What is Signal Export?

Signal Export is a comprehensive platform designed specifically for Canadian dealers to export vehicles to the US market. It provides end-to-end management of the export lifecycle, including appraisal tools, load sheet generation, document management, financing options, and guaranteed remarketing channels.

How does Signal Export help me make more money?

Signal Export enables you to capture margins that would traditionally be lost by providing accurate market data for smart purchasing decisions, streamlining the export process to reduce costs, offering flexible financing to improve cash flow, and ensuring vehicles are sold through optimal remarketing channels in the US market.

What is the Load Builder feature?

The Load Builder feature allows you to create comprehensive load sheets directly within the Signal Export platform. You can select up to 10 vehicles from one location, add pickup information, and generate a CSV file with all necessary data for transporters and importers, eliminating the need for separate tools and reducing the potential for errors.

What is Signal Market Guide and how does it help with exports?

Signal Market Guide is our proprietary market data tool that provides accurate wholesale values for vehicles in the US market. It uses near real-time data to help you make informed decisions about which vehicles will be most profitable to export. The Market Guide considers factors like make, model, trim, mileage, and regional market variations to give you the most accurate pricing information possible.

How does the Export Calculator work?

The Export Calculator is an integrated tool within Signal Export that helps you determine the true profitability of potential exports. It accounts for all relevant factors including FX rates, depreciation during transit, pack costs, transportation fees, customs charges, and other expenses. By inputting basic vehicle information, you can instantly see projected margins and make data-driven export decisions without complex manual calculations.

What is the CEO Report and when would I use it?

The CEO Report is a comprehensive analytics dashboard that provides high-level insights into your export business performance. It aggregates data across all your exports to show key metrics like average profit margins, export volume trends, time-to-sale, and market opportunity analysis. This report is ideal for business owners and managers who need to track overall export performance, identify trends, and make strategic decisions about their export business growth.

How does Signal Export's remarketing process work?

Signal Export uses a proprietary multi-channel waterfall to ensure your vehicles reach the right buyers. This system prioritizes channels based on vehicle type, condition, and market demand to maximize returns. Our remarketing network includes wholesale auctions, dealer networks, and retail channels across the US.

What financing options are available through Signal Export?

Signal Export offers flexible financing solutions designed specifically for vehicle exporters. These include options to access capital before vehicles are sold, eliminating capital tie-up in exports and allowing you to scale your business through a simple application process with clear fee structures and USD-denominated loans.

How does Signal Export help manage export documentation?

Our integrated document management system centralizes all export-related documentation, including manufacturer labels, gate passes, and compliance certificates. The platform ensures all required documents are completed correctly and stored securely, making them easily accessible throughout the export process.

Can I track my vehicles' progress through the export process?

Yes, Signal Export provides complete visibility into every stage of the export journey. You can track vehicles in real-time from initial appraisal through to final sale, much like tracking a pizza delivery, allowing you to keep both yourself and your customers informed of progress.

Is Signal Export available on mobile devices?

Yes, Signal Export features a mobile-first design that works seamlessly on smartphones and tablets, allowing you to manage your export business from anywhere. The platform is optimized for both iOS and Android devices. You can download them from the app store for iOS or Android.

How does Signal Export help with risk management?

Signal Export offers specialized insurance and FX products designed to mitigate the risks associated with vehicle exports. These products protect against transportation damage, currency fluctuations, and other common export risks, giving you peace of mind throughout the process.

How do I get started with Signal Export?

Getting started with Signal Export is simple. Contact our sales team to schedule a demonstration and discuss which pricing plan best fits your business needs. Our onboarding specialists will then guide you through the setup process and provide training to ensure you can maximize the platform's benefits from day one.

Export Management Solutions for Canadian Dealers | Appraisal by Signal Technology

Data-driven decisions that make dollars

Get wholesale values based on millions of transactions with our market guide. Our export calculator factors in all variables while Marketability Scores gauge real-time US demand.

Export management without the headaches

Track vehicles like packages with our mobile-first interface. Create load sheets, manage documents, and monitor your entire export journey in one place.

Always evolving, always available

We refine our platform based on dealer feedback and market changes. Yesterday's challenges become tomorrow's features. Our support team is with you every step of the way.

A dynamic pricing tool that factors in wholesale value, depreciation, FX rates, and other costs to help dealers accurately price vehicles for the US market.

A comprehensive dashboard showing export performance metrics and the significant profit spreads between US wholesale and Canadian retail markets.

Uses machine learning on millions of wholesale transactions to predict current US vehicle values and identify profitable export opportunities.

Creates comprehensive load sheets directly in the platform by selecting vehicles and generating transport-ready CSV files, without needing separate tools.

“We were hesitant to start exporting, thinking it was too complex. Signal's vertically integrated platform made it effortless. We've captured an additional $2,500+ per vehicle on average, revenue that goes straight to our bottom line.”

Curtis Vickers

President at Southlake Ford Lincoln

"We've been working with Signal for years, and they've become an essential part of our operations. From helping us with our first export to now managing consistent remarketing, they've always delivered. Their support and reliable returns have helped us get the most out of every unit."

Vlad Sharypov

Trade Manager at Birchwood Auto Group