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Car trading. Automated.

Car dealership software for independent dealers

Manage your stock, list on mobile.de and AutoScout24, issue e-invoices and send accounting data via DATEV. All in one system.

Control Autaxo with your own AI

Your dealership. At a glance.

Start with an overview of your stock, days in stock and finances. Open any vehicle record from here.

Explore vehicle management

A vehicle arrives on your forecourt.

Scan the registration document or start with the VIN. Import the vehicle details and record the purchase with its contract and receipts.

Explore the vehicle record

Keep track of your stock.

Check vehicle status, days in stock and listing status in your stock list. Open a vehicle to add details or adjust the price.

Explore vehicle management

From vehicle photo to finished listing.

Replace the background with Autaxo Studio and use the finished photos in your listing on mobile.de or AutoScout24.

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Green Porsche 911 against its original industrial background
The same green Porsche 911 against an Autaxo Studio showroom background
Original photo Autaxo Studio

From enquiry to sales contract.

Reply to the enquiry and create the sales contract from the vehicle record. Collect a signature on a tablet or via a link, then issue the e-invoice.

Explore contracts and e-signatures

Accounting data for your tax advisor.

Send entries and receipt images to your tax firm via DATEV Buchungsdatenservice, or use the DATEV EXTF export.

Explore accounting and DATEV

*E-invoicing is mandatory in Germany from 2027 for businesses with over €800,000 in previous-year turnover; generally for all from 2028

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What customers say about Autaxo

5.0 from 23 Google reviews

Real experiences with Autaxo. Selected customer reviews from Google.

Google

Translated from German

“Autoaxo offers a clever all-in-one solution. Going back and forth between different platforms is no longer necessary. Everything tax-related and many other functions are in one place. This makes many things easier and …” Read more Show less

“Autoaxo offers a clever all-in-one solution. Going back and forth between different platforms is no longer necessary. Everything tax-related and many other functions are in one place. This makes many things easier and allows for more efficient work. Updates are quick and add useful features. From a legal perspective, Autoaxo is always up to date, which is essential. Recommended!”

Mo Katiela Sasa Automotive
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Translated from German

“I have been looking for a program like this for a long time; it is clearly laid out and easy to use. The implementation of margin taxation is particularly helpful to me. The team and support are also great. Keep it up!”

Fabian F. Car dealer
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Google

Translated from German

“I am very satisfied with the Autaxo software. The application is clearly laid out, easy to use and makes day-to-day work considerably easier. I particularly appreciate its reliable operation and good support. Overall, this is highly recommendable software.”

Berkin Dincdogan Automobile Rhein-Westfalen
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Translated from German

“I am a vehicle dealer myself, and the software is really foolproof — perfect even for someone who has never had anything to do with bookkeeping before. It is very easy to use. I can only recommend the program. The guys …” Read more Show less

“I am a vehicle dealer myself, and the software is really foolproof — perfect even for someone who has never had anything to do with bookkeeping before. It is very easy to use. I can only recommend the program. The guys behind the program are also great: instead of having an AI answer your questions, they personally take time for you, sit down with you in a meeting and explain everything step by step.”

Elham Raimovic Automobile WNCD
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Translated from German

“Switching from LexOffice to Autaxo: more convenient invoicing software with additional inventory management; fast and very personal support/contact; very innovative; requirements/suggestions are taken into account; unbeatable value for money!! Absolutely recommended.”

Maximilian Neudert Car Center Erfurt
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Translated from German

“As a tax consultancy, we currently support 17 independent car dealers who work with Autaxo. The decisive point for us: the dealer already determines the tax treatment at vehicle level, whether margin taxation, standard …” Read more Show less

“As a tax consultancy, we currently support 17 independent car dealers who work with Autaxo. The decisive point for us: the dealer already determines the tax treatment at vehicle level, whether margin taxation, standard taxation, an intra-EU supply or an export, and the supporting documents are attached directly to the transaction. Via the DATEV Buchungsdatenservice, the postings together with their document images are transferred to our firm; we do not enter anything again, and the individual margin under §25a can be traced at any time. The result is significantly fewer queries and annual financial statements without reworking the vehicle ledger. We initially made a one-off adjustment to the account mappings to match our chart of accounts. We recommend Autaxo to our clients in the independent used-car trade.”

Heike Maniezki
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Google

Translated from German

“Very friendly advice from Mr Rüter. Always available. A business relationship like this is a pleasure.”

Peter Müller
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Google

Translated from German

“Autaxo makes our daily work enormously easier. The software offers an incredible number of features, is clearly laid out and saves us a great deal of time in our day-to-day work. One particularly positive aspect is that …” Read more Show less

“Autaxo makes our daily work enormously easier. The software offers an incredible number of features, is clearly laid out and saves us a great deal of time in our day-to-day work. One particularly positive aspect is that new features are continually added to Autaxo free of charge. This means the software is constantly evolving and adapting to the requirements of the vehicle trade. The value for money is also impressive: compared with many competitors, you get significantly more features at a fair price. A clear recommendation for anyone looking for powerful, future-proof and affordable software for the vehicle trade!”

Arne Pereira da Silva
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Google

Translated from German

“A very comprehensive program. The team is also extremely helpful and committed. Autaxo has made my bookkeeping incredibly convenient.”

Danial
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Google

Translated from German

“Very satisfied so far. Great customer service, I can fully recommend it.”

Automobilzentrum Yalcin
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Google

Translated from German

“Exactly what I was looking for. Intuitive, reliable and time-saving.”

Tolgahan Olas
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Google

Translated from German

“A really great tool for dealers. The value for money is simply right, and you can tell that the people behind it put their hearts into it and are constantly developing the tool. Overall, a really good all-round package. I'm very satisfied and can only recommend it.”

Patrick Schattauer
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Translated from German

“Autaxo is a young, dedicated company with a modern DMS solution that really stands out in the automotive industry. The software is continuously being developed, with new ideas and practical solutions regularly being …” Read more Show less

“Autaxo is a young, dedicated company with a modern DMS solution that really stands out in the automotive industry. The software is continuously being developed, with new ideas and practical solutions regularly being incorporated. Support is fast, knowledgeable and always helpful. A clear recommendation! Here's to many more years of good cooperation.”

Robert Heibeck
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Paul Bogdan Patras
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Google

Translated from German

“Great guys and always helpful, very active and a good young team. Always up to date!”

Nichtrelevant
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Google

Translated from German

“I have been using my own PDF and Excel spreadsheets for years, which made working more than laborious. I also used two of the most widely used business software solutions, but they were simply too complicated and not …” Read more Show less

“I have been using my own PDF and Excel spreadsheets for years, which made working more than laborious. I also used two of the most widely used business software solutions, but they were simply too complicated and not specifically tailored to the vehicle trade. As a vehicle dealer, I have been waiting for Autaxo for years. Precisely tailored software that also equips a smaller business with professional software. Even checking foreign tax IDs and the associated report are included in the software. A very well-thought-out solution that is constantly being developed and improved. I am absolutely delighted. Support through the WhatsApp group is also brilliant. Questions are answered quickly. Everything is more than excellent. Keep it up.”

D Z
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Google

Translated from German

“First-class service”

Zedern GmbH
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Google

Translated from German

“We now use Autaxo in our dealership's day-to-day work and notice a clear improvement, particularly with contracts, invoices and preparing the required documentation, such as for trade within the EU. The interface is …” Read more Show less

“We now use Autaxo in our dealership's day-to-day work and notice a clear improvement, particularly with contracts, invoices and preparing the required documentation, such as for trade within the EU. The interface is modern and easy to understand, and you quickly find your way around. It is especially helpful that many steps now run in a more structured and orderly way than before. For us, it provides strong support in our daily business!”

Kira H
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Google

Translated from German

“I had only just become self-employed and was unfamiliar with the tax system. I was very afraid of getting into trouble with the tax office. Eventually, I found you. I am very grateful to you and for your services. Everything is really great, simple and straightforward.”

MSE Automobile
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Google

Translated from German

“We now use Autaxo regularly at our dealership and are very satisfied. The platform makes day-to-day work considerably easier and has a clear layout. The support team in particular is easy to reach, knowledgeable and …” Read more Show less

“We now use Autaxo regularly at our dealership and are very satisfied. The platform makes day-to-day work considerably easier and has a clear layout. The support team in particular is easy to reach, knowledgeable and reliably helps with questions. Working together is straightforward and professional. A clear recommendation for dealerships and vehicle dealers who want to make their processes more efficient. Many thanks to the entire Autaxo team!”

Elvin Nazarov
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Translated from German

“Autaxo is now a regular part of our day-to-day work, and we are really glad we took the step. Many processes have become much more structured since its introduction, especially those involving vehicles, documents and …” Read more Show less

“Autaxo is now a regular part of our day-to-day work, and we are really glad we took the step. Many processes have become much more structured since its introduction, especially those involving vehicles, documents and invoices. You can simply tell that the software is closer to the practical realities of the used vehicle trade than many general-purpose solutions. For us, introducing it was definitely the right decision.”

Tobias
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Connect your own AI to Autaxo

Your AI.Your Autaxo.

  • ChatGPT
  • Claude
  • Perplexity
  • Microsoft Copilot

Microsoft Copilot via Copilot Studio.

Which vehicles earn their keep? Where is capital tied up in your stock? Ask your AI to analyse your Autaxo data. Or send it a vehicle registration document and have it create the vehicle directly in Autaxo.

The MCP integration gives your AI access to your Autaxo data and functions. Create monthly reports and charts using the features available in your AI system.

  • Read registration documents
  • Monthly reports and charts
  • Analyse margins and days in stock
  • Manage customers and invoices
  • Monitor listings
  • Publish and unpublish listings
Control Autaxo with your AI

Sign in with your Autaxo account. Your user permissions also apply to the integration.

Your AI at work in your dealership For illustration. No live data.
  1. Understand your business

    Hey Claude, create a report for last month: sales, margins and days in stock.

    Your AI builds the report from your Autaxo data.

  2. Create a vehicle directly

    Create the vehicle from this registration document in Autaxo.

    Your AI reads the registration document and creates the vehicle in Autaxo.

Everything in the vehicle record.

How do the DMS, Studio, website and marketplace connect?

DMS

One vehicle. One shared record.

Contracts, tax treatment and accounting all refer to the same data.

The tax treatment stays with the vehicle. Documents and accounting entries are linked and ready to be sent to your tax advisor through DATEV.

Back in the record: Tax treatment, documents, accounting entries.

Explore the DMS

Studio

Photos stay with the vehicle.

The record provides the photo. Studio provides the new background.

The edited photo is saved back to the vehicle record. From there, it is available for your dealership website and connected marketplaces.

Back in the record: The finished images.

Explore Studio

Website

Turn your inventory into your website.

One source of data for your DMS and dealership website.

Vehicle data, images and status come from the same record. Form enquiries are saved in Autaxo, and you also receive an email.

Back in Autaxo: Enquiries from your dealership website.

Explore dealership websites

Marketplace

Your network. Your next purchase.

Discover current vehicles from other Autaxo dealers every day.

The exclusive B2B marketplace recommends vehicles based on your previous transactions and preferences, helping you discover offers that could be relevant to your business.

Back in the record: Your personal vehicle recommendations.

Explore the B2B marketplace (German)
YOUR DAILY DEALERSHIP WORK

One system. One workflow.

Autaxo is a cloud-based dealer management system for independent car dealers. Enter data once, handle enquiries as a team and use the same vehicle record all the way through to accounting.

Update once. Stay current on your marketplaces.

Update prices and photos for mobile.de and AutoScout24 centrally. Sold a vehicle? Remove its listing directly from Autaxo.

Explore marketplace integrations

What’s on today?

Explore your daily tasks and see how to handle them in Autaxo.

1

Scan the registration document: VIN, vehicle details and first registration are imported automatically.

2

Classify the purchase: the tax treatment (§25a margin scheme, standard VAT or EU) is attached to the transaction from the start.

3

Ready in under 60 seconds: the vehicle record is created, ready for documents and costs.

Carlo in the DMS

And for everything in between: Ask Carlo.

Carlo understands your documents, checks plausibility, explains tax cases and answers questions about your own figures, directly in the DMS instead of a separate tool.

Meet Carlo
CarloExample conversation

You

Hey Carlo, create this vehicle record for me.

Vehicle-registration.jpg
VINWVWZZZ1KZ6W...
  1. Image read
  2. VIN extracted
  3. Vehicle record created
Vehicle record
VW Golf identifiedready
  • Golf VII
  • First reg. 2016
  • VIN checked
  • Record ready
  1. You

    Tell me, which cars made me the most profit last month?

  2. Carlo

    Your VW Polos led on average profit last month, especially those bought from private sellers.

    For your next purchase, I would look at similar Polos. Would you like me to compare your most profitable vehicles by purchase price, costs and profit?

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Your workflow

Start quickly. Keep things running smoothly.

No migration project: start with your stock and documents. Sales and accounting then run side by side in one system, ready for a smooth month-end close.

Get started
Getting started · once

Set up today

No migration project: start with what you have.

  1. Optionally connect your marketplaces: link mobile.de and AutoScout24 to import your stock automatically.

  2. Upload supplier invoices: Autaxo uses the VIN to assign them directly to the right vehicle.

  3. Get straight to work: write purchase contracts and sales invoices, update listings and display your stock on your existing website or one created by Autaxo.

Ongoing · daily business

Sell & manage

Stock, photos and enquiries come together in one system.

  1. Enhance vehicle photos in the 360-degree showroom and automatically sync them with your listings.

  2. Handle customer enquiries from connected channels in lead management and follow up as a team.

  3. Keep your mileage log, manage team tasks and close deals.

Ongoing · accounting

Accounting as you work

Receipts, bank data and accounting entries follow your transactions.

  1. Upload all accounting documents; Carlo reads them and suggests preliminary account assignments.

  2. All your accounting runs in Autaxo, using the same data as sales and stock management.

  3. Connect your bank account: payments are matched to invoices automatically.

At month end

Everything comes together here.

No hunting for receipts or weekends in the office: your handoffs are ready.

DATEV handoff

Accounting entries and receipt images go directly to your tax firm through Buchungsdatenservice.

Stock list

Your current vehicle stock as a ready-to-use list, at the click of a button.

Vehicle trade register

Autaxo automatically maintains the trade register required by §25a(6) of the German VAT Act.

Premium Support · Exclusive to DMS Business

More support. Beyond getting started.

With DMS Business, we handle your setup and provide personal support as you run your dealership every day.

  • Let us handle the setup

    We set up your contracts, customers and vehicle inventory, connect your marketplaces, and configure permissions for your team.

  • Personal help in daily work

    From onboarding and your first real transaction to a follow-up session: we guide you and give your support requests priority.

  • Organise data and find contacts

    We agree data cleanup with your dealership and/or tax advisor. If needed, we can introduce you to bookkeepers and tax advisors.

“Overall, we see Autaxo as exceptional value for money. Very fairly priced for the range of features you get.”

Veridian Automotive Premium vehicles · Albstadt · Translated from German
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FAQ: From §25a to e-invoicing

Quick answers to help you get started (not tax or legal advice).

Getting started & vehicle stock

Who is Autaxo for?

For car dealers who want to bring vehicle records, documents, tax logic and accounting together in one system. Particularly useful for §25a margin taxation, EU transactions and exports.

How quickly can I add a vehicle?

You typically start with a scan or VIN: vehicle details are imported automatically, making it faster and more consistent to create the record.

Can I import my vehicle stock from mobile.de?

Yes. The bidirectional mobile.de integration lets you import existing stock without retyping listing details. AutoScout24 is connected too.

What does Autaxo cost, and can I try it for free?

You can try Autaxo free with no time limit and no credit card. Some features are limited during the trial, such as watermarks on invoices. The One, Pro and Business DMS plans start at €49 per month excluding VAT, can be cancelled monthly and have no setup fee. See the pricing page for details.

E-invoicing & accounting

Does Autaxo create e-invoices?

Yes. Autaxo creates e-invoices in accordance with EN 16931: XML data is embedded directly in the invoice PDF, and XRechnung is supported. The e-invoice includes payment terms and the due date, and every invoice carries a Girocode for payment through a banking app. Autaxo is therefore prepared for the phased German e-invoicing requirement through 2028.

How does the DATEV handoff work?

The standard option is DATEV Buchungsdatenservice: accounting entries and receipt images are sent directly to your tax firm’s DATEV environment, without sending CSV files. The classic DATEV EXTF export is also available as a CSV file for SKR03, SKR04 and SKR51.

What does the bank integration do?

Connect your business account to Autaxo: balances and transactions are synchronised automatically, incoming payments are matched to the right invoices, customers and vehicles, and each invoice shows its payment status. See the pricing page for plan availability.

Can Autaxo create sales contracts and collect digital signatures?

Yes. Contracts and other documents are created directly from the transaction using a template for its tax treatment. Sign digitally on a tablet or via a link, with an audit trail; all documents stay attached to the transaction.

Listings & customers

How do I manage mobile.de and AutoScout24 listings centrally?

With Autaxo car dealer software, you can publish, update and remove vehicle listings on mobile.de and AutoScout24 directly from the DMS. Manage prices, vehicle details, descriptions and photos centrally. The integrations send changes to the connected marketplaces. The AI website builder also lets you display the same stock on your own dealer website, avoiding duplicate data entry.

Does Autaxo include a dealer website?

Yes. Your vehicle stock appears as live listings directly from the DMS on your own website and domain, without duplicate updates. Build it yourself with the AI website builder or use Autaxo’s done-for-you service.

How does Autaxo handle customer enquiries (leads)?

Enquiries from your dealer website, marketplaces such as mobile.de and AutoScout24, and connected channels such as email and WhatsApp come together in one inbox. Autaxo automatically matches leads to the right customers; marketplace enquiries are also linked to the vehicle. Your team can reply and manage follow-ups in the integrated CRM.

Can Autaxo enhance vehicle photos?

Yes, with Autaxo Studio: replace backgrounds with AI, generate your own 360-degree showrooms and send the finished photos directly to mobile.de and AutoScout24. Studio is included in every DMS plan.

Tax, GoBD & Carlo

What is §25a margin taxation in the car trade?

Section 25a of the German VAT Act governs margin taxation for certain second-hand goods, including used vehicles. Tax is calculated on the margin rather than the full selling price (the details involve tax and legal matters). Read more about §25a in our blog.

Which tax treatments does Autaxo support?

Autaxo supports the § 25a UStG margin scheme, standard VAT, intra-Community transactions, exports and reverse charge. It also supports chain transactions involving the EU or third countries, including non-taxable sales in third-country chain transactions. Tax-exempt purchase and sales line items can be recorded using the “Tax-exempt (§ 4 UStG)” tax treatment. Matching invoice notes, accounting allocations and guidance on required supporting documents help you through the workflow.

How does Carlo (AI) help in practice?

Carlo supports your workflow with plausibility checks, for example around common pitfalls in EU, export and §25a transactions, and gives contextual guidance before errors reach documents or accounting.

Is Autaxo GoBD compliant?

Autaxo is designed for GoBD compliance: audit-proof receipt storage with change history, a digital cash book with negative-balance checks and an automatically maintained vehicle trade register under §25a(6) of the German VAT Act. Hosting is in Germany.

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