Automoto, the Bengaluru-based mobility startup known for customer-first innovation, has announced the launch of Inspekt AI, an AI-driven and buyer-focused vehicle inspection platform that aims to bring greater transparency, trust, and intelligence to India’s rapidly expanding used-car ecosystem.
India’s used-car market, valued at more than USD 36 billion and projected to reach USD 70–100 billion in the coming years, now surpasses new-car sales and continues to grow at a strong double-digit CAGR. However, buyers still encounter major trust issues, ranging from incomplete vehicle histories to unclear mechanical conditions and inconsistent inspection standards.
Large players such as Spinny and Cars24 have streamlined processes for sellers, yet the buyer’s side of the transaction remains largely underserved. The platform combines AI-assisted diagnostics with expert physical inspections to deliver unbiased and platform-agnostic assessments, regardless of whether buyers source vehicles from marketplaces, dealerships, or individual sellers.
Its core capabilities include AI-enhanced damage and anomaly detection, detailed mechanical and structural health reports, simplified risk summaries with purchase recommendations, and a fully independent non-inventory model that eliminates conflicts of interest.
“From day one, Automoto was built to eliminate customer compromise,” said Sreeraj PV, founder & CEO of Automoto. “With Inspekt AI, we’re bringing a neutral, AI-backed trust layer to the buyer, something the market has needed for years. Our goal is simple: empower buyers with clarity, confidence, and control.”
Inspekt AI is now available for bookings in Bengaluru, and Automoto plans to expand the service to major metros in the upcoming quarters. The company is also evaluating partnerships with banks, NBFCs, insurers, and mobility platforms to integrate Inspekt AI as an underwriting and risk-assessment layer.
