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How AI Powers Service Lane Appraisals, Acquisitions

In this vAuto podcast, used vehicle buyer Josh Kor of Richfield Bloomington (MN) Honda shares how UVeye’s AI-powered vehicle inspections and a new vAuto appraisal integration have made acquiring vehicles from service customers more effective and efficient. Kor details the process he follows that yields 1500 completed service lane appraisals and 40-plus vehicle acquisitions each […]

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Live Market View Q3 2025 │ Watch the Data To Capitalize on Pent-Up Demand

There’s no denying that it’s been a difficult year to predict what will happen for the automotive market. While June was down, July was hot for new cars, with dealers selling almost 1.4 million vehicles across the country. And we still haven’t seen the full impact of tariffs. What does the back end of the […]

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Group-Level Inventory Strategy: Unlocking Profitability Across Dealerships

In this CDG Industry Spotlight podcast, Trent Waybright, vice president of used vehicle operations at Indiana-based Kelley Automotive Group, and Patrick Janes, vAuto’s associate vice president of inventory solutions, discuss Kelley’s new strategy for moving vehicles quickly when data reveals a better opportunity at another rooftop. Find out how Trent/team use vAuto data/insights to reduce […]

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Smarter Decisions: How AI Is Transforming Inventory Management at Dealerships

In a recent Automotive News webinar, Derek Hansen, Vice President of Operations at vAuto (a Cox Automotive brand), joined host Emma Hancock to explore how artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping inventory management in automotive retail. Here are some key highlights from the webinar, which you can view in full here. The Evolution of AI in […]

vAuto Quarterly Quick-Takes: An “Up and Down” Retail Automotive Market in Q2 2025

In this vAuto Quarterly Quick-Takes video, strategic planning director Bethany Johnson summarizes key take-aways from Q2, which saw a series of ups and downs across new and used vehicle departments for dealers. Get pointers to help you turn a new vehicle bright spot—improving trade-in equity—to your advantage to address slow-moving inventory; diversify your used vehicle […]

Help Your Shoppers Find Their Perfect Match

As a dealer, you connect in-market shoppers with the right vehicles. VIN-specific merchandising helps highlight each car’s unique features, making it easier for buyers to find the perfect match online. By providing detailed, transparent listings, you build trust and increase the chances of turning interest into a sale. This eBook explores how VIN-level merchandising strengthens […]

Smarter Decisions: How AI is Transforming Inventory Management

The latest Automotive News webinar featured Derek Hansen, Vice President of Operations at vAuto, and explores how AI-powered predictive data science is reshaping inventory management in today’s dealerships. The session highlights the shift away from manual processes and intuition, emphasizing the need for advanced technology and analytics to drive profitability and operational efficiency. Learn how […]

Why Hello Auto Group uses ProfitTime GPS

Discover how Joe Seppa, VP of Operations and Operating Partner at Hello Auto Group in Southern California, leverages ProfitTime® GPS to strategically manage used vehicle inventory. With over 20 years in the automotive industry, Joe transitioned from Provision® to ProfitTime GPS to better assess risk and opportunity across his inventory. By aligning pricing and stocking […]

How York Automotive Establishes, Executes its Used Vehicle Inventory Strategy

Six Best Practices for Improving Appraisals