New AutoSpies.com puts web users in the editorial driver seat

Today, we’re proud to announce the revolutionary new AutoSpies.com!

So what’s new?

Well, just about everything.

We have completed a full site upgrade, changed the design, added an easier user layout and eye-catching graphics.

But the big news is that we have acquired AutoCast Technology, a new web-based information ranking service, auto industry beware, now EVERYONE is an Auto Spy!


AutoCast Technology allows web users to read, review, post and rate popular automotive articles on AutoSpies.com, the leading insider automotive news website. The acquired technology brings together a social network of users that share an interest in the auto industry. When users find an automotive article online, they may post the article onto AutoSpies.com. Other users may provide their own comment reviews about the article and give the article a “Boosted” ranking. Articles that generate frequent “Boosted” votes will be priority positioned on the AutoSpies.com homepage. Users may also receive keyword alert emails to let them know that an article of their interest has been posted on AutoSpies.com.

“We’re delighted to be the first major auto site to offer these advanced capabilities to automotive enthusiasts around the world” said AutoSpies.com Founder Donald Buffamanti.

“AutoCast Technology puts users in the editorial driver seat. Instead of sifting through multiple websites to gather comprehensive information, users can visit AutoSpies.com and quickly find the best articles for their desired information,” noted Chip Grueter, creator of AutoCast Technology and founder of DealerRater.com.

You can post automotive news, stories, photos, videos, reviews or opinions for our audience of millions of readers. We will be giving away monthly prizes to contributors for the best stories and photographs.

As you can see, we made lots of changes but we also kept all the things you love about Auto Spies like our weekly newsletter. It will be EVEN BETTER!


So before we let you all get started, a couple of housekeeping notes:

To login for the first time use your email address for both the username AND the password.

Please follow the simple ‘Spy code of honor’ rules for posting/commenting:
1. We expect the same visitors who demand first class products and service from manufacturers, to be first class individuals themselves.
2. No self or business promotion allowed.
3. No pornography or inappropriate content allowed.
4. Be clear and to the point on headlines and stories.
5. Save people time by linking directly to the original news story.
6. Search First: Avoid duplication by searching to ensure no one has submitted the same story

And most of all, enjoy the new AutoSpies.com.

*Special thanks to 004 for his amazing knowledge and passion for technology and AutoSpies.com!!!

Please send your comments or site questions through our contact form

Oddjob - 7/5/2006 10:19:51 PM

+6 Boost

The only thing I like better than GOLD is the new AutoSpies.com!!!

Way to go guys!!!

Mark - 7/5/2006 11:13:32 PM

+4 Boost

Well, like anything else you put up here 001...I'm going to wait and give it my final judgemet after 'using' it for a while.

But, congrats on the upgrade and another step forward for AS. It does look good.

Mark - 7/5/2006 11:18:32 PM

0 Boost

001....how do we contact you? about our profile?

six50i - 7/5/2006 11:33:48 PM

+4 Boost

Very nice. I have so many files to do,but i think i need to play with this for awhile. Looks AWESOME!

Agent004 - 7/5/2006 11:38:44 PM

+2 Boost

six50i, how about a few articles/photos/videos of your car(assuming your name means what I think it does!)

Agent001 - 7/5/2006 11:40:49 PM

0 Boost

msparlin...what do you want to know?

Agent001 - 7/5/2006 11:49:48 PM

+1 Boost

Don't be shy everyone...load as much content as you want...pics, stories, links...004 tells me the site can't be broken, no matter HOW much stuff is loaded :)

Agent004 - 7/6/2006 12:05:47 AM

+1 Boost

he said what!

jmg37 - 7/6/2006 12:27:05 AM

-1 Boost

what happened to the hot chicks? Can't seem to find that section anywhere on the site!

MPower - 7/6/2006 12:58:54 AM

+5 Boost

I like the new look. Keep up the good work. Thanks for all the up-to-date headlines.

Giselelover - 7/6/2006 3:06:00 AM

+3 Boost

If I were Auto Spies competitors I wouldn't be resting easy after seeing this new site! Looks like 001 just checkmated the competition!

Mark - 7/6/2006 6:33:18 AM

+1 Boost

001 - how do we change our 'handle'? i.e changing "msparlin" to something else, like what it was before.

JethroBodine - 7/6/2006 8:34:03 AM

+3 Boost

Seems good, but yeah, what happened to the hot chicks?

NotACarGuy - 7/6/2006 9:32:18 AM

+4 Boost

The new design is amazing. Keep up the good work. I feel sorry for the competitors.

courtstone - 7/6/2006 10:10:16 AM

+4 Boost

Jethro...there are other websites out there to go to for that. This site is about automobiles. Good job AutoSpies!

Snapster - 7/6/2006 12:55:58 PM

+2 Boost

Where did the RSS Feed go? I've always had it Live Bookmarked in Firefox!

BM3W - 7/6/2006 1:17:43 PM

+3 Boost

Great job guys! The Autospies website looks great!!

PlanoA4 - 7/6/2006 2:23:35 PM

+3 Boost

Great job guys this is a big improvement.

Agent004 - 7/6/2006 2:58:08 PM

+3 Boost

The RSS feed will be back up shortly, we have not forgotten about it, it was just moved up on our priority list. :)

Mark - 7/6/2006 9:49:44 PM

+1 Boost

nevermind.....

chewy - 7/7/2006 2:24:16 AM

+2 Boost

Can we still post pictures in the comments section. Also, can we add links as well, that would be great.
[img]http://www.autospies.com/images/users/Agent001/spotlight7-5-06.jpg[/img]

chewy - 7/7/2006 2:24:57 AM

+1 Boost

Doesn't look like we can, will we able to post pictures in the future?

Agent004 - 7/7/2006 8:07:20 AM

+3 Boost

hey chewy, that is still up in the air as we know expect most people will be posting an article based around the photo(s) they have. If there is enough demand for it to be added back in, we will certainly incorporate it.

Agent004 - 7/8/2006 12:17:20 AM

+2 Boost

For anyone still having a problem registering, please don't hesitate to email us through our contact form, we can get it squared away, and usually within a few minutes.

chewy - 7/9/2006 6:15:02 PM

+1 Boost

Can we modify the articles that we have submitted?

Check123 - 7/11/2006 6:36:30 PM

+2 Boost

RSS is working again, thanks Agents!!

BTW, would be cool if you added in number of votes and number of comments to each article that goes in the feed. Also, any chance of releasing feeds for each section(Breaking News, Videos, Spy Shots...etc)?

Snapster - 7/12/2006 9:46:32 AM

+1 Boost

I second Check123 on the number of votes/comments added to the beginning of the headline (so its visible right off the bat) and a feed for each section.