What it does
Vehicle transport platforms help dealerships book carriers to move cars between auctions, stores, customers and other dealers. They quote prices, assign carriers, track pickup and delivery and record the vehicle's condition at each step.
Transport is a hidden cost in every wholesale purchase and dealer trade. Slow pickup adds days before a car can be reconditioned and sold. Platforms that show real-time status and reliable delivery dates help the used car team plan recon and keep units moving.
Damage claims are where problems show up. Look for photo inspections at pickup and delivery, clear insurance coverage and a simple claims process. Ask how carriers are vetted and what happens when a carrier misses a pickup.
Who in the store uses it
- Used car managers and buyers: book moves after purchases.
- Inventory and recon managers: plan around delivery dates.
- Office staff: handle payments and claims.
- Sales staff: arrange home delivery for remote buyers.
What it connects to
- Auctions (purchase and pickup details)
- Inventory management tools
- Reconditioning software (expected arrival)
- DMS and accounting (costs)
- Digital retailing (home delivery)
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What to ask vendors
- How are prices set, and how do they compare to booking carriers directly?
- How are carriers vetted and insured?
- Do drivers take photos at pickup and delivery?
- How do we track status in real time?
- What happens when a pickup is missed?
- How are damage claims handled and how long do they take?
- Can costs flow into our accounting by vehicle?
- Are there fees beyond the quoted price?
Signs it's time to switch
- Cars sit at auction for days after purchase.
- Delivery dates are guesses.
- Damage claims turn into arguments without photos.
- Transport costs aren't tied to each vehicle.
- Staff spend hours calling carriers.
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