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OPENLANE is<\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/span>a<\/span>n automotive<\/span> marketplac<\/span><\/span>e<\/span><\/span> aimed specifically at professional car traders and dealers. <\/span>It\u2019s<\/span> free to register no matter where you live<\/span>.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

See below to find out how to register:<\/p>\n

1.\u202f Fill in your VAT number<\/strong>
\nPlease enter your VAT number and click \u2018Verify VAT number\u2019.\u202fThe system will automatically check the validity of your VAT number.<\/p>\n

2.\u202f\u202f\u202fCompany and contact details<\/strong>
\nFill in your company and contact details. Make sure you enter a valid email address. Choose your username and password, and whether you would like to stay informed by email or phone (you can change this later in your \u2018My account\u2019 portal).\u202fConfirm that you are a professional car trader, agree with the terms and conditions, click submit and you\u2019re good to go!<\/p>\n

3.\u202f\u202fConfirm your email address<\/strong>
\nImmediately after registering, you\u2019ll receive a confirmation email.\u202fPlease click on the link to activate your account. If you skip this step, you will not be able to start bidding!<\/p>\n

4.\u202f \u202fFirst auction won<\/strong>
\nWhat happens if your bid wins? It\u2019s now time to verify your identity.\u202fUpload a copy of your identity card in \u2018My account\u2019. We\u2019ll check it within one working day. In the meantime, you won\u2019t be able to place bids.\u202fOnce your ID is approved, you can bid as much as you like.<\/p>\n

5.\u202f\u202fA five-time buyer<\/strong>
\nAfter buying five vehicles, it\u2019s time for you to provide us with your company documents.\u202fUpload a copy of your company registration documents in \u2018My account\u2019.\u202fWe\u2019ll use these documents to verify your status as a professional car trader.<\/p>\n

6.\u202f\u202fFull access to OPENLANE<\/strong>
\nOnce your ID card and company registration documents are validated, you have full access to OPENLANE!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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