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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BidJS
Bidlogix delivers auction software solutions to auction houses globally.
We feature both webcast auction software and timed auction options.
Our platform is integrated into your website, allowing for complete customization of the design.
Founded in 2013 in the UK, Bidlogix has been committed to enhancing its auction software through the efforts of our two dedicated development teams.
Currently, our software supports over ten auctions each day, showcasing its reliability and efficiency.
Additionally, it is capable of managing extensive auctions in real-time and offers multi-language support to cater to a diverse audience.
With a focus on continuous innovation, Bidlogix aims to stay at the forefront of auction technology.
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CDK Global
For five decades, CDK has been delivering innovative solutions that empower dealers to manage their operations and forge stronger connections with customers at over 15,000 retail sites throughout North America.
The CDK Dealership Xperience enhances the potential for dealers by offering a range of sophisticated solution suites that integrate smoothly with our Foundations Suite, thereby driving performance improvements.
• Foundations Suite: This is the foundational element of the platform that provides essential, built-in capabilities necessary for effectively managing all dealership workflows while ensuring an exceptional customer experience from the outset.
• Fixed Operations Suite: Recognized as the most extensive solution available, it enables dealers to cultivate customer loyalty, optimize parts and service operations, and enhance profitability.
• Modern Retail Suite: This suite minimizes friction in the buying process and elevates customer engagement and revenue by streamlining and simplifying the purchasing experience that consumers now anticipate.
• Intelligence Suite: It leverages the power of data-driven insights to enhance performance and foster customer loyalty through the use of advanced analytics, artificial intelligence, and machine learning.
In summary, CDK's comprehensive offerings are designed to address the evolving needs of dealerships and their customers, ensuring they remain competitive in a rapidly changing market landscape.
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CitNow
Custom digital communication is essential for bridging the gap between online and offline customer experiences, and we take pride in providing this service. Our app-based platform supports every stage of the customer journey, offering a secure and compliant solution that builds trust, transparency, and lasting relationships. By leveraging personalized video, automotive retailers can effectively narrow the divide between digital and physical interactions, forging strong emotional connections with their clients. In an era where customers primarily engage, research, and make purchases online, tailored automotive videos paired with intelligent imaging create a bespoke buying experience while establishing a direct line to the retailer. Whether you're in the market for a new vehicle or looking to service your current one, the retailer can connect with you via a personalized video highlighting your vehicle of interest, significantly enriching the overall customer interaction. This cutting-edge strategy not only streamlines the purchasing process but also highlights the critical role of a personal touch in contemporary retail, ensuring that customers feel valued and understood throughout their journey. Ultimately, this innovative approach fosters a deeper sense of loyalty and satisfaction among customers.
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