Toma, an AI startup focused on automotive dealership software, has secured $17 million in a Series A funding round led by venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz (a16z). The company, headed by CEO Monik Pamecha, is developing AI voice agents designed to automate key dealership communication tasks such as scheduling service appointments, placing parts orders, and booking test drives. This technology has already automated tens of thousands of calls, aiming to improve operational efficiency and allow dealership staff to focus on customer service. Toma's approach emphasizes custom-fit AI solutions tailored to the specific needs of dealerships rather than standardized tools. The funding will support scaling engineering efforts to address over 300 identified dealer challenges, as the company builds next-generation software to transform dealership operations.