Kudelski IoT, a division of the Swiss digital security conglomerate Kudelski Group, has introduced a new identity verification product tailored to the U.S. automotive market. The product, known as RecovR ID Check, is powered by Idemia’s biometric technology and aims to enhance security and streamline dealership operations.
According to the company, RecovR ID Check is designed to protect auto dealerships from identity theft and fraud in processes such as test drives, sales, and financing, whether conducted in-person or online. It integrates seamlessly into existing dealership workflows without requiring additional equipment or monthly subscription fees. Dealerships can purchase prepaid packages of ID checks based on their specific needs, offering flexibility and cost efficiency.
“RecovR ID Check is the latest extension of the successful RecovR product line, which has already transformed automotive retail with its solutions for lot management, vehicle theft recovery, and key tracking,” said Patrick Hauert, Senior Vice President of Asset Tracking at Kudelski IoT. “Our mission is to develop technology solutions that address the dynamic needs of today’s market. RecovR ID Check enhances auto dealers’ fraud prevention programs by providing a powerful tool to ensure secure and trustworthy transactions, reducing losses.”
Meanwhile, eLEND Solutions, a leader in identity fraud prevention, has announced that its tools blocked over $1 billion in potential vehicle purchase fraud in 2024. This achievement, unveiled at the 2025 NADA Show, highlights the pressing issue of fraud in the auto industry, where billions of dollars remain at stake.
“Vehicle purchase fraud is one of the top challenges facing auto dealerships today,” said Pete MacInnis, CEO of eLEND Solutions. “As auto purchase transactions become increasingly digitized, the need for robust identity verification and document authentication tools is more critical than ever.”
eLEND Solutions’ suite of products includes advanced document authentication, consumer data verification, and proof-of-presence technologies. Key offerings include:
- ID Drive: Conducting 35 forensic tests for document authentication.
- Identify: Cross-referencing consumer data against extensive databases and verifying proof of presence with one-time passwords (OTPs).
- DMV Data Match: Extracting and verifying driver’s license data with real-time API connections to DMV databases in 41 states.
- Pre-screen and Pre-qualification Tools: Allowing dealerships to assess a customer’s purchasing power instantly.
- Integration with 700 Credit: Providing access to identity verification tools, including OFAC Terrorist Search, ID Match, Synthetic Fraud detection, and compliance checks.
These technologies offer dealerships the tools to build consumer trust, reduce fraud risk, and improve operational efficiency as the industry continues its digital evolution.
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