UCDP Ep #65 - Vehicle Reconditioning, Condition Report Writing, & the Recovery Industry

In this episode of the Used Car Dealer Podcast, Zach interviews Dave Sutton, Vice President of Business Development and Industry Relations at  Montway. The discussion covers vehicle reconditioning, condition report writing, and the current state of the recovery industry. Dave also shares insights on how technology is shaping these areas and what the future holds for the industry.

Some of the questions asked on the podcast include:

Q) Can you share a bit about your background and how you got into the auto industry?
Q) How has condition report writing changed with digital platforms over the years?
Q) Why are more photos in condition reports becoming important for buyers?
Q) What is frame damage, and how does it impact a vehicle's value and safety?
Q) When should a vehicle be reconditioned before selling? What factors matter most?
Q) What ROI can dealers expect from reconditioning, and which services boost marketability the most?
Q) Do dealers prefer in-house or outsourced reconditioning, and how does tech help manage costs?
Q) What’s the difference between repossession and recovery in the auto industry?
Q) How is tech improving the recovery industry, and what new challenges are agents facing?
Q) What’s the future of the recovery industry with more vehicle tracking and telematics?
Q) How should dealers handle repossession trends in the current economy?
Q) What new developments at Montway are you excited about this year?

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Transcribe of this podcast - https://blog.sellyautomotive.com/blog/recon-2024