Vehicle Acquisition Network (VAN)
Vehicle Acquisition Network (VAN) is an automotive software platform built to help car dealerships acquire high-quality used vehicles directly from private sellers—without relying on auctions. As wholesale prices rise and vehicle availability tightens, VAN empowers dealers with tools to source inventory faster, more profitably, and with greater control.
VAN aggregates local FSBO (for-sale-by-owner) listings, applies real-time market data to assess profitability, and automates communication with sellers at scale. Buyers can manage leads, track seller conversations, and streamline acquisition workflows through an intuitive CRM-style dashboard designed specifically for dealership teams.
For dealers who don’t have dedicated acquisition staff, VAN offers a Managed Buyer program, pairing stores with expert buyers who actively source, engage, and negotiate with private sellers on their behalf—saving time and boosting acquisition volume without internal hiring.
VAN is trusted by hundreds of dealerships across North America—from independent rooftops to franchise groups—looking to beat Carvana and CarMax at their own game. It's the smarter way to buy cars.
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CDK Global
CDK provides a unified, SOC 2-compliant dealership software solutions designed to simplify dealership operations, improve profitability and create a better customer experience across every department. Instead of relying on disconnected tools for Sales, Service, Inventory and Accounting, CDK brings everything together in one place through the CDK Dealership Xperience Platform.
CDK offers six connected suites inside the Dealership Xperience Platform, each one solving for a specific area of dealership operations:
• Foundations Suite: Ideal for enterprise and multistore dealers, this suite delivers advanced Accounting, DMS functionality, centralized management and CDK SimplePay for smooth deal workflows.
• Fundamentals Suite: Created for independent dealerships and smaller franchise operations, the Fundamentals Suite offers streamlined core tools with the same data connectivity as the Foundations Suite.
• Vehicle Inventory Suite: Uses AI and real-time market insights to help dealers source, price and manage inventory more effectively and profitably.
• Modern Retail Suite: Combines CRM, Digital Retailing and F&I workflows so customers can start buying online and complete the process in the dealership without rework.
• Fixed Operations Suite: Supports Service and Parts departments with communication tools like video and texting, accurate estimates and to-the-penny Service pricing.
• Intelligence Suite: Brings advanced analytics, forecasting and performance visibility across departments so decision-making is faster and more data-driven.
Dealers choose CDK for its ability to connect once-separate systems, support day-to-day operations, and provide measurable improvements in efficiency, profitability and customer satisfaction.
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AutoBG
AutoBG is an innovative software solution that utilizes artificial intelligence for editing automotive images specifically tailored for car dealerships, online marketplaces, and automotive brands. This tool provides swift background removal, replacement, and enhancement of images, guaranteeing top-notch photographs of vehicles in mere moments. Users have the option to select from a variety of professional backgrounds, incorporate branding elements such as logos and watermarks, and utilize AI-driven features for lighting, shadows, and reflections to elevate their images. The platform facilitates bulk processing, supports high-resolution outputs, and accommodates various file formats. With its user-friendly interface and API capabilities for streamlining workflows, AutoBG significantly decreases time spent on image editing, lowers costs, and produces studio-quality visuals. Perfect for car listings, marketing campaigns, and brand enhancement, AutoBG ensures that the visual presentation remains both professional and uniform across all platforms. This makes it an invaluable tool for anyone looking to elevate their automotive imagery.
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LivePerson Automotive
No vehicle has ever been sold or serviced without some form of dialogue, and modern consumers overwhelmingly favor messaging as their primary means of communication. LivePerson Automotive equips dealerships with robust messaging solutions that not only attract more customers but also enhance the quality of their experiences and foster greater loyalty. While car buyers often lean towards online research and purchasing, they frequently encounter challenges when it comes to filling out forms or locating specific information. In fact, 74% of online purchasers indicate they would be more inclined to complete forms if live chat assistance was available to provide details about vehicles or financing options. By offering consumers easy access to your team, you can help them navigate the purchasing journey more smoothly through Conversational Car Buying™, renowned as the leading live chat and messaging platform in the automotive sector. This innovative approach not only streamlines the buying process but also builds a more personalized experience that resonates with today's digital-savvy customers.
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