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# Contactless Car Vending Machines
Auto Trader Created a Stress-Free Way to Purchase a Car

By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2019-08-21 | Autos
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/car-vending-machines
References: [campaignlive](https://www.campaignlive.co.uk/article/auto-trader-launches-car-vending-machine/1594515) & [autotrader](https://www.autotrader.co.uk/)

Several car vending machines have been introduced to various parts of the world, many of them taking the form of towering units that are stacked with vehicles. In the UK, [Auto Trader](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-nuvolari) recently launched its own vehicle vending machine but it's compact enough to hold just a single car.

In London, Auto Trader is presenting a new [Renault](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/renault-twingo-concept) Zoe from Lookers Motor Group in an enclosed box. Amazingly, the car can be purchased with a contactless payment of just £16,000, which is significantly less than the recommended retail price of £22,470. With this vehicle vending machine system, Auto Trader and the Lookers Motor Group are hoping to introduce a "haggle-free way to purchase a brand new car" outside of the traditional car dealership setting.

Naturally, once the vehicle sells, it will be restocked and more cost-effective models will be made available for purchase in the same easy way.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 5.9/10
- Popularity: 79% | Activity: 88% | Freshness: 9%
- Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women
- Primary generations: Millennial
- Top markets: North America

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Car Vending Machines:** The proliferation of car vending machines offers a convenient and streamlined way to purchase vehicles.
- **Contactless Payment:** The integration of contactless payment methods in car vending machines provides a hassle-free and efficient purchasing experience.
- **Haggle-free Car Buying:** The introduction of vending machines as an alternative car buying option eliminates the need for negotiation and empowers customers with fixed pricing.

### Where This Applies

- **Automotive:** The automotive industry can benefit from implementing car vending machines as a disruptive innovation that transforms the traditional car buying process.
- **Retail:** The retail industry can explore opportunities to incorporate contactless payment technology in various vending machine systems, promoting convenient and secure transactions.
- **Technology:** The technology industry can contribute to the development of advanced vending machine solutions that enhance the user experience and offer innovative features, such as personalized recommendations.

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