lowest possible price.

Through Autoweb's data, technology and tools, visitors to sites powered by the AIC technology are able to configure a vehicle by manufacturer, make, model, trim specifications and other option packages, as well as perform side-by-side competitive vehicle comparisons. This proprietary technology provides a competitive advantage for dealers and enhances the shopper's experience by offering realistic, actionable information.

About Autoweb Autoweb is the leading automotive Internet service, guiding users through every stage of vehicle ownership. Through its direct and referral commerce channels, Autoweb offers consumers a variety of ways to purchase new and used vehicles in conjunction with vehicle manufacturers, local Member Dealers, and other commerce partners. The Company's Web site also provides consumers with a wide range of automotive-related products to support the complete lifecycle of the vehicle, including finance, insurance and maintenance. Autoweb features comprehensive, unbiased research from its Automotive Information Center (AIC) division.

Autoweb also continues to set the standard in the business-to-business marketplace by providing Web sites with the most advanced technology to view automotive information, and the most accurate and reliable automotive data and content. Currently, major automobile manufacturers, including BMW, DaimlerChrysler, Ford, General Motors, Honda and Toyota, use Autoweb's automotive data to power their sites. The major consumer portals also use Autoweb's content and technology, including AOL, Lycos, MSN Carpoint and GO. AIC AutoSuite is highly configurable for any individual AIC customer, as the interface can match any look and feel, while vehicles (both target and competitor) and specific features can be limited to any selection desired. For more information, please visit http://www.autoweb.com and http://www.autosite.com. ###