03/24/2026
NEW INVESTIGATION REPORT: AI Dealer Cloning - A Growing Threat
Our Fraud Intelligence Team has uncovered an international fraud ring using AI-generated deepfake videos, fake employee photos, and cloned website templates to impersonate real dealerships and steal from unsuspecting consumers and lenders.
Here's what we found:
• 101+ cloned dealer websites identified across tractors, heavy equipment, and classic cars
• AI-generated "team" photos and deepfake video testimonials used to build fake trust
• Every site follows the same playbook: 14-Day Buy-Back Guarantee, 30-Day Mechanical Warranty, and a "Trust Kit" sent before payment
• Victims are losing tens of thousands of dollars per transaction
• The scheme spans multiple countries, with law enforcement agencies from Alabama to Australia now tracking it
The scam cycle is ruthless. A site goes live, victims pay via wire or ACH, the site vanishes, and a new clone appears under a different name within days.
We published this report because lenders, dealers, and consumers deserve to know what's out there. Inside you'll find the full investigation, a directory of suspicious sites, 10 red flags to watch for, and recommendations for protecting yourself.
Download the full report: https://hubs.la/Q047YxwH0