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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Extole
Extole is a platform utilized by retailers, financial service providers, and consumer brands to transform their customers into passionate advocates. The enterprise-level service includes a team of specialists dedicated to developing advocacy, referral, and engagement initiatives that empower brands to leverage customer enthusiasm and sharing, ultimately boosting revenue. By using Extole, marketers can actively connect with thousands of customers, enhance brand loyalty, and amplify word-of-mouth efforts to attract new clientele. This innovative approach not only fosters a sense of community among customers but also drives sustainable growth for businesses.
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Perkville
Create customized rewards in only a few minutes to encourage your customers for various actions like shopping, attending classes, recommending others, and promoting on social media. Perkville provides an automated rewards and referral system that lets you concentrate on running your business instead of managing the rewards program. Customers earn and redeem points right at your location, fostering a stronger connection with your brand. We boost customer engagement by motivating them to invite friends and highlight your business on social media platforms. With Perkville, you can anticipate a rise in referrals, enhanced customer loyalty, and more online conversations about your brand. Additionally, you can devise promotional deals that customers can easily share with friends through email, Facebook, or Twitter. Our system tracks when their referrals complete purchases and takes care of reward distribution automatically. You have the liberty to determine the rewards that can be redeemed, ensuring they resonate with your clientele. Furthermore, we provide personalized best practices tailored to your unique business needs, ensuring you make the most out of your rewards program while keeping your customers engaged and satisfied. This comprehensive approach not only strengthens relationships with existing customers but also attracts new ones, fueling your business's growth.
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InviteReferrals
InviteReferrals offers a user-friendly referral software designed to help you expand your business and attract new customers through effective Referral Marketing strategies. Many well-known brands have thrived by utilizing referral program marketing, and now it’s your chance to achieve enduring success and enjoy remarkable profits. As you embark on this journey, you'll experience exponential growth; satisfied customers will invite their friends, leading to an influx of new visitors when those invitations are accepted. The referrer can earn rewards for various actions, including sharing, securing registrations, facilitating sales, or prompting mobile app installations. Additionally, you have the option to incentivize both the referrer and their friend upon successful conversions, creating a win-win scenario for everyone involved. This approach not only boosts customer engagement but also helps build a loyal community around your brand.
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