Should Dealers Be Worried About Carvana?
Carvana has proven to be an undeniable force in the used car market, and yes, dealers should be worried. This automotive brand has changed public perception about how used cars are bought and sold,...
Connecting Dealers with Private Party Sellers
Carvana has proven to be an undeniable force in the used car market, and yes, dealers should be worried. This automotive brand has changed public perception about how used cars are bought and sold,...
Going on nearly two years since the start of the covid-19 pandemic, we have been in recovery mode all year. But the recovery is not going as smoothly as many anticipated. The rebound to overall...
Fallout from the lockdowns of 2020 continue to be felt in the form of chip shortages and supply chain issues. New cars simply aren’t making it onto the lots but with a consumer base eager to buy,...
The best automotive strategies and tools don’t mean much if you don’t have a solid staff behind them. Supporting your dealership team in professional development and personal satisfaction can...
Buying private party vehicles has become a pivotal part of boosting used-car profits for many dealerships, though building a strong strategy can take a lot of trial and error. The Vehicle Acquisition...
You could say retail prices are on the rise, but only at a snail’s pace. Which is to be expected considering that used car prices are up practically 25-30% compared with this time last year. A more...
In a word, yes! Dealerships need to be aggressive in private-party vehicle acquisition to stay competitive in today’s market. “Anyone that isn’t aggressively going after acquisitions is missing the...
Facebook Marketplace offers dealers a lot of opportunities to buy private party vehicles. As the largest social network, users rely on this platform for its familiarity and ease of use, but how can...
The pandemic forced many dealers to reconsider the way they buy used vehicles. With auctions out of commission, private vehicle sales have proven to be a stronger acquisition method, helping dealers...
The art of the sale doesn’t stop just because you’re using technology. Knowing how to approach private vehicle sellers and make them feel comfortable with the virtual sales process takes practice....