independant dealers

  1. HK Rides

    Carfax vs Autotrader

    We are still a relatively new independent used dealership in Los Angeles. Currently mainly use Autotrader, Offerup, and Facebook Marketplace. We were looking to drop Offerup and add Carfax where the sales rep initially told me it would be $7-800 a month with unlimited reports (currently pay $400...
  2. HK Rides

    Seeking Recommendations for Software to Predict Vehicle Sales Velocity

    I'm looking for reliable software that can help us predict how quickly a vehicle will sell. Does anyone have experience with software tools that provide insights into vehicle demand and sales predictions? Any recommendations for tools that are particularly effective and user-friendly?
  3. HK Rides

    Process of buying a Car with a Lien

    Hello, How do I go about receiving titles with liens? I did a bit of research and know that I will have to request the specific payoff amount from the lender and pay them directly. I can't find a step by step on how the whole process works. Do I just call the bank and provide the vin number...
  4. HK Rides

    New Dealership Suggestions

    Hello, We recently opened a used car dealership a few months ago in Los Angeles (near LAX) and had some questions on what is the best way to advertise our cars and just get our company out there. Along with a couple of more insights. Our website: HK Rides We currently use: DealerCenter for...
  5. L

    NEED HELP AND TIPS

    hey guys my name is omar and I own little york autosales I opened up the dealership back in 2020 with 5 cars and have expanded to 25 car inventory on average. we have had 3 years of growth and profit, however, this past 6 months I have noticed almost no deals being made. We get enough leads with...
  6. troyscheer

    NIADA Names Interim CEO

    Wilson becomes first woman to lead NIADA Wilson named interim CEO after Voltmann’s retirement The National Independent Automobile Dealers Association (NIADA) announced today Bob Voltmann has resigned from his position as CEO. The NIADA Board of Directors unanimously selected Chief Financial...
  7. NIADA & DealerRefresh on the state of Used Cars

    NIADA & DealerRefresh on the state of Used Cars

    Aren't we all entirely in the used car business? Unless you're selling new Teslas (and if you are, why are you here), franchised and independent dealers sha...