ACV facts & figures

Episode #32
In this episode of In the Passenger’s Seat, host Matt Mitteldorfer sits down with Charlie Cluss, a key leader in ACV’s Research & Development team. Charlie shares his unique journey from working in the field as a Vehicle Condition Inspector (VCI) at ACV to now building the very technology our VCIs use to inspect and assess vehicles.
Matt and Charlie explore how innovation is reshaping wholesale automotive — from smarter inspections and more accurate condition reports to using data to confidently price a car. They also look ahead at what’s coming next in automotive tech and how ACV is staying ahead of the curve.
Whether you're a gearhead, a tech lover, or just curious about the future of the industry, this one’s for you.