Vehicle Acquisition Network (VAN)
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.
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CrankWheel
CrankWheel allows you to share your screen while on a call. This makes it easy to create engaging presentations. You can send a link via email or SMS to the viewer and they will be able to view it in any browser on any device. CrankWheel was designed for simplicity and can be shared with customers to facilitate business deals.
CrankWheel can be used to complement calls from insurance agents, mortgage advisors and solar advisors as well as educators and customer support specialists.
CrankWheel is easy to integrate with websites and allows users to add a Demo button to receive quick notifications. We can show you if they are paying attention. Our Chrome Extension has enabled over 50,000 users to share their screens with prospects, regardless of their technical skills or device choice. CrankWheel can be used on old browsers and obscure devices, even with poor network connections. It works on Mac, Android, iOS, Blackberries, Internet Explorer, and Android.
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Partly
Partly PIM, or Product Information Management (PIM), is a tool that is dedicated to auto parts. Category managers can use Partly to structure data on parts and compatibility using the Partly Data Standard and export it to their website, marketplaces, and other standards.
Partly can support:
Taxonomy, classification and taxonomy
- Vehicle Fitment
- Product ingestion, transformation and consumption
- Data conversion
Digital Asset Management (DAM)
Localization and multilingual support
- Data Governance and Quality Assurance
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AutoFitmentPlus
PC Bennett’s Automotive ERP software provides a comprehensive, cloud-based enterprise resource planning solution tailored for the automotive aftermarket, leveraging Acumatica Cloud ERP and incorporating industry-specific enhancements to optimize essential back-office tasks such as inventory management, parts fitment, sales orders, service operations, manufacturing processes, supply chain logistics, and customer history all within a single platform. Additionally, their unique AutoFitmentPlus add-on enriches Acumatica’s functionality by incorporating vehicle classification and fitment information, including ACES, PIES, and VIN validation, directly into the ERP system, allowing users to efficiently filter parts and verify correct applications based on year, make, model, and engine specifications, thereby minimizing the need for manual searches and significantly reducing potential errors. This solution also facilitates real-time inventory monitoring, ensures automatic updates to databases, and offers commerce-driven features that synchronize inventory levels and pricing across e-commerce storefronts, making it an invaluable tool for businesses looking to enhance operational efficiency and accuracy. With these capabilities, businesses can not only streamline their processes but also improve customer satisfaction by ensuring the right parts are delivered promptly.
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