Driverside

DriverSide.com, founded in fall 2007 by Internet entrepreneurs Trevor Traina, Adam Jackson, and Jad Dunning, is the first Web site specifically designed for automobile owners. DriverSide helps consumers save time and money on servicing and maintenance costs as well as buy and sell automobiles, parts and accessories. It offers free estimates of what repairs should cost for any given vehicle, as well as recall, service and value alerts for drivers. DriverSide allows vehicle owners to ask a certified auto mechanic a question for free. It also offers advice on how to own and operate a vehicle as well as reviews on new and used automobiles. DriverSide’s community allow consumers to participate in forums, meet other owners of a particular vehicle, share knowledge, and post reviews on mechanics and dealers.

DriverSide is located in San Francisco, California.

Type	Private
Founded	Fall 2007
Headquarters	San Francisco, California
Key people	Trevor Traina, Founder and Chairman Jad Dunning, CEO Adam Jackson, EVP
Industry	Automobile
Products	Free online information and tools that help car owners maintain their cars
Revenue	N/A
Employees	25
Website	DriverSide.com

Investment and Finances

In March 2009, DriverSide completed its Series B funding round and has raised a total of $8.4 million from two funding rounds led by Catamount Ventures, Allegis Capital and its founders.

DriverSide’s revenue is generated through advertising, business partnerships and lead generation in which DriverSide offers automobile related services to its users.