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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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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Dragon2000 DMS
Our comprehensive dealer management system enables you to effectively manage and understand all aspects of your automotive business by integrating everything into one cohesive platform. Gone are the days of juggling multiple systems to manage vehicle sales inventory, respond to customer inquiries, schedule service appointments, and utilize online marketing tools. With DragonDMS, you have the opportunity to boost your profits, uncover new leads, and save countless hours previously spent on monotonous tasks. Acknowledging the importance of your time, our intuitive dealer management system streamlines the creation, management, and display of vehicles both on your website and popular third-party platforms such as Auto Trader and eBay Motors. Moreover, our garage software skillfully coordinates the entire workshop process, including estimates, scheduling, technician job assignments, service invoices, and customer notifications, leading to a more efficient operation for your business. By adopting our cutting-edge solution for automotive management, you position your business for success and growth in a competitive marketplace. Experience the transformation that comes from modernizing your operations and watch as your business flourishes.
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DealerClick
DealerClick is a provider of dealership management systems (DMS) that caters to independent used car dealers throughout the entire United States. We deliver both web-based and desktop software solutions designed for various types of automotive dealerships. Easily list your vehicles across prominent advertising platforms like CarGurus and Craigslist. Our sophisticated inventory management tools ensure a seamless transition from auction to showroom! By digitizing your account management and payment processes, you can significantly save time. All essential resources to effectively operate a Buy Here Pay Here (BHPH) business are conveniently gathered within a user-friendly DMS platform. Notably, we specialize in creating mobile-first websites, with every template featuring built-in SEO capabilities; we can also craft custom websites tailored to your needs. Discover a package that perfectly aligns with your business requirements today. With mobile management, you gain unparalleled flexibility. Our leading-edge applications empower you to oversee every facet of your business directly from your smartphone, allowing for efficient operation on the go. Whether you are looking to enhance your online presence or streamline your dealership operations, DealerClick has you covered.
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