CARMEL, Ind. -

ADESA has launched a new inspection technology solution and software platform designed to provide “high quality, industry-leading inspections — making significant leaps in transparency, relevance and accuracy.”

The upgrades come as the wholesale auto industry, and ADESA parent KAR Global, is shifting further digitally, thus underscoring the need for reliable condition reports in an online format.

“The most important element for the digital transformation of our industry is the condition report —the ability to emulate that in-lane tire kicking through a virtual format,” ADESA chief operating officer Srisu Subrahmanyam said in a news release.

 “So we’re investing heavily in enhanced digital inspection tools to support a more consistent experience and give dealers the confidence and peace of mind they need when purchasing vehicles through digital channels,” he said. “Everyone benefits — sellers can access information faster to make smarter reconditioning choices, and buyers will have high resolution images and inspection details to make the most informed bidding decision.”

The inspection platform uses hand-held phone-based technology and software that are designed to pull up more complete, precise details on vehicles. It also is designed to improve condition reports by generating higher quality and higher resolution photos of vehicles.

This platform is now at all U.S. ADESA locations. The company plans to finish rolling it out to its Canadian locations this quarter.

“As dealers turn to digital marketplaces to source and buy inventory, having a complete view of each vehicle’s condition has become essential,” said Richard Carpentier, who is KAR’s head of inspection solutions and AutoVin’s chief operating officer and senior vice president of operations.

“By aligning resources, including personnel, technology and data from across KAR, we’re optimizing and streamlining the entire inspections process for our customers. Buyers and sellers alike will have more data, faster, to make intelligent decisions and drive greater success.”