Cars45, Nigeria’s leading automotive trading platform, is proud to announce its win as the "Best Retail Organization in Omnichannel Trade" at the prestigious 2024 Africa Retail Awards. This event, organised by the Africa Retail Academy and Lagos Business School in partnership with Nairametrics and KPMG, celebrates excellence and innovation in the African retail industry.

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This recognition emphasises Cars45's commitment to transforming Nigeria’s automotive sector through a seamless integration of online and offline retail channels. The platform is bridging the gap between digital convenience and in-person expertise, improving the car buying and selling experience for its customers.

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Since kicking off operations in 2016, Cars45 has made a significant impact on Nigeria’s automotive industry by offering a comprehensive platform for buying, selling, and financing vehicles. The business approach combines advanced technology with a large network of 70+ inspection centres across the country. And providing customers with verified vehicle listings, accurate inspection reports, and reliable document verification processes.

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Acknowledging the award, Maxim Makarchuk, COO at Cars45, said:

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"Our win at the Africa Retail Awards affirms our success in providing a seamless omnichannel experience for our customers. With over 30,000 verified vehicles sold through our platform and 1500 inspections carried out monthly across our centres, we stay grounded in ensuring car transactions are as efficient, reliable, hassle-free and transparent as possible for buyers and sellers across the country."

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The Cars45 omnichannel strategy has been instrumental in expanding its reach and meeting the evolving needs of Nigeria’s automotive market, especially in the used car segment. With the integration of its online platform and the convenience of physical inspection centres, the platform has built a customer-centric model that offers a systematic, hassle-free experience for users across the country.

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Cars45 has consistently supported car dealerships, corporates, and individual sellers through strategic offerings like dealer financing, fleet sourcing, and liquidation services. These initiatives have helped numerous businesses grow and meet the teeming demands of the market.