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Chip Shortage, Supply Chain, and the ‘Curious Wrinkle’ Between Wholesale and Retail Prices

used cars, Industry News, acquisition sources, acquisition council

Used car prices continue to rise at record levels. The latest spike pushed used-car prices to 24.9% above September...

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Joe Webb and Ryan Easter on the Acquisition Council w/ Ben Dykstra and Ryan Gerardi

Developing a Private Vehicle Buy Strategy

Best Practices, VAN University Videos, Strategies and Tips

The pandemic forced many dealers to reconsider the way they buy used vehicles. With auctions out of commission,...

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Developing a Private Vehicle Buy Strategy

Record Profits, Boosting Market Share, and Sourcing Second Hand Vehicles from the Public

profitability, used vehicle acquisition, market share, acquisition council

There is no mystery behind the limited vehicle supply we are experiencing right now in the auto industry. And with...

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Christy Roman and Tara Lloyd on the Acquisition Council by VAN and Vehicle Hero

How to Approach Private Vehicle Sellers

Best Practices, VAN University Videos, Strategies and Tips

The art of the sale doesn’t stop just because you’re using technology. Knowing how to approach private vehicle...

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How to Approach Private Vehicle Sellers

How Reliable is Facebook Marketplace for Sourcing Pre-Owned from Private Sellers?

acquisition sources, facebook marketplace, acquisition council

According to a recent Bloomberg report, the record-breaking rise in used car prices appears to have peaked, as...

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The Acquisition Council with Zac Dill, Jennifer Pourdrier, and Gary Wade

How to Eliminate Inventory Gaps with Cars off the Street

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As the auto industry emerges from the COVID-19 pandemic, the used car business has, like many, been experiencing a...

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The Acquisition Council w/ Ben Dykstra and Ryan Gerardi

The Auction: Don’t Choose the Wrong ‘Dating App’

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The Auction: Don’t Choose the Wrong ‘Dating App’

Imagine acquiring private party vehicles similar to how you would...

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Joe Webb from DealerKnows on Dealer Auctions

'The Auction' Webisode Series Backstory... It’s All in Good Fun

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The Auction’s Backstory...It’s All in Good Fun

Joe Webb loves celebrating the people who work for dealerships. He...

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Joe Webb, Writer and Director of 'The Auction' video series

Make the Highest Possible Profit from Private Party Acquisitions

process, profitability, Best Practices, VAN University Videos

Garry Clift, owner of Clift Buick/GMC in Adrian, MI, offers some helpful tips about profitability when it comes to...

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Garry Clift on making the highest possible profit

What Qualities Make Vehicle Acquisition Specialists Successful?

Best Practices, acquisition team, VAN University Videos

How do you find the right vehicle acquisition specialist at your dealership? Is there a formula? How do you know if...

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Garry Clift on what qualities lead to success

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