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Dealer Gears stands out as the premier software solution for automotive dealerships, enabling them to streamline their sales processes and enhance efficiency in everyday operations, leading to accelerated sales like never before. Equipped with a robust set of features, Dealer Gears effectively manages all organizational tasks, proving to be an invaluable digital assistant for both you and your dealership. Our innovative car dealer software ensures that your customers have immediate access to the most current and relevant information about the vehicles they are interested in through our comprehensive vehicle information service. The state-of-the-art VIN decoder empowers dealership staff to swiftly and accurately identify car models from the database, review specifications, and generate essential documents like window stickers that include crash test ratings and fuel consumption guides. Additionally, our mobile applications for iPhone and Android facilitate the process of capturing vehicle images, scanning VIN plates for inventory management, adding trade-in vehicles for clients, and quickly processing driver’s licenses for test drives, making the overall experience seamless and efficient for both dealers and customers. With Dealer Gears, you not only improve operational efficiency but also enhance customer satisfaction through timely and accurate information.

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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.