Pinewood Technologies Group (PINE) AI & Technology Virtual Investor Conference 2025 summary

Strategic developments and market positioning

• Transitioned to a standalone software company in January 2024, unlocking new market opportunities and removing previous competitive barriers.

• Acquired Seez, an AI automotive company, in March, embedding advanced AI capabilities directly into the platform and differentiating from competitors.

• Achieved less than 2% customer churn and 85%-90% recurring revenue, providing strong financial visibility and stability.

• 100% cloud-hosted solution, with plans for dual hosting (Microsoft and AWS), enhancing security and scalability.

• Expanded global reach to 36 countries, with significant presence in the U.K., Europe, Asia, and entry into North America.

North American expansion and partnerships

• Signed a major deal with Lithia to roll out the system across all U.K. and U.S. dealers, targeting a $9.3 billion addressable market.

• Buyout of Lithia's JV share removed barriers to broader U.S. market access; rollout expected to double revenue by 2028.

• Pilots in U.S. Lithia stores began this week, with full rollout starting in the first half of next year.

• Established a strong U.S. team, with operations based in Florida and support from U.K. staff.

• Targeting up to 20% U.S. market share, aiming for rapid dealer onboarding and aggressive growth.

Product innovation and operational efficiency

• Platform eliminates need for multiple bolt-on systems, offering a unified solution that increases dealership efficiency and productivity.

• Embedded AI (Sales AI, Service AI, chatbots) automates customer interactions and administrative tasks, reducing implementation time to days.

• Data and analytics tools are fully integrated, improving reporting accuracy and timeliness.

• Demonstrated ability to implement systems rapidly, with up to 14 dealerships converted in a single weekend.

• AI-driven training and support tools reduce on-site staffing needs and accelerate user adoption.