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Autoweb's AIC Introduces the AIC AutoSuite(TM) Package of Automotive Research Tools

9 November 2000

Autoweb's AIC Introduces the AIC AutoSuite(TM) Package of Automotive Research Tools

 Four-Tier Suite of Tools Offers Auto Manufacturers, Dealers and Web Portals
                   Enhanced Tools for Automotive Consumers

    SANTA CLARA, Calif., Nov. 9 Autoweb.com, Inc.'s Automotive Information Center (AIC) today
introduced AIC AutoSuite(TM), a package of research tools and data that offers
consumers a complete car-buying experience over the Internet.  AIC AutoSuite
includes AutoResearcher(TM), AutoBuilder(TM), AutoComparator(TM), and
AutoAdvantages(TM), tools that deliver compelling consumer-targeted features
to sites, including auto manufacturers, dealers and Web portals.
    AutoResearcher allows all auto shoppers to search Autoweb's entire
database based on criteria such as safety, comfort, and performance without
first identifying a make, model or trim.  Once a vehicle is targeted,
consumers can use AutoBuilder, a next-generation new vehicle configurator, to
equip a vehicle with the options of their choice.  After configuration is
complete, the consumer can use AutoComparator to compare prices of vehicles
from competing dealers.  Finally, the AutoAdvantages tool identifies the key
advantages of each vehicle from the respective dealerships.
    "Autoweb's AIC AutoSuite package is the next step in a long tradition of
leading-edge automotive data and technology from AIC," said Bill Barrett,
Autoweb's AIC President.  "The unique marriage of our rich data and
sophisticated technology provides consumers with the information and tools
they need to make an informed purchase decision.  Consumer satisfaction with
the on-line research process translates into increased sales and repeat Web
site visitors."
    AIC AutoSuite is backed by Autoweb's industry-leading AutoSpecs database,
which delivers price and specification information, detailed equipment
descriptions, and a range of supporting information for every new car, van,
light truck, and sport utility vehicle sold in the U.S.  The package can be
used as separate, stand-alone tools or as an integrated whole.  AIC AutoSuite
is highly configurable for any Web site to match its look and feel.

    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 .