ForecourIQ vs Click Dealer — Which platform is right for your dealership?
Click Dealer is a trusted name built over two decades. ForecourIQ is built for the next two. If you are a dealer who wants modern infrastructure, AI buying intelligence, and a website that competes with franchise brands — this comparison explains the difference.
About Click Dealer
Click Dealer is one of the longest-established dealer platform providers in the UK, serving approximately 1,800 dealers. It offers websites, DMS, and advertising feed management.
FOUNDED: 2003 · TARGET MARKET: Independent and franchise dealers, particularly in the volume end of the market
Head to head
| Feature | ForecourIQ | Click Dealer |
|---|---|---|
| AI Buying Intelligence | ✓ | — |
| Regional Market Demand Data | ✓ | — |
| Private Seller Monitoring | ✓ | — |
| Website Design Standard | Bespoke, Next.js 15 | Template-based |
| Pricing Transparency | Published | Quote-required |
| Lock-in Contract | None | Typically 12 months |
| Local SEO Architecture | Native | Add-on |
| Onboarding Time | 48 hours | Variable |
| Unified Lead Inbox | ✓ | ✓ |
| AutoTrader Sync | ✓ | ✓ |
| DVLA Lookup | ✓ | ✓ |
| HMRC MTD Compliant | ✓ | ✓ |
| FCA Audit Trail | ✓ | ✓ |
| Part-Exchange Widget | ✓ | ✓ |
| API Access | ✓ (Elite) | Restricted |
| Cloud-Native Infrastructure | ✓ | Partial |
| Page Load Speed | <1s | 2s - 4s |
| Mobile-First DMS | ✓ | Partial |
| Automated SMS/Email | ✓ | ✓ |
| White-Glove Onboarding | ✓ (Elite) | Varies |
Migrating from Click Dealer to ForecourIQ
Consultation
We review your existing setup, portal feeds, and data volume to build a specific migration plan.
Data Export
We work with you to export your stock and customer records from your current platform safely.
Parallel Run
We configure your ForecourIQ environment and test portal feeds while your old site stays live.
Switchover
A clean cut-over with 1:1 URL redirects to protect your SEO ranking during the transition.
For the dealers who understand that the forecourt is a precision instrument.
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