PDM bridges the gap between suppliers and retailers—simplifying complexity through data, automation, and collaboration.
Our goal is simple: make growth accessible to everyone in the aftermarket ecosystem.
PDM Automotive was founded with a belief that better data creates better partnerships.
In 2017, we saw an industry weighed down by manual processes, disconnected systems, and missed opportunities. So we built a smarter way forward—one platform to connect suppliers, retailers, and distributors with accuracy, speed, and transparency.
Today, PDM powers the digital backbone of the automotive aftermarket—helping brands of every size launch products faster, maintain cleaner data, and turn connections into growth.
The automotive industry is a people business.
We make the aftermarket simpler through transparency and intelligent automation.
We evolve constantly, driven by curiosity, feedback, and real-world results.
From product data to customer service, accuracy and trust come first.
PDM was founded by Johannes Crepon and Philipp Crepon, who experienced the product data problem firsthand. In 2005, they launched a reseller business in Germany and quickly ran into a familiar challenge: supplier data was inconsistent, scattered, and hard to use.
Despite investing in a custom ERP and ecommerce solution, the real issue—data quality—persisted. Every part required manual cleanup. Standardization was nonexistent. Scaling was impossible.
That pain led to a breakthrough: the aftermarket needed a better way to manage and activate product data. In 2017, PDM was born.
We’re a team of automotive veterans, engineers, and data strategists united by a shared goa to make the aftermarket more connected and intelligent.
Everything you need to know about how PDM connects the automotive aftermarket and helps your business grow.
PDM Automotive is a data and connection platform built for the automotive aftermarket. We help suppliers, retailers, and distributors manage product data, streamline onboarding, and grow revenue through AI-powered automation and curated business connections.
The Growth Partner Program connects qualified suppliers and resellers based on product categories, market segments, and shared goals. PDM facilitates onboarding, manages data flow, and provides visibility into performance—so both sides grow faster, together.
PDM is used by automotive suppliers, manufacturers, retailers, and e-commerce platforms of all sizes. Whether you’re a large enterprise or a growing brand, our platform scales to meet your product data, cataloging, and connection needs.
Our AI engine automates catalog validation, detects data errors, recommends improvements, and surfaces growth opportunities. It ensures your listings stay accurate, compliant, and optimized for sales—saving time and accelerating revenue.
PDM’s pricing is designed to align with your success. There’s no large up-front cost; instead, we use a growth-based model where PDM earns as your connections become active and generate revenue.
Onboarding is fast and supported by our team. Most suppliers and retailers are fully integrated within a few weeks, depending on data complexity and system requirements.
Yes. PDM connects via API, FTP, or custom data loads to integrate seamlessly with your catalog, ERP, or e-commerce systems. Our technical team supports every step of the process.
The automotive aftermarket is moving fast—don’t get left behind.
Join the suppliers and retailers already accelerating growth with PDM’s AI-powered platform.
The automotive aftermarket is moving fast—don’t get left behind. Join the suppliers and retailers already accelerating growth with PDM’s AI-powered platform.
