inride Secures Patent for Innovative Agentic AI Platform Ahead of NADA 2026

inride, an emerging leader in automotive technology, has recently announced the successful filing of a crucial patent for its agentic AI platform. This platform is engineered to reshape the landscape of automotive retail by enhancing transaction execution through autonomous intelligence, particularly through its flagship offering, Trade Agent AI. The official reveal is anticipated to take place at the forthcoming NADA 2026 event in Las Vegas, marking a pivotal moment for inride as it moves towards redefining industry standards.

Unlike traditional systems that merely assist with tasks, inride's AI operates independently to identify potential opportunities, assess values, and engage customers—all without the need for human intervention. As stated by inride’s CEO Nick Perdikis, “This patent isn't just about safeguarding a feature; it signifies the protection of an entirely new operational model for conducting transactions.”

The innovative Trade Agent AI aims to tackle common challenges faced by auto dealers, especially in efficiently sourcing profitable inventory. The platform continuously processes dealership data, pinpointing trade-in opportunities while leveraging real-time valuation intelligence derived from trusted industry sources. Furthermore, it automates customer interactions while adhering to compliance directives, thereby simplifying the management of state-specific restrictions and contact policies. This allows for an efficient conversion of opportunities into booked appointments nationwide—scaling effortlessly across dealership networks without the burden of manual campaigns.

Perdikis also emphasized the need for effective execution in dealer strategies: “Dealers don’t require more dashboards; they need a process that delivers results. That is exactly what agentic AI provides.”

The patent filing not only solidifies inride's intellectual property but also lays the groundwork for a new category of dealership technology that transcends mere incremental automation.

To ensure robust protection of its cutting-edge technology, inride has partnered with WilmerHale, enlisting their expertise for a comprehensive patent process aimed at securing long-term stability for its platform as it prepares for future scaling opportunities. In the lead-up to NADA 2026, inride is also gearing up for several strategic announcements, including new collaborations with significant automotive and technology organizations.

During the NADA event, inride plans to host live demonstrations of its Trade Agent AI at Booth 2405W. Attendees can get firsthand experience of the platform’s capabilities throughout the event, accompanied by a private VIP gathering where more insights will be shared about the future of automotive transactions.

Looking ahead, inride envisions its agentic AI framework as having potential applications beyond the automotive sector, aiming to bring innovation to other asset-based industries.

About inride

Founded with the mission of transforming transactions in automotive retail, inride is pioneering the development of autonomous, agentic AI systems designed to operate independently from human orchestration. Its flagship platform, Trade Agent AI, works within dealership datasets to discover opportunities, engage customers, and successfully execute transactions, thereby reimagining the way intelligence interacts with the automotive marketplace and beyond.