March 25th, 2026
This month was about tightening things up — better integrations, cleaner data, smarter filters, and a bunch of quality-of-life improvements that make listing, browsing, and buying equipment on Cherry Trader feel noticeably better.
We shipped three new ways for buyers and sellers to connect — email leads, Want-to-Buy requests, and scheduled video tours — alongside smarter filters, tighter inventory sync, and a long list of fixes that make the whole platform feel more polished.
Here's everything.
🔌 Four New Dealer Integrations — More Inventory, Less Manual Work
New
We onboarded four dealer integrations this sprint, which means more quality listings flowing into Cherry Trader automatically:
AllRoads — XML inventory feed with automated daily sync. Their catalog is now mapped to Cherry Trader's listing schema and stays current without anyone lifting a finger.
Advantage Dealer (vAuto) — FTP-based CSV feed that handles new, updated, and removed records automatically. List a truck in vAuto, it shows up on Cherry. Remove it, it's gone.
Thermo King of the Southeast — CSV-based inventory ingestion for their dealer account.
TNT Trailers — CSV import with listings created as drafts (without images) so the dealer can review before going live.
If you're a dealer running inventory through any of these systems, your equipment is now on Cherry Trader with zero double-entry.
✏️ Rich Text for Listing Descriptions — Make Your Listings Stand Out
New
You can now bold, italicize, and add lists to your listing descriptions — on both Web and Mobile. This might sound small, but it makes a real difference. Instead of a wall of plain text, you can call out key specs, highlight recent maintenance, or structure your description so buyers can scan it fast. A well-formatted listing builds trust and gets more inquiries. Use it.
🔍 Smarter Catalog Filters — Category-Specific and Actually Accurate
New
Dynamic catalog filtering is here. Filters now adapt based on the category you're browsing — so when you're looking at reefers, you see reefer-relevant specs, not a generic list of every filter on the platform. This makes narrowing down equipment way faster, especially if you know exactly what you're after.
We also fixed several filter issues that were causing headaches: duplicate model values showing up in dropdowns, State and Region counters not updating after you filtered, and "Ask for Price" listings disappearing from the catalog entirely. Search by title in Listing Hub is working again too. All of these are the kind of small annoyances that add up — they're gone now.
📄 Single Listing Page — Redesigned for Buyer Confidence
Improved
We restructured the Single Listing Page to give buyers a clearer picture of what they're looking at and make it easier to take action. The layout is tighter, information hierarchy makes more sense, and contact CTAs are more prominent. The Comparison page got a similar treatment — redesigned so it's easier to see differences side by side and actually make a decision.
The goal: fewer people bouncing, more people reaching out.
📱 Mobile — Listing Hub Overhaul & Photo Tools
New Improved
Listing Hub on mobile got a real upgrade. You now have advanced search, filtering, sorting, and Fleet management support — all from your phone. Managing inventory from the road is actually practical now, not just technically possible.
Other mobile additions:
Image rotation on upload — no more sideways photos of your Peterbilt. Rotate before publishing so your listing looks right from the start.
ZIP code field for vehicle location — buyers can see exactly where the equipment sits.
Rich text formatting for descriptions (same as Web — bold, italic, lists).
Filters in Listing Hub and Inventory management — consistent with what's available on desktop.
Improved OTP verification — clearer feedback so you're not guessing whether the code went through.
Android-specific: Updated "Ask for Price" label display, improved CMR page category auto-fill behavior.
🏗️ Under the Hood — Unified Codebase & Service Upgrades
Improved
A big architectural win this sprint: Equipment and Listing entities are now unified into a single codebase. Previously, these were maintained separately even though they're functionally the same thing. Consolidating them means future features — like video uploads on inventory items or inventory-based auctions — are much easier to build. This is the kind of cleanup that pays dividends for months.
We also:
Upgraded the Chat Service with the latest packages for logging, async operations, and transaction management.
Built a new Equipment Service API — lighter, more intuitive, and purpose-built for the Catalog and Dealers pages.
Improved catalog response time — pages load faster, especially on larger result sets.
💬 Chat Email Notifications — Don't Miss a Lead
New
Every new chat message now triggers an email notification to the recipient. If a buyer messages you about a listing and you're not in the app, you'll know about it. Previously the notification logic was inconsistent — now it's simple: new message, email sent. Fewer missed leads, faster responses.
🛡️ Data Quality & Validation
Improved Fixed
Make/Model blacklist — we're now blocking "broken" or invalid make/model entries from being published. No more listings with gibberish in the model field cluttering up search results.
Series-only models blocked for Freightliner and Volvo (e.g., just "Cascadia" or "VNL" without the specific model). This improves search accuracy so filters actually return what you'd expect.
VIN required to publish — you can no longer publish a listing without a VIN number. Keeps the marketplace clean and trustworthy.
Cleaned up incorrectly imported listings from a Canton, Ohio dealer account in preparation for correct account assignment.
Fixed mileage field not displaying when creating truck listings (Web) and not saving properly.
Fixed video removal bugs and empty media array errors on the backend.
Fixed listings without status appearing in Listing Hub counts.
✍️ Sign-Up UX — Continued Polish
Improved
Building on last sprint's work, the sign-up flow now has field-level validation with inline error messages. Each field tells you exactly what's wrong as you fill it out — no more submitting a form and scrolling back up to figure out what failed.
📧 Contact Seller via Email — A New Way to Reach Out
New
Buyers can now contact sellers directly via email from any listing page. Not everyone wants to start a chat — sometimes you need to fire off a quick message with specs or a question and move on to the next load. The full flow is built out: buyers send, sellers receive, and every email lead is stored in the Seller Dashboard so you have a clean record of who reached out, when, and about what.
No more leads slipping through the cracks. If someone's interested in your equipment, you'll see it.
🛒 Want-to-Buy Requests — Tell the Market What You Need
New
Can't find the right truck or trailer? Now you can submit a Want-to-Buy request and let sellers come to you. Instead of refreshing the catalog hoping the right Cascadia pops up, post what you're looking for — and get matched. This flips the marketplace dynamic and opens up a whole new lead channel for sellers with the right inventory sitting on their lot.
🎥 Schedule a Video Tour — See It Before You Drive to It
New
We've laid the foundation for scheduled video tours. Buyers can request a live video walkthrough of a listing, so you can check out a truck without burning a day driving across two states to kick the tires. This is just the beginning — the scheduling flow is live on Web, and we'll keep building on it.
🔍 Filters — Smarter, Cleaner, Less Noise
Improved
Filters got another round of improvements this cycle. We extended catalog filters to match the Add Listing structure, which means the specs sellers enter when creating a listing are now the same specs buyers can filter by. No more mismatches between what's in the data and what you can search for.
We also added a new Homepage v2 filters endpoint and built logic to hide useless filters — if a filter only has one value or the range min and max are the same, it won't show up and clutter your screen. Less noise, faster decisions.
On the bug fix side: filters were showing technical values like IDs and internal types instead of readable names — that's fixed. The Year To range filter that couldn't be reset properly? Fixed. Filters alignment and usability on Web? Improved across the board.
📦 Inventory Auto-Sync — Listings and Inventory Stay in Lock Step
Improved
Inventory items are now auto-created when you create a listing. Previously, listings and inventory could get out of sync — you'd have a live listing but no matching inventory record, or vice versa. We also ran a backfill process to patch up existing listings that were missing inventory entries. Going forward, what you list and what's in your inventory are always the same thing. One less thing to manage.
🔔 Notifications — More Coverage, Fewer Gaps
New Fixed
We expanded notifications with three new categories: Sign-In & Security alerts, Want-to-Buy notifications, and Advertising page notifications. Push notifications now support deep linking — tap a notification and it opens the specific listing, not just the app's home screen. That's the difference between "something happened" and "here's exactly what happened, go deal with it."
Also fixed: notification emails were missing usernames. Now they include who the message is from, so you're not opening mystery emails.
📱 Mobile — Aligned with Web, Finally Consistent
Improved Fixed
The Home Page, Browse, Filters, and Search flows on mobile have been updated to match the Web structure. If you've been switching between your phone and desktop and feeling like they're two different apps — that gap is closing fast. Listing flows, VIN pop-ups, and the Comparison page all behave consistently now across platforms.
New on mobile: business account creation from the inventory landing page and seller info is hidden for unauthenticated users (so tire-kickers can't scrape your contact details without signing up).
iOS fixes: Video uploads were a pain point — we fixed size validation, sound playback, upload order, and duration limits. Also fixed the Model filter not applying correctly, descriptions not transferring from asset to listing, font sizes being too small on the listing page, and the "Ask for Price" label disappearing on scroll.
Android fixes: Sellers page UI inconsistencies, sorting issues, unauthorized access to finance/insurance flows (locked down now), and Listing Hub filtering/search inconsistencies.
🖥️ Web — UX Polish and Bug Fixes
Improved Fixed
Fleet selector in Add Listing — if you manage multiple fleets under one account, you can now choose which fleet a listing belongs to right when you create it.
Promotional landing page launched for special offers.
VIN pop-ups improved — clearer messaging for "Not Found" and "Already Exists" scenarios instead of cryptic error codes.
Sticky elements fixed — modals no longer fight with sticky headers and navigation.
Listing page UX — initial improvements shipped as part of an ongoing redesign focused on conversion. More coming.
Bug fixes: couldn't change address when editing a listing (fixed), empty description blocks showing after deletion (fixed), Favorites view resetting when clearing filters (fixed), "Open listing" from chat generating a broken URL (fixed), $0 price displaying when "Ask for Price" was set (fixed), contact page showing an outdated phone number (fixed), and image rotation now handled locally before save.
🔌 New Integration — Pliler International
New
Pliler International is now integrated with draft import support. Their inventory flows into Cherry Trader as draft listings, giving the dealer a chance to review and publish on their terms.
🛡️ Stability & Data Fixes
Fixed
Auction end dates were calculating incorrectly when publishing from inventory — fixed.
Self-notifications stopped — you no longer get notified about activity on your own listings.
Location search errors for non-US locations resolved.
Mileage validation fixed for trailers listed with model "Other."
Dealer listing count inconsistencies cleaned up.
Price mismatches between listing cards and listing pages (iframe-related) fixed.
Compass integration sync failures — partial fixes applied, investigation ongoing.
Mandatory consent collection added to sign-up for compliance.
That's Sprint 28 and 29. More dealer feeds flowing in, better tools for creating quality listings, smarter filters, and a cleaner codebase underneath it all.
The lead generation toolkit — email leads, Want-to-Buy, video tours — is a major step forward for how buyers and sellers connect on Cherry Trader. Pair that with tighter inventory sync, smarter filters, and a more consistent mobile experience, and the platform just got a lot more useful. Stay tuned.
February 27th, 2026
This sprint was all about making Cherry Trader faster, more stable, and better equipped to handle growth. We overhauled our search infrastructure, added video to listings, onboarded new dealer integrations, and squashed a pile of bugs across every platform. Here's the full rundown.
🎬 Video Uploads on Listings — Show, Don't Just Tell
New
You can now upload video directly to your listings. Walk-arounds, engine starts, interior tours — whatever helps a buyer trust what they're looking at. Video appears right inside the media gallery alongside your photos, so everything lives in one place.
This was a big cross-team effort. We built out full backend validation (format, file size, duration), updated storage handling, and made sure the experience works the same on Web and Mobile. No more linking out to YouTube or texting a video separately — it's all right there on the listing.
🔍 Advanced Filters — Search That Actually Keeps Up With You
New Improved
We did a major overhaul of our search infrastructure under the hood, and you'll feel the difference immediately.
Listings Hub and My Inventory now both support advanced filtering — powered by a rebuilt ElasticSearch layer. What does that mean for you? Filtering by VIN, status, ownership, and other criteria is faster, more accurate, and doesn't lose your selections when you navigate around. If you manage a large inventory, this is night and day. Previously, searching through hundreds of units felt sluggish and filters could behave inconsistently. Now the queries are optimized, indexing is smarter, and filter states actually stick.
⚡ Faster Category Pages — Better for You, Better for Google
Improved
Subcategory pages load noticeably faster now. We cut unnecessary API calls during navigation, optimized frontend rendering, and reduced the layout shift you'd sometimes see when switching between categories. Pages feel snappier, and our Google PageSpeed and Lighthouse scores improved — which means Cherry Trader listings are more likely to show up when someone searches for equipment online. Good for SEO, good for sellers.
🏗️ Platform Stability — The Stuff You Don't See (But Definitely Feel)
Improved
We made a major backend stability upgrade this sprint. Our services used to be tightly coupled — meaning if one thing went down, it could take other things with it. We've decoupled services, introduced shared middleware via Redis, refactored how our systems talk to each other, and improved fault isolation. The result: fewer cascading failures, better behaviour during traffic spikes, and more stable background job processing.
We also standardized logging and configuration handling across services, which helps us catch and fix issues faster when they do come up. You probably won't notice this directly — but you'll notice fewer random errors and smoother performance across the board.
🖥️ iFrame & Dealer Embed Fixes
Fixed
For dealers using Cherry Trader embeds on their own websites: we fixed multiple issues with iFrame integrations. Form submissions, validation handling, error rendering, and data passing between the iFrame and platform are all more reliable now. If you had embed hiccups before, they should be resolved.
📱 Mobile — Stability Across the Board
Fixed
iOS and Android both got significant stability passes this sprint.
iOS — Fixed an issue where listings couldn't be opened from dealer pages (yes, again — this time we dug deeper into the navigation stack). Improved error handling on API failures, media loading, session persistence, and crash stability on spotty connections. When you're browsing inventory from a truck stop with one bar of signal, the app holds up better now.
Android — Fixed navigation bugs, listing open failures in edge cases, and search field reset behaviour. Improved RecyclerView performance in the listings scroll (less jank, smoother scrolling through long lists), better filter state retention, smarter API timeout handling, and improved memory management in the listing gallery.
🚛 Business & Listing Operations
Improved Fixed
VIN validation logic improved — fewer false rejections when entering equipment details.
Better sync between Listings and Inventory — edits stay in sync without manual refreshes.
Fixed edge cases in listing creation — particularly around unit numbers and multiple listings under one business account.
Admin listing management stabilized — moderation and support workflows are smoother for the Cherry team.
🔌 New Dealer Integrations
New
Three new integrations ongoing and live this sprint:
Advantage Dealer — vAuto FTP inventory feed
Truck Depot — Listings to Draft integration
Flag City — Listings to Draft integration
Nation Wide Haul — FTP file integration update
Legacy Trailers — Updating integration with actual trailer models
We also improved FTP file processing reliability, error handling for external feeds, and data validation during import across all integrations. If you're a dealer pushing inventory through a feed, it's more robust now.
That's Sprint 27. A lot of this work was foundational — the kind of infrastructure investment that makes everything else we build on top faster and more reliable. Combined with video on listings and overhauled search, this is a big step forward. More coming soon. 🍒
February 11th, 2026
We've been under the hood making Cherry Trader faster, smarter, and easier to use — whether you're buying your next rig, listing a trailer, or bidding on an auction from your phone between loads. Here's everything that shipped.
🔨 Auctions — Now on Mobile & More Reliable Than Ever
New Improved
Auctions are fully live on iOS and Android. You can now bid, watch, and win equipment directly from the Cherry Trader app — no need to pull over and crack open a laptop. The bidding flows, auction states, and experience match what you'd get on the web, so nothing feels off.
We also tightened up the backend:
Payment recovery is now automatic. If something hiccups during checkout after an auction closes, the system handles it — no more chasing down a failed transaction.
Proxy bidding works the way it should. Previously, auto-bids with multi-step increments could behave unpredictably. That's fixed. Set your max bid and let Cherry do the rest.
Invoices are sent automatically. After a successful auction payment, buyers get a proper invoice right away — no waiting, no manual requests.
💰 Finance & Insurance — Get Funded, Get Covered
New
We've launched an integrated Finance & Insurance module — on both Web and Mobile. Whether you're financing a sleeper cab or bundling insurance on a reefer, you can now explore your options right inside Cherry Trader. The flows are consistent across platforms, so you'll see the same clear options whether you're on desktop or tapping through on your phone.
OAKWOOD Equipment Finance - https://cherrytrader.com/finance
ROAD READY Insurance Agency - https://cherrytrader.com/insurance
Also: when a seller gets a call through Cherry, the caller ID now shows "Cherry Trader" instead of some random city name via Twilio. Small detail, big trust signal — you know exactly who's calling.
🔍 Filters & Browsing — No More Double-Scroll Headaches
Improved
This one's for everyone who's been frustrated trying to narrow down listings. We completely reworked how catalogue filters display. Before, you had to scroll inside a tiny dropdown just to see all the makes or categories — a scroll-within-a-scroll situation that made finding what you need way harder than it should be. That double-scroll is gone. Now, all available filter options are fully visible and accessible without fighting the UI.
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Here's what else changed:
Category icons on the homepage now include Dry Vans and Reefers — click any icon and it takes you straight to a filtered catalogue view. No extra steps.
Smart filtering by category. Select "Trailers" and you'll only see relevant subcategories and makes — not the entire database. It's faster and makes a lot more sense.
Models are mapped correctly under Dry Van, Reefer, and Flatbed so you can filter down to exactly what you're looking for.
Dynamic ordering. Subcategories and makes are sorted by relevance and listing count, so the stuff people actually search for floats to the top.
Better filter visibility across desktop, tablet, and mobile breakpoints.
📊 Listings & Data Quality
Improved Fixed
CMR Page no longer requires a Model. If model data is missing, you can still get a Cherry Market Rate valuation. This removes a real friction point for sellers who want a quick estimate without filling out every field.
Admins can now tag categories on the CMR page for easier mapping and better data accuracy.
Fixed Reefer listings showing up in wrong categories. We investigated and resolved missing Flatbed listings on the Home Page too — everything maps correctly now.
My Little Salesman data integration. We added automated scraping from the MLS platform, which means more listings and better market data flowing into Cherry.
📱 Mobile Bug Fixes
Fixed
Android: Fixed 7 bugs improving stability and usability across listings and navigation.
iOS: Fixed an issue where listings couldn't be opened from dealer pages.
🛠️ Admin & Backend
Improved Fixed
Admin Panel finalized — user visibility fixed, notifications stabilized, and previously missing admin functionality is now enabled.
SEO improvements completed across key pages (meta tags, structure) to help Cherry Trader listings show up better in search.
Saved Search formula adjusted — save/view ratios now skip low-traffic days for more realistic analytics.
Improved system reliability, error handling, and groundwork laid for better monitoring and performance scaling.
🚛 Lease Listings — See What You're Actually Paying For
Mid sprint Improvement
Lease listings now clearly break down what's included in the weekly or monthly payment: insurance, registration, maintenance, and any other bundled costs. No more guessing whether that $800/week covers just the truck or the whole package. You can compare lease deals on real value now, not just sticker price.
That's a wrap for this update. We're building Cherry Trader to be the best place to buy, sell, lease, and auction trucks and equipment — and every sprint gets us closer. Got feedback? We're listening. 🍒
December 2nd, 2025
1. Dealership Database Page
Platforms: Web, Admin Panel
First release of the Dealership Database page.
Allows admins to view dealerships, sellers, and their relationships.
More filters & extended functionality planned for next cycle.
2. Save Listing as Draft Without Mandatory Fields
Platforms: Web, iOS, Android
Users can now save listings as drafts without filling required fields.
Validation: at least one field must be filled, or system prevents saving.
Simplifies workflow for dealers and mobile users.
3. Bring VIN Validation Back (With Info Popup)
Platforms: Web, iOS, Android
VIN validation restored to prevent duplicates.
Added information popup to educate sellers during listing creation.
Backend duplicate VIN enforcement added.
4. Image Carousel Preview on Listing Cards
Platforms: iOS, Android
New mini-carousel on listing thumbnails.
Improves preview experience on mobile cards.
5. Google Sign-Up Enabled Across All Platforms
Platforms: Web, iOS, Android
New Google Sign-in entry point.
Additional “Sign in with Google” button added for visibility.
Admin panel reflects new user auth source.
6. Start Search Icon Added to Navigation Search Bar
Platforms: Web, Android, Backend support
New universal search icon for improved UX consistency.
7. Phone Dialling from Listings
Platform: Web
Phone numbers now open native dialler.
Increased CTR and mobile behaviour consistency.
🛠 Improvements
1. You May Also Like — Better Recommendation Logic
Platforms: Web, iOS, Android
Improved logic to show more relevant suggestions based on category and attributes.
2. Wishlist Sorting Fixes
Platform: Web
Sort-by logic corrected.
Wishlist count now correctly displays 25 items per page.
3. Comparison Page Visible on Mobile
Platform: Web (Mobile Version)
Mobile menu updated to show the Comparison page.
Previously missing from hamburger navigation.
4. Sorting Bubbles for Recent Listings Section
Platform: Web
Added category bubbles to “Recent Listings” section.
Enhances filtering between Trucks, Trailers, Equipment, Construction.
5. Filters From Home Page Now Apply Correctly
Platform: Web
Filters chosen from homepage correctly transfer to catalogue.
Fixed missing URL parameters & state hydration issues.
6. Multi-select Reworked for Mobile Web
Platform: Mobile Web
Replaced broken library.
Fixed inability to deselect or select multiple items.
7. VIN + Listing Info Popups on Mobile
Platforms: iOS, Android
Consistent popup design added.
Works on Add Listing, Edit Listing, and Draft flows.
8. Sold Label Behaviour Updated
Platforms: Web, iOS, Android
“Sold” listings remain visible for 2 weeks with a sticker.
Updated styling across platforms.
9. iFrame Support & Clean-up
Platform: Web
iFrame testing environment built.
AAA Lease whitelisted
Show iFrame script only to admin users.
🐞 Fixes Completed
Listing-Related Fixes
Platforms: Web, iOS, Android
“Mark as sold” button now works across platforms.
Edit listing page no longer reopens automatically after publishing.
Fixed error page when clicking listing image on New/Edit page.
Fixed rejected status card in listings hub.
Fixed “Updated” date removal on Android Edit Listing.
Verify Code email now uses dynamically.
Account & Login Fixes
The user can’t log in by phone number — fixed.
Phone number verification fixed.
Hide “Individual” for business-only accounts.
Empty profile pages after session end — fixed.
Social network fields now require http:// or https://
Catalog & Filtering Fixes
Web:
Fixed arrow on catalog page.
Limited catalog filters to only valid available values.
Fixed pagination in “Listings for Approve”.
Fixed catalog listing count inconsistency.
Manufacturer search for Ford now works.
Sentry backend errors resolved:
Invalid character 'u'
Invalid character 'o' in literal null
Media, Blog & UI Fixes
Platform: Web
Allowed embedded YouTube links in Blog.
Fixed broken blog banners.
Fixed Wishlist tooltip hiding behind modal.
Fixed clickable area of “Remember me” overlapping beyond label.
Fixed 404 images in inventory (web support added).
🔧 Backend-Only Items
Automatic Email to Sales Team on New User Registration
Daily Report Sending
Backend Click Tracking Enhancements
Remove ability to modify critical AUTH credentials
Backend filter without Status added
Change Michael Hall → Johnson
Add "Interior color" spec (BE-only exposure)
BE endpoints for Sign-In & Security
Clean-up + Sentry error fixes (JSON decoding, invalid chars)
November 19th, 2025
New
Improved
Fixed
This release delivers significant platform stability and numerous quality-of-life improvements across both the web and mobile experience.
✨ Features & Improvements
User Acquisition
The new Marketing services page is complete and live.
Listing Management & Inventory
Completed the redesign and improvement of the Rework the "Saved Searches" functionality.
The "Submit Listing" pop-up has been refined for a better user experience.
Added Action buttons for listing in dashboard for quick management access.
Removed redundant options to update published dates when editing a listing.
Added Image Carousel Preview on Listing Cards.
Keep "Sold" Listings Visible for 3 Weeks with Stroke to clearly display recently sold items.
The message input text field will now automatically increase in size as the user types a longer message.
User Experience
Completed design and functional improvements for the Comparison Tool.
Implemented Go Back Navigation for a smoother user flow across the platform.
All 404 error pages have been cleaned up and standardized.
The functionality to Hide similarities slider is now working as intended.
Backend & Admin
Added "Phone Clicks" Tracking in Admin Panel for better user behavior analysis.
Updated public seller settings to align with the new sign-up flow.
🐛 Bug Fixes
Login & Authentication
Fixed Google Sign Up and Sign In flow for new users
Fixed an issue preventing users from completing the login flow when attempting to use a phone number.
Addressed a security-related issue where iOS wishlist and comparison list were not updating/clearing upon user logout.
Visual & UI
Resolved a visual bug where some icons are displayed through the list with prices in the catalog view.
Fixed an inconsistency where the listing title's color was incorrect (the title has to be grey as the other part of the page).
Fixed a layout issue where a long title is under the price info, obscuring the price.
Addressed several general UI bugs on the create listing/asset page.
Removed the redundant $\text{*}$ element appearing if the category is construction.
Fixed an issue where any labels are not displayed at the listing image in the list view.
Core Functionality
Fixed a serious issue where a 500 error is displayed when user tries to delete account.
Resolved a bug where Business hours are not saved after form submission.
Fixed an issue that caused incorrect Chat order when user started a conversation.
Fixed the autofill function to correctly apply and save data in form fields.
On iOS, a clear error message is now displayed if birthday data is invalid.
Fixed the infinite loading icon issue that occurred after rotating one photo in the inventory.
Resolved the issue where the "Get started" page is displayed for the inventory after creating a listing instead of the intended view.
October 28th, 2025
New
Mobile – Profile Distinction
We’ve updated our mobile experience to better reflect the distinction between Personal and Business accounts, aligning it with the desktop version. This ensures consistent visibility and profile behavior across all platforms, making it easier for users to manage their listings and account settings on the go.
Blog Launch
We’ve introduced the first version of the Cherry Blog — a new space to share industry insights, platform updates, and educational content. The initial set of articles will be published as part of our marketing strategy in collaboration with the content team.
Pre-checked Newsletter Option on Sign-Up
To help users stay informed about platform updates, we’ve pre-checked the newsletter subscription option on the sign-up form. Users can still opt out anytime, but this improvement ensures more people receive important updates, price changes, and new listing notifications.
Limit Filters in Catalog to Available Data Range
We’ve refined how search filters work in the catalog. Now, filters dynamically adjust to show only the available data ranges for parameters like Year, Odometer, and Price.
This prevents users from selecting filter combinations that return empty results, improving search efficiency and overall user experience.
Buyer/Seller Interest in Sign-Up
The sign-up process now includes a short question asking whether a user is interested in buying, selling, or both. This data is stored in our system and helps us personalize user experience and future communication. This improvement simplifies onboarding while providing valuable segmentation data for marketing and support.
Standardized Phone Number Format on Listing Page and Listing Cards
We’ve standardized how phone numbers appear across the platform.
Numbers now follow a clear and consistent format — e.g., (708) 328-3341 — and include a clickable phone icon for quick access.
Additionally, we’ve added a small “Powered by Cherry Trader” label to reinforce brand visibility on embedded listing frames. This enhancement ensures a professional, unified look across web and partner integrations.
Filter Improvements
We’ve made several small but impactful usability improvements to filters across the catalog:
Added a “Clear All” button for faster reset.
Added loader to improve user experience when sending heavy requests.
Allowed to check the mother category.
Limited Filters to show only Available Data Range to avoid empty search results.
Enhanced the “Apply” button interaction to feel smoother on mobile.
These updates reduce friction and make adjusting search parameters more intuitive.
Saved Search Improvements
The Saved Search feature has been enhanced for smarter and more personalized notifications.
Searches now auto-populate names based on selected make/model or filters.
Added SMS notification support for new listings that match saved criteria (optional, off by default).
Users can manage all saved searches more easily with clearer naming and visibility of criteria.
These updates make it faster to save searches and stay informed about new opportunities.
Update Category Placement and VIN Logic in Add Listing
We’ve refined the Add Listing workflow to make it more flexible and aligned with customer needs.
This update was initiated after feedback from a customer managing over 130 construction listings, where VIN numbers were often unavailable.
Now, the Category field appears first when adding a listing. When users select the Construction category, the VIN number field becomes optional.
Additionally, we’ve expanded the categories tree with new makes and models, making it easier to upload large batches of construction equipment without unnecessary validation steps.
October 21st, 2025
Improved
Fixed
Major Updates
Stripe Integration (Phase 1)
Technical groundwork for Stripe integration completed — enabling future user payment and engagement functionality.
Mobile Sign-Up Revamp
Mobile registration flow now reflects the web version, ensuring consistency and easier onboarding across devices.
Allow Users to Add a New Category
Users can now suggest new categories directly within the “Add Listing” flow for admin approval.
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Suggested Categories in Admin Panel
Admins can view and approve user-suggested categories during listing review with parent-category assignment.
Improved Account Type Switcher Design
Introduced new colors and clear visual distinctions between personal and business accounts.
Enhancements
Add Listing / Inventory Photo Guide
Added a visual guide to help users capture optimal vehicle photos during listing creation.
Track Who Approved Listings
Admins can now see who approved a listing and when — improving accountability.
Personal vs Organizational Accounts
Feature finalized and deployed to staging — users can now clearly differentiate account types.
Merge Duplicates in Admin Panel
Admins can now merge duplicate models directly from the panel, improving data cleanliness and performance.
Make Dropdown Separator
Introduced visual separators in Make/Model dropdowns to simplify scrolling and selection.
Mandatory Contact Fields
Phone number and email are now mandatory during registration. Google sign-up removed (limited data provided).
Business Type Sign-Up Improvements
Enhanced visibility for business-type selection and improved option clarity in the sign-up form.
Filtering on Android
Filter labels (Year, Price, Odometer) now have better visibility for Android users.
Wishlist Limit Visibility
Added clear notice for users — the system now displays a message when trying to add more than 50 listings.
Comparison Page on Mobile
Updated comparison layout to be more intuitive and mobile-friendly.
Logout & Security on Mobile
Rearranged mobile menu and enhanced logout process to help users manage sessions and security more clearly.
UX & Performance
Loader Added to Sign-Up Flow
Introduced loaders for key sign-up pages to enhance engagement and reduce perceived wait times.
Ongoing Bug Fixes
Addressed multiple reported issues per QA documentation
September 30th, 2025
New
✅ What Shipped
Listings & UX
Better pagination & filters.
Hidden phone number logic reworked.
Inventory identifiers now visible under listing titles across web + mobile.
Auction flow improved: declined → draft, duplicate chat fixed, button states cleaned.
Added ability to enter feet and inches in one field.
Removed mandatory fields from deposit and mileage allowance.
Improved showing makes according to category chosen.
Data Quality & Reliability
VIN validator refactor, reduced false errors and duplicates.
Mileage validation unified, several 500s removed.
Photo/media bugs fixed, endpoints moved to reference service.
Admin Panel
Mapping v2: connect categories ⇄ makes/models/years.
Notifications admin fixes, source tracking, general stability.
CMR (Cherry Market Rate)
Year range logic simplified, unified across pages.
Mileage parsing + open-via-link bugs resolved.
Mobile
iOS: summary dashboard, safer edit/publish, permission/crash fixes, back button + data persistence.
Android: button state updates, VIN/save errors, address autofill, engine-make display, dropdown fixes.
Platform & Content
Downtime/maintenance banner.
First blog post published.
Hot Deals & navigation updates.
🔗 Integrations & Infrastructure
Anything in Motion integration completed.
April 29th, 2025
We’re excited to introduce the Cery Chat System — a fully integrated, real-time messaging tool designed to keep your conversations organized and connected to your listings
💬 Why This Matters:
No more switching between emails or phone calls. Whether you’re a buyer asking about equipment details or a seller managing multiple inquiries, our chat keeps everything in one place — with full context linked directly to your listings.
🔹Key Features
🗂️ Centralized Chat List
View all your conversations sorted by most recent activity.
Instantly recognize chats with listing thumbnails, contact names, and message previews.
Use filters to focus on unread messages and never miss an important inquiry.
💬 Real-Time Messaging
Messages update live — no refresh needed.
Clear, intuitive chat layout with timestamps and delivery indicators.
Quick access to the related listing via the “Open Listing” button in every chat.
📱 Fully Responsive
Stay connected on-the-go with a mobile-friendly design.
Manage your communications seamlessly from desktop, tablet, or smartphone.
🎯How It Helps
For Buyers:
Get fast answers about condition, pricing, or auction terms.
Communicate confidently before making offers or placing bids.
For Sellers:
Keep track of all potential buyers in one streamlined interface.
Respond faster with full visibility of which listing each conversation is about.
April 7th, 2025
We’re excited to introduce a completely reimagined Garage — your personal command center for managing equipment on Cery.com.
From inventory control to live listings and CRM integration, everything is now smoother, smarter, and faster.
✨Here’s What You’ll Love:
🔗 Seamless HubSpot Sync — Keep your inventory aligned with your CRM — in real time.
📤 One-Click Publishing to Cery.com — Create a listing directly from your Garage with just one button.
📊 Revamped Metrics Table — All key data at a glance: performance, status, and more — beautifully organized.
🖼️ Upgraded Photo Gallery — Effortlessly upload, manage, and preview your asset photos.
🚀 Take Control in 4 Easy Steps
🔸 Add an Asset — Fill in all essential details using a clean and intuitive form.
🔸 List It Instantly — Publish directly to Cery.com with just one click.
🔸 Stay Organized — Use the upgraded table to manage, filter, and monitor your inventory with ease.
🔸 Sync Seamlessly — Connect to HubSpot and keep your sales pipeline fully aligned.
The new Garage is designed to give you more control, better visibility, and faster workflows.
Ready to take it for a spin? Head to your Garage and explore the upgrade.