iVendi enables car reservations via Apple and Google Pay

iVendi has launched a new online feature that lets dealer customers reserve vehicles for sale using Apple Pay or Google Pay. The tool integrates popular mobile wallets directly into the reservation journey, reducing friction and giving dealers a modern way to capture online interest.

Key takeaways

• iVendi adds Apple Pay and Google Pay to car reservation process.
• Feature works on mobile browsers without extra hardware.
• Integration is via API into existing dealer management systems.
• Tool aims to improve conversion by simplifying checkout.

How the reservation tool works

Customers select a vehicle on the dealer’s website, choose Apple Pay or Google Pay, and confirm the reservation with a biometric or PIN. The transaction is processed instantly and a confirmation email is sent.

The payment information is tokenised by the wallet provider, meaning no card details are stored on the dealer’s servers. This aligns with PCI‑DSS requirements and protects both buyer and seller.

Once the reservation is confirmed, the dealer receives an automated alert in their DMS, allowing rapid follow‑up and preparation for delivery or test‑drive scheduling.

Benefits for dealers

The integrated wallets remove a common barrier to online reservations, potentially increasing the conversion rate from website visitors to booked leads.

Mobile‑first shoppers are accustomed to using Apple Pay or Google Pay, so offering these options matches consumer expectations and can boost brand perception.

Faster reservation confirmation also shortens the sales cycle, giving dealers an edge in a competitive used‑car market where speed matters.

Integration with dealer platforms

iVendi provides an API that links the reservation tool to most major DMS solutions, requiring only a configuration step rather than a full system overhaul.

No additional payment terminals or third‑party hardware are needed; the service runs entirely inside the dealer’s existing website on standard browsers.

Technical support is offered during the rollout phase to ensure smooth data synchronisation between the reservation system and dealer inventory records.

What this means for dealers

Dealers can now capture high‑intent customers who prefer mobile wallets, turning casual browsers into booked prospects with a single click. The data generated by reservations can be used to fine‑tune marketing tactics and stock decisions.

Adopting the tool may require staff training on the new workflow and updating website copy to highlight the payment options, but the potential uplift in online bookings can justify the effort.

Frequently asked questions

Can dealers use the Apple and Google Pay reservation feature on any website?

The feature works on any dealer website that can embed iVendi’s API script and supports HTTPS. It is compatible with standard CMS platforms and does not require specialised e‑commerce software, as long as the site can display the wallet buttons.

Are there any extra fees for using the new payment option?

iVendi bundles the Apple Pay and Google Pay functionality into its existing subscription model, so there are no separate transaction fees from iVendi. Dealers still incur the usual merchant fees charged by the wallet providers and their acquiring banks.