Vehicle Acquisition Network (VAN)
Vehicle Acquisition Network (VAN) is a purpose-built vehicle sourcing platform that enables car dealerships to acquire high-margin, fast-turning used vehicles directly from private sellers—bypassing auctions, reducing acquisition costs, and accelerating inventory turn.
Today’s automotive market is more competitive than ever. Wholesale prices are climbing, auction fees are rising, and reconditioning delays eat into profitability. VAN solves this by giving dealers the tools and talent they need to target, engage, and acquire for-sale-by-owner (FSBO) vehicles in their local market with speed and efficiency.
With VAN, dealers can:
Access thousands of local private-party listings in real time
Use AI-powered filters to find the most profitable cars
Automate personalized outreach and follow-up with sellers
Track communications, tasks, and acquisition progress in one unified CRM
Eliminate auction fees, transport delays, and wholesale surprises
For stores that lack time or staff to do this work in-house, VAN also offers a Managed Buyer program—a turnkey service where VAN’s expert acquisition team works on your behalf to find, contact, and negotiate with private sellers. It’s like hiring a full-time buyer without the overhead.
Whether you're a single rooftop looking for more control or a large group scaling a private-party acquisition strategy, VAN adapts to your dealership's workflow and goals. Dealers using VAN regularly see faster turn times, higher front-end grosses, and more predictable inventory pipelines.
Trusted by over 250 rooftops across the U.S. and Canada, VAN is how modern dealers compete with Carvana, CarMax, and other direct-to-consumer disruptors—by sourcing smarter, not just spending more.
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Kechie
Kechie is a comprehensive Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software available as Software as a Service (SaaS), designed to enhance user experience while leveraging cutting-edge cloud technology. This platform can be easily tailored to accommodate the evolving requirements of your organization. Its powerful engine allows for real-time monitoring and tracking of transactions across various domains including CRM, Sales, Inventory Management, WMS, Logistics, Procurement, Manufacturing, and Finance. By streamlining your operations, Kechie can significantly boost your profitability. Its user-friendly interface ensures accessibility without a hefty price tag. You have the option to purchase it in modular packages, such as inventory management, warehouse management, manufacturing, finance, or choose the complete ERP system that encompasses all these functionalities. Let us demonstrate how you can run your business with greater efficiency and effectiveness, ultimately setting the stage for sustainable growth.
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AutoXplorer
AutoXplorer offers a comprehensive suite of tools for managing vehicle inventories, sales processes, customer relations, financing options, and customized reporting, along with the ability to export data seamlessly. It supports diverse financing arrangements, including Cash, Outside Finance, Buy Here Pay Here, and Wholesale Deals, catering to a wide range of dealership needs. Users can generate Laser Format and Pre-Printed State Contracts using platforms from Reynolds & Reynolds LAW, Wolters Kluwer Bankers System, and DMV, facilitating streamlined documentation. Moreover, it provides the functionality to create intricate window stickers that showcase equipment specifications and pricing details for each vehicle. Critical reports can be generated from resources such as Carfax, NMVTIS, and Auto Check through the DMS, ensuring that dealerships maintain compliance while effectively managing their data. With these features, AutoXplorer significantly improves dealership operations, promoting heightened efficiency in vehicle sales and customer engagement, ultimately fostering better business outcomes. This software not only simplifies daily tasks but also empowers users to make informed decisions that drive success.
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AutoLotManager.com
AutoLotManager simplifies the sales process for dealerships by effectively optimizing their resources. Dealers can choose between "self-service" and "full-service" packages, which include a range of 6 to 50 photos for every vehicle listed. Most dealers favor the convenience and professionalism of our "full service" option, where our team takes care of data entry, uploads photos, and produces Window Stickers along with FTC buyers guides. Our dedicated staff, paired with a rigorous quality control system, ensures that all tasks are performed accurately and on time. Each night, our field management carefully inspects every photo before sending files to third parties, maintaining high standards of quality. In addition, our user-friendly websites are skillfully crafted to respond to different screen sizes, platforms, and orientations, ensuring an optimal viewing experience for all users. This thoughtful design not only improves usability but also guarantees that the website operates smoothly across all devices, making it widely accessible to everyone. Ultimately, our commitment to excellence and innovation helps dealerships thrive in a competitive market.
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