Autobytel Inc., an automotive marketing services company, has been issued a patent entitled "Real Time Communication of Purchase Requests" by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Patent No. 6,282,517 is directed toward a method and system for forming and submitting Purchase Requests over the Internet and other computer networks.
"We are encouraged that the Patent Office has recognized the unique nature of the Autobytel technology which is helping to revolutionize the automotive and other industries," said Jeffrey Schwartz, president and CEO of Autobytel Inc. "Autobytel's patented system has contributed to the company's position as the undisputed leader in online car sales. As our business continues to diversify and expand, we intend to obtain patents on Autobytel proprietary technology that, we believe, will continue to drive innovations in the automotive and many other industries."
According to Autobytel Inc., the new patent is directed toward an improved method of communicating a Purchase Request from a consumer to a supplier of goods or services. The method permits suppliers of goods or services to provide customer service by making the purchasing process more convenient for consumers as well as suppliers. The patent is also directed toward the communication system used to bring consumers and suppliers closer together.
About Autobytel Inc.
Autobytel Inc., an automotive marketing services company, owns and operates Autobytel.com, Autoweb.com, Carsmart.com, Autosite.com, and AIC (Automotive Information Center). The company powers manufacturer and portal auto channels with data and tools to help customers buy cars; provides advertising programs for manufacturers and dealers to target customers; builds and implements technology to drive an inventory-based manufacturer's online car selling program and generates billions of dollars in car sales for dealers through the company's websites.
Serving approximately 6,700 subscribing dealers and 25 international automotive manufacturer customers, Autobytel Inc. is a syndicated car-buying content network, reaching over 4.5 million unique visitors. According to Autobytel Inc., their content and technology has potential exposure to over 90 percent of total web traffic.
