Keyloop is a software company headquartered in Reading, United Kingdom. It develops digital platforms for automotive dealerships and manufacturers to manage operations and customer engagement.[1][2][3]

Keyloop
Company typePrivate
IndustryAutomotive software
Founded1976
FounderKerridge Computer Company
HeadquartersReading, United Kingdom
Area served
Worldwide
ProductsFusion Automotive Retail Platform; Dealer Management Systems (DMS)
OwnerFrancisco Partners
Number of employees
~2,370 (2025)
Websitewww.keyloop.com

History

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The company was originally founded in 1976 in Hungerford, UK, under the name Kerridge. It later became part of ADP Dealer Services and, subsequently, CDK Global International.[2]

In March 2021, CDK Global's international operations were acquired by private equity firm Francisco Partners, which rebranded the business as Keyloop.[2][4]

Keyloop has since made several strategic acquisitions and launched new products and programs. In April 2024, it acquired Automotive Transformation Group (ATG), enhancing its omnichannel retail capabilities and combining ATG's e-commerce platform with Keyloop's data analytics to better connect consumer journeys in automotive retail.[5]

In May 2025, Keyloop launched Service Hub, a cloud-native, web-based aftersales tool.[6] The same year, Keyloop opened a new Global Delivery Hub in Hyderabad, India to develop international R&D and support networks.[7]

In August 2025, Keyloop partnered with ThoughtSpot for a new business intelligence suite, VEGA. The collaboration provides real-time analytics, predictive trend analysis, and reporting tools embedded into Keyloop's dealer-facing software products.[8]

Keyloop also developed the Fusion Automotive Retail Platform (ARP), which integrates multiple domains - Demand, Supply, Ownership, Operate - to optimize dealership operations.[9][10]

References

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  1. ^ "Keyloop acquires automotive SaaS ATG". Tech.eu. 2024-04-10. Retrieved 2025-11-03.
  2. ^ a b c "KEYLOOP (UK) LIMITED overview - Find and update company information - GOV.UK". find-and-update.company-information.service.gov.uk. Retrieved 2025-11-03.
  3. ^ Keyloop. "International Business Of CDK Global Becomes Keyloop". www.prnewswire.com. Retrieved 2025-11-03.
  4. ^ "Francisco Partners Completes Acquisition of International Business of CDK Global". Business Wire. 2021-03-01. Retrieved 3 November 2025.
  5. ^ "Keyloop completes the acquisition of Automotive Transformation Group (ATG)". Business Wire. 2024-05-02. Retrieved 3 November 2025.
  6. ^ "NEW KEYLOOP 'SERVICE HUB' BOOSTS AFTERSALES ORDER VALUE, IMPROVES EFFICIENCY AND MAXIMISES CUSTOMER SATISFACTION". PFPR Communications. 2 May 2025. Retrieved 3 November 2025.
  7. ^ "Keylook opens new global delivery hub in city". The Times of India. 2021-10-05. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2025-11-03.
  8. ^ Fowler, Ryan (2025-08-07). "Keyloop partners with ThoughtSpot to bring AI-powered insights to dealerships". Motor Trade News. Retrieved 2025-11-03.
  9. ^ dealer, Canadian auto (2025-09-17). "Keyloop launches an end-to-end auto retail platform called Fusion". Canadian Auto Dealer. Retrieved 2025-11-03.
  10. ^ Beaunoyer, Michel (2025-10-06). "Keyloop Launches Their Fusion Platform". Autosphere. Retrieved 2025-11-03.
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