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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Descartes Fleet Performance Management
Descartes Fleet Performance Management is engineered for organizations running large-scale, complex delivery operations that demand efficiency, visibility, and control. The platform helps enterprises optimize fleet performance, improve resource utilization, and reduce operational costs while supporting more sustainable delivery practices.
Using sophisticated route optimization and intelligent planning capabilities, businesses can increase delivery capacity while reducing miles traveled, fuel consumption, and dependency on additional vehicles or drivers. The result is a leaner, more efficient delivery network that maintains high service standards even in demanding logistics environments.
The solution provides real-time visibility into fleet and driver activity through integrated mobile technology, enabling dispatchers and operations teams to monitor progress, track performance, and maintain regulatory compliance throughout the day. Dynamic scheduling and live route adjustments allow field operations to respond quickly to changing conditions, improving productivity and delivery reliability.
Designed to scale across industries and evolving delivery demands, Descartes helps businesses streamline dispatch operations, improve delivery accuracy, and enhance customer satisfaction from a centralized platform. By combining operational intelligence with sustainability-focused optimization, Descartes enables companies to build faster, smarter, and more environmentally responsible fleet operations.
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Autodeals
Autodeals, Inc. provides a comprehensive cloud-based solution tailored for growth-oriented automobile dealerships across all 50 states. This all-encompassing digital retailing platform features essential tools such as CRM, messaging, deal management, accounting, electronic signatures, LenderHawk contract delivery, a service center, payment processing, and BHPH loan processing. For regional dealerships aspiring to expand geographically, Autodeals offers a systematic approach to growth. Small and medium-sized dealerships aiming for operational excellence and wishing to utilize modern customer communication and digital retailing should consider partnering with Autodeals. BHPH dealerships looking to cut their collection efforts by half will find Autodeals to be an ideal choice. Furthermore, dealerships that want to maintain daily financial accuracy should explore how Autodeals can automate 53% of accounting transactions while providing insight into ongoing operations. Additionally, dealership owners focused on minimizing fraud within their enterprises will appreciate that Autodeals has been developed by dealers with a deep understanding of their unique challenges. This dedication to dealer needs ensures that Autodeals remains a trusted partner in navigating the complexities of the automotive industry.
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Virtual Yard
From cars and trucks to boats and heavy machinery, our service guarantees that you keep all required records compliant with legal standards. We produce essential government documentation and follow your state's regulations meticulously. With our professionally crafted invoices and contracts, your business will exude sophistication and credibility. Stock is automatically sent to any advertisers you designate, making your outreach efforts more efficient. You have the convenience of accepting deposits online through your Virtual Yard Dealership Website or directly via your tax invoices. In addition, you can facilitate the sale of vehicles that you do not own, simplifying the brokering process through our specialized Broker feature. The option to rent out your vehicles and generate rental agreements makes this platform perfect for those in the ridesharing sector. You can also market your vehicles to other Virtual Yard dealers, and when you obtain a PPSR Certificate, it is automatically linked to the appropriate vehicle, providing a centralized location for all your management needs. This extensive system not only streamlines transactions but also significantly improves the overall experience for both dealers and customers, fostering a more efficient marketplace. By integrating all these features, we aim to support your business's growth and operational efficiency.
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