Revolutionizing Vehicle Appraisals: ACV Unveils VIPER Early Access Program at 2026 NADA Show
ACV, a digital automotive marketplace and data services partner, unveiled its VIPER Early Access Program at the 2026 National Automobile Dealers Association Conference. The program introduces drive-through imaging technology called VIPER, which consists of two inspection towers and Virtual Lift, an undercarriage scanner. This technology captures a vehicle's condition in seconds, generating a standardized digital summary and real-time valuation range as the vehicle passes through the towers.
VIPER, short for Vehicle Inspection Platform for Enhanced Reporting, utilizes high-resolution imaging and AI-powered vision solutions to streamline the vehicle appraisal process. By leveraging ACV's extensive data library, VIPER offers dealers a quick and consistent way to assess vehicle condition and receive valuation offers directly from the service lane. This technology aims to enhance inventory sourcing and retail vehicle acquisition for dealers.
ACV's CEO, George Chamoun, highlighted the benefits of VIPER in improving trade ratios and consumer vehicle sourcing. By integrating VIPER with ClearCar and ACV MAX, dealers can enhance their inventory acquisition process. The system's advanced AI capabilities and structured data enable dealers to acquire inventory and retail vehicles efficiently.
The service lane presents a significant acquisition opportunity for dealerships, yet it is often underutilized. Traditional appraisals can be inconsistent and time-consuming. With VIPER, dealers can accelerate the appraisal process, increase consistency, and scale operations while maintaining pricing accuracy. The technology aims to transform the service lane into a high-confidence, high-volume acquisition channel for dealers.
ACV has been beta-testing VIPER with select franchise dealers and remarketing centers to integrate the system into their existing workflows successfully. The VIPER Early Access Program offers installation, training, and capabilities to generate appraisals at scale. Interested dealers can learn more about VIPER at the 2026 NADA Show and explore its potential to streamline vehicle appraisal processes.
ACV's COO, Vikas Mehta, emphasized the simplicity and efficiency of VIPER in providing accurate vehicle appraisals with speed and confidence. The technology aligns with ACV's commitment to delivering rigorous inspection and pricing standards directly to dealerships. Interested dealers can schedule appointments at the show to explore VIPER's capabilities and potential integration into their operations.
ACV's VIPER Early Access Program is set to expand to more dealers later in 2026. Dealers can contact ACV representatives or visit the company's website for more information on VIPER and its integration with existing ACV offerings. ACV continues its mission to revolutionize the automotive industry by providing trusted digital marketplaces and data solutions for used vehicle sourcing and management.