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Would you buy a used car online? A look behind the scenes

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June 11, 2026

Autohero sells used cars online and business is booming. See how they inspect, clean and ready vehicles for delivery or pick-up. Plus: an interview with the CEO of engine maker Deutz, and test driving Cupra's new Born.

Autohero's vehicle preparation center near Berlin is just one of 12 locations the online retailer operates in nine European countries. The company only sells cars that are no more than 10 years old and have fewer than 100,000 kilometers on the odometer. Using a proprietary app and AI, mechanics and technicians find vehicle-specific solutions to repair and refurbish the vehicles. Once they've been fixed up and cleaned using dry ice, the cars are photographed and put up for sale on the company's website. Autohero lets buyers inspect the vehicle online, providing them with photos and lots of detail. Also on the show: Deutz CEO Sebastian Schulte talks about the engine manufacturer's pivot towards defense. And REV takes Cupra's sporty EV, the Born VZ, out for a spin in Madrid.

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