AutoVIN has completed the acquisition of the vehicle inspection business from DataScan Field Services, a JM Family Enterprises company.
The inspection business will now run under the AutoVIN brand. The company said it will employ field inspectors throughout the U.S. and Canada, serving all major vehicle leasing companies and auto lenders with lease portfolios.
AutoVIN is a subsidiary of ADESA, a business unit of KAR Auction Services.
The acquisition brings three new offerings to the AutoVIN portfolio, including warranty claim inspections, CPO audits and physical damage appraisals.
“The closing of this acquisition allows us to move forward with new and improved services for our customers,” said Stéphane St-Hilaire, President and CEO of ADESA, in a written release.
“Combining the best of what both companies have to offer is a win for everyone. We welcome 500 new employees to the KAR group of companies, and are excited to provide an improved product for our customers.”
The new AutoVIN leadership team is led by Richard Carpentier, COO and senior vice-president of operations.
Carpentier has been involved in the industry for over 20 years, managing operations and business development teams for inspection companies, first for Quadrex/Manders and later for DataScan. He most recently held the position of managing director for DataScan’s Canadian operations.
