CBT News is on location at the NADA Show 2026 in Las Vegas, bringing exclusive conversations from the forefront of automotive retail. Jim Fitzpatrick sits down with Super Bowl champion and Auto Hauler Exchange VP of Sales Frank Zombo to discuss how the company is reshaping vehicle transport, helping dealers source used inventory more efficiently, and addressing growing concerns around logistics transparency and fraud.
Key Takeaways:
- Dealers facing a tighter used vehicle supply are expanding their sourcing radius, and efficient transport has become critical to maintaining profitability and inventory flow. Auto Hauler Exchange’s marketplace model connects shippers directly with vetted carriers, eliminating traditional broker layers that often add cost and delays. The result is faster delivery times and more competitive transport pricing, allowing dealers to source vehicles from auctions and markets they previously avoided due to logistics costs.
- Carrier vetting and fraud prevention have become increasingly important as transport-related scams rise across the industry. Auto Hauler Exchange combats these risks through rigorous carrier screening, shipment tracking, and transparent communication that allows dealers to know exactly who is handling their vehicles at every stage. This approach reduces the risk of double brokering, lost vehicles, and unauthorized pickups while improving accountability across the transport process.
- The platform also gives dealers flexibility to balance cost and urgency when moving vehicles. Whether a store needs immediate delivery to close a sale or lower-cost transport for bulk inventory, dealers can adjust pricing and timelines to match operational needs. Combined with centralized shipment tracking and performance visibility, this flexibility helps dealers streamline logistics while keeping vehicles moving quickly from purchase to front-line availability.
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