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In today's fast-paced world, consumers prioritize convenience and are willing to pay a premium for businesses that cater to their preferences in transactions. Digital Retailing essentially mirrors traditional retailing, as your online clientele remains fundamentally the same as any other customer. With Darwin’s Digital Retailing, you empower customers to manage a larger portion of their buying journey online, effectively placing them in control. While many vehicle buyers focus on payment options, most existing digital retailing systems fail to accommodate this need—our solution does! Our innovative soft-pull feature accesses 700 credit sources, performing a soft inquiry that does not necessitate a consumer's Social Security Number or Date of Birth. Dealers benefit from real-time insights into FICO scores, available revolving credit, recent inquiries, and more! We ensure precise payment matching with any Dealer Management System (DMS) across all 50 states, eliminating the need for dealers to clarify discrepancies between online payment estimates and actual figures. This streamlined approach not only enhances customer satisfaction but also fosters greater trust in the purchasing process.

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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.