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Autoweb.com Captures Largest Industry Audience Share

21 December 1999

Autoweb.com Captures Largest Industry Audience Share

   Autoweb.com's Leading Market Position Underscored with Top Ranking from
                   Nielsen//NetRatings for Unique Visitors

    SANTA CLARA, Calif., Dec. 21 -- Autoweb.com ,
the leading consumer automotive Internet service (http://www.autoweb.com ),
achieved a number one ranking for unique visitors among online car buying
services in November based on recent audience data from Nielsen//NetRatings.
These results underscore Autoweb.com's leading market position as the
preferred Internet automotive service for consumers.
    According to Nielsen//NetRatings, Autoweb.com's combined properties
received approximately 1,125,000 unique visitors in November, 18 percent
higher than its next closest competitor. This figure includes audience
statistics from Autoweb.com's premier automotive reference site, Autosite.com
(http://www.autosite.com ). Nielsen//NetRatings also reported that
Autoweb.com's online advertising reached more consumers than any other
Internet car buying service. Autoweb.com's reach was 37 percent higher than
the next closest competitor.
    "We are extremely pleased with the results as they demonstrate the
continued expansion of our leadership position in this competitive market,"
said Jim Wolfe, vice president of marketing at Autoweb.com. "Autoweb.com is
executing on a number of fronts to build its brand. Our strategic online
marketing alliances provide a solid foundation for complementary efforts such
as our recently launched television advertising campaign. Our strong online
and offline execution has driven Autoweb.com to its leadership position with
the online consumer."

    About Autoweb.com
    Autoweb.com is the leading consumer automotive Internet service, guiding
consumers through every stage of vehicle ownership. From research and buying,
to enjoying, maintaining and selling, Autoweb.com delivers what consumers
want. Starting with comprehensive, unbiased automotive research, Autoweb.com
also provides many options to buy new and used autos through its auction,
dealer referral and direct-to-consumer commerce channels. Autoweb.com works
with over 5,000 Member Dealers and other commerce partners to provide the best
experience at every stage of vehicle ownership. For more information, please
visit http://www.autoweb.com.