CashSentinel

CashSentinel Auto

The trusted solution that secures automotive transactions

  • Funds held securely on dedicated accounts
  • Released upon delivery of the vehicle
  • Automated distribution of funds
  • Fully digital workflow and regulatory compliance
  • + 100,000transactions completed every year
  • + €1.5 bnin payment flows processed every year
  • + 1,000professional automotive clients

Trusted by

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Benefits

Why CashSentinel Auto?

A solution built for the automotive trade: protected funds, verified parties, payment released when the vehicle is handed over.

Controlled cash flows

Funds never pass through your accounts. Your sales and your margins stay protected.

Fraud stopped

Identities and IBANs verified on every contract. Automotive fraud cases can exceed €15,000. Protect yourself with CashSentinel Auto.

Structured contracts

Trade-ins, financing, multiple commissions: up to 50% less time spent on administration.

Disputes covered

A complete, enforceable contract for every sale. 52% of buyers fear having no recourse if something goes wrong. In addition, CashSentinel provides Legal Protection insured by Allianz.

Features

Secure every step of the vehicle sale.

Contract, approvals and payment brought together in a single workflow - funds released when the vehicle is handed over.

Dashboard

Track every sale at a glance: steps in progress, documents received, payment ready to trigger.

Vehicle contract

Vehicle, parties and documents gathered in one dedicated workspace, with real-time approvals and notifications.

Secure payment

Deposit and balance collected on a dedicated account. Funds are only released when the vehicle is handed over.

Verified identities & IBANs

Compliance checks on every party and bank verification on every contract - fraud is stopped before it starts.

Automated commissions

Net seller proceeds and commissions calculated and paid out automatically upon delivery, with no manual intervention.

Integration & branding

CashSentinel fits into your tools and your brand colours, without weighing down the customer experience.

The platform

Manage your transactions end to end

CashSentinel secures payments and centralises approvals in one simple, seamless workflow.

Single view

Dashboard

Keep your business under control from a single view: contracts, escrowed funds, payment deadlines, commissions, compliance and risk.

Preview of the Dashboard

Real-time tracking

See at a glance where each contract stands, who is involved, the amounts at stake and the status of every payment.

Alerts and actions

Instantly spot the contracts that need your attention and the next steps to take to avoid any delay or blockage.

The journey

How it works

A clear journey, from creating the contract to receiving your commission.

  1. Step 01

    Create the vehicle contract

    Vehicle, parties and documents gathered in a few clicks.

  2. Step 02

    Secure the payment

    The buyer pays into a dedicated CashSentinel account. The funds are protected and traceable.

  3. Step 03

    Approve each step

    Delivery, acceptance, test drive and documents are approved by both parties in the portal.

  4. Step 04

    Get paid with complete peace of mind

    Once the conditions are met: net proceeds paid to the seller, your commission released without delay.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Answers to the most common questions about CashSentinel Auto and payment escrow.

CashSentinel Auto is a payment escrow solution designed for automotive professionals. It secures transactions between sellers and buyers through a controlled, transparent approval process.

CashSentinel Auto is designed primarily for automotive professionals: agents, brokers, consignment dealers, networks, dealerships and distributors. In the contracts handled by these professionals, their buyer and seller clients also use the platform to review and approve contracts, secure payments and follow the progress of the transaction.

The buyer pays into a dedicated CashSentinel account. The funds are held until the key steps have been approved (document checks, signature and delivery). The seller is then paid automatically.

Yes. CashSentinel is an agent of the payment institution OKALI, a subsidiary of the Crédit Agricole group. We are also registered as a Financial Intermediary and a member of the Self-Regulatory Organisation PolyReg in Switzerland.

Contact

Request a free demo (no commitment)

Schedule your free demo with a CashSentinel expert. We get back to you within 24 business hours.

  • A guided tour of the platform based on your use cases
  • A tailored conversation with a secure-payment expert
  • Clear answers on pricing and roll-out