FranConnect Reviews

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.

MikMak, a SPINS company, is a global software company that provides a leading commerce intelligence and orchestration platform for multichannel brands, helping them grow in real-time.

Waterstreet Franchise Management Software (FMS) was meticulously crafted to cater specifically to the needs of franchise systems. Our expertise in franchising is unparalleled, backed by two decades of experience in developing software tailored for this industry. Collaborating with leading franchisors, we have seamlessly integrated best practices into our software solutions. We empower franchisees to strengthen their brand by adopting proven business methodologies. The success of your franchisees is directly linked to your profitability, and they can clearly see the advantages we offer. Waterstreet's software for franchisors not only assists in brand management but also establishes a framework designed to ensure franchisee success, ultimately fostering a thriving franchise community. Through our innovative solutions, we aim to elevate the franchise experience for all stakeholders involved.