Donlen Names Winners of Top Auction Awards
Donlen recently announced the recipients of its 2016 Top Auction Awards, according to a company announcement. Manheim Mississippi took home top honors as the recipient of the Auction of the Year award, however, seven other auctions also received awards.
Donlen recently announced the recipients of its 2016 Top Auction Awards, according to a company announcement. Manheim Mississippi took home top honors as the recipient of the Auction of the Year award, however, seven other auctions also received awards.
“Donlen is fortunate to have so many strong auction partners. The decision to honor a select group was difficult, in that all are such integral contributors to our success,” said Dan Powers, Donlen director of vehicle remarketing. “We applaud and congratulate our award winners and look forward to another year of providing best-in-class remarketing support to fleets.”
The awards, according to the company, are meant to recognize its top automobile auction partners that it works closely with.
ABC Detroit Toledo was the winner of the Central/Northeast Region award; Carolina Auto Auction was the winner of the South/Southeast Region award; and Adesa Portland took home the honors for the West Region.
Additional winners included Orlando Longwood Auto Auction for the Best Days to Condition Report award; Adesa Golden Gate for the Best Retention Dollars award; Adesa Atlanta for the Best Days to Sell award; and Manheim Ft. Lauderdale for the Best Expense Control award.
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