This video featuring VAN Brand Advocate David Long, a Dealership Operations Executive in the San Francisco Bay Area, talks about why he recommends buying used vehicles from private sellers. Included in this post is the complete podcast conversation from where this video excerpt was originally recorded.

Joe Beuckman was raised in the car business. He has a passion for every part of the car buying business. Joe’s father, Bo, made…

According to Auto Remarketing, used-car sales in April beat year-ago figures by 3.0%, according to estimates from Cox Automotive, which said the pre-owned SAAR…

Summer Trends in an Unpredictable Used Car Market Recent reports on spring 2019 SAAR, used car retention rates, depreciation rates, and a shakeup in…

Historically, dealers have offered practically no transparency for consumers during the vehicle trade-in process. But the internet has changed the way people shop and make decisions. Nowadays, transparency with consumers during the vehicle trade and appraisal process is critical. This video offers a preview of our conversation with industry veteran Ed French from AutoProfit about improving your appraisal effectiveness, or “Look-to-Book.”

This Week in Used Cars for May 2019: Used-car sales climb 3% amid demand shift; Dealers turn to Craigslist to meet used-car demand; Car Dealership Inventory: Asset or Liability?

Are franchise dealers sourcing used vehicles these days from a decreasing pool of the right cars? If so, where can dealers go to better source the right kind of vehicles for their dealerships? This video and podcast features retired auto exec Gary Wade to talk about his tips and insights for wholesale sourcing dependability this Spring.

Nelson Auto Group Inventory Director Josh Winders leads a team of 10 buyers across 4 locations in Oklahoma, sourcing nearly 200 used vehicles each month from private party sellers. Vehicle Acquisition Network plays a significant role in this process, and recently we had an opportunity to meet with Josh to find out first hand what circumstances led to the formation of their acquisition business, what it means, and where it’s headed. This is Josh’s story.

What are the benefits of effective follow up with private sellers about their used cars? For one, you have a chance to be the seller’s advocate. You also create top of mind awareness, and you can be there for the consumer when the time is right for him or her. Enjoy this video preview of our monthly best practices and training webinar.

Client video testimonial from General Manager Carl Bauer at Martin Nissan in Skokie, Illinois talking about why he recommends Vehicle Acquisition Network and how it helps him and his team produce 50-100 new opportunities each month.