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Feeling the pressure around used vehicle sourcing? Supply has been constrained for the past few years. But your profitability is tied to your used car sales. So, what can you do? Get a solid plan in place with pointers from our latest blog. Swipe to find out how you can thrive in a complex used vehicle inventory management and sourcing environment. And for details on how to win in today’s ever-changing market, head to the full blog here:?https://cox.auto/uial0

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Gaps in your used car data may not seem like a big deal until … You realize it means you’re leaving money on the table with every sale. Incomplete data could steer you toward miscalculating your share of aged units – and pricing your cars incorrectly (up or down). With vAuto Provision?, you'll get a full view of your market, allowing you to turn your used vehicles faster and maximize gross profits. See why more than 14,000 dealers manage, merchandise and move their used car inventory with vAuto. Watch the full video here: https://bit.ly/41xg0hJ

NEW EPISODE ALERT! Tune in to the latest vAuto podcast where Patrick A Janes and Micah Tindor share pointers to help you address appraisal process inconsistencies and acquire more inventory for the “right” money. Listen here: https://bit.ly/3QPAoWj

Sourcing used cars is a crucial component of any inventory strategy. Stockwave from vAuto makes it easy by giving you access to hundreds of marketplaces and hundreds of thousands of vehicles. Come visit us at Manheim Orlando for a live demo and discover how Stockwave can help you know what to buy, where to find it, and what price to pay. Want to go beyond the basic demo? Join us for the Stockwave Master Class! You’ll dive deeper with hands-on training, best practices, and inventory optimization strategies. Register for the Mater Class here: https://bit.ly/41dJH7m Event Details: ?? Location: Manheim Orlando ?? Date: March 11th ?? Live In-Lane Demo: Stop by lanes 22 and 23 anytime during the auction ?? Stockwave Master Class: 11am-12pm in the Manheim Orlando cafeteria Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your inventory strategy with Stockwave!

The most profitable car dealers have this in common: They’ve evolved their approach to inventory management, adopting an INVESTMENT MINDSET. It’s key in setting your dealership up for growth not just in the short term but also over the next several years. Hear about applying this mindset to your pricing, appraising and acquisition strategies. So you can reach your profit objectives in any market conditions. Watch the full Live Market View video here: https://bit.ly/3ZNw285

NEW EPISODE: Check out the latest vAuto podcast featuring dealer Marc Cross of Jordan Ford, San Antonio. Cross shares how he uses “Brown Banana” sales to move aged new/used vehicles and how an emphasis on serving customers distinguishes a decades-long car business career. Listen here: https://bit.ly/3EXab5v

When you get a used car, it’s a race to see how fast you can get it front-line ready. Every little advantage matters. Get our new eBook to learn how you can optimize your recon process to improve efficiency and profits. Download now: https://bit.ly/42JV49y

How are you combatting higher-than-average new car prices? As of December 2024, the average transaction price (ATP) of a new vehicle in the U.S. was the second highest it’s ever been, at $49,740. With the market showing no signs of easing, 2025 could also see higher-than-average ATPs. That’s why dealers need to focus on how to address buyers’ affordability concerns – like making incentive management a top priority. For more useful stats like these, explore our Q4 New Car Insights at the link below. These are updated quarterly, so be sure to check back throughout the year. https://bit.ly/4gXZq0a