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Auto Trader, officially known as AutoTrader.com, is a leading online marketplace for buying and selling vehicles in the United States. Headquartered in the US, the company has established a significant presence across major operational regions, connecting millions of buyers and sellers each year. Founded in 1975, Auto Trader has evolved from a print publication to a digital powerhouse, marking key milestones in the automotive industry.
The platform offers a comprehensive range of services, including vehicle listings, pricing tools, and financing options, all designed to streamline the car-buying process. What sets Auto Trader apart is its user-friendly interface and extensive database, which provides consumers with valuable insights and comparisons. As a market leader, Auto Trader has garnered recognition for its innovative approach, making it a trusted name in the automotive sector.
36
DitchCarbon score
0 vs industry average
Auto Trader’s score of 36 is higher than 58% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Very Low
Business Services is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
0.146
20182025
The Business Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 25% since 2018
Reported emissions
No reported emissions data is available for Auto Trader yet.
Auto Trader's reported carbon emissions
Auto Trader, headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. As a current subsidiary of Autotrader, Inc., emissions data may be cascaded from its parent company, Cox Enterprises, Inc. However, no specific emissions figures or reduction targets have been provided.
Despite the absence of detailed emissions data, Auto Trader is committed to sustainability and reducing its carbon footprint. The company is part of a broader corporate family that is likely engaged in various climate initiatives, although specific commitments or targets from Auto Trader itself have not been disclosed.
In summary, while Auto Trader has not published its carbon emissions data or specific reduction targets, it is positioned within a corporate structure that may influence its climate commitments through initiatives from Cox Enterprises, Inc.
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Auto Trader’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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Carbon Disclosure Project
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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RE 100
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Climate Action 100
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