ADESA is where you bid.
CarCast tells you whether to.
ADESA is the #2 wholesale auction in America with 24/7 digital bidding through ADESA Clear. CarCast adds the forward-looking intelligence your auction strategy is missing: a 30 and 60-day forecast of where prices are going before you commit to a bid.
CarCast
Where prices are going
30 & 60-day AI forecasts with confidence bands. Know the trend before you bid.
Start freeADESA CarValue
What it's worth today
Current wholesale price + retail-bid spread. Built on 50M+ ADESA data points.
Why ADESA buyers add CarCast to their workflow
CarValue predicts this week's price. CarCast forecasts 30–60 days out.
The question CarValue can't answer
Most ADESA buyers check CarValue before bidding — it's excellent at telling you the current fair wholesale price. But the question CarValue can't answer is: will this segment be worth more or less in four weeks when you retail it? CarCast answers exactly that — with segment-specific 30 and 60-day forecasts and probability-weighted confidence bands.
Built for digital auctions that never stop
ADESA Clear runs 24/7 timed digital bidding — a constant flow of vehicles available at any hour. That's a lot of decisions to make fast. CarCast gives you a standing view of which segments are trending up, flat, or declining, so when a vehicle hits ADESA Clear, you already know the market context before you evaluate the specific lot.
Proprietary AI forecasting across 798 segments
CarCast's proprietary AI forecasting covers over 798vehicle segments — from compact SUVs to full-size trucks to luxury sedans. The market doesn't move in unison: off-lease SUVs can be softening while trucks are rising. CarCast shows you which segments to source aggressively and which to approach with caution — segment by segment.
Fixed cost intelligence — not per-vehicle fees
ADESA's buy fees accumulate with every vehicle you source. CarCast is a flat monthly subscription — $0 on the free plan, $149/month on Pro — regardless of how many vehicles you buy or how many segments you track. One subscription, complete market intelligence.
Feature comparison
As of 2026. ADESA and CarCast serve different functions — most professional buyers use both.
| Feature | CarCast | ADESA |
|---|---|---|
| 30-day price forecast by segment | ||
| 60-day price forecast | ||
| P10/P50/P90 confidence bands | ||
| Rising / Stable / Softening trend classification | ||
| Historical price trends (52wk) | Limited | |
| Current wholesale valuation (CarValue)ADESA strength | ||
| Retail-Bid Spread analysisADESA strength | ||
| Live & timed digital auctions (Clear)ADESA strength | ||
| Vehicle condition reportsADESA strength | ||
| Weekly price digest email | ||
| Price drop / spike alerts | ||
| 798 segments tracked | N/A | |
| REST API for dealers | Agency plan | |
| Free plan | CarValue free for ADESA customers | |
| Cost | From $0/mo | $100–$350+/vehicle buy fee |
Which tool is right for you?
Choose CarCast if...
- You want to know whether to buy at this week's ADESA auction or wait for a better price
- You need 30–60 day segment-level price direction before committing to inventory
- You want proactive weekly alerts when your tracked segments move significantly
- You want to protect margins by knowing which segments are softening before you source
- You want a fixed monthly cost independent of transaction volume
Choose ADESA if...
- You need auction marketplace access to buy and sell wholesale inventory
- You need current CarValue wholesale + retail-bid spread for a specific vehicle
- You need 24/7 digital bidding via ADESA Clear
- You source off-lease or commercial fleet inventory specifically
The optimal workflow: use CarCast to identify which segments to source, then execute on ADESA.
Frequently asked questions
How does CarCast compare to ADESA CarValue?
ADESA CarValue uses 50+ million ADESA transaction data points and machine learning to predict the current week's wholesale sale price. CarCast forecasts where that price will be in 30–60 days using proprietary AI forecasting. CarValue tells you what to pay today; CarCast tells you if you should wait or buy now. They're complementary tools — CarValue for current valuation, CarCast for price direction.
Is CarCast a replacement for ADESA?
No. ADESA is a wholesale auction platform where you buy and sell vehicles. CarCast is a price forecasting tool that helps you make better buying decisions at ADESA (and anywhere else). Use ADESA to source inventory, and CarCast to know whether the segment you're bidding on will be worth more or less in 30 days.
Can CarCast help me bid smarter at ADESA Clear auctions?
Yes. ADESA Clear is a 24/7 timed digital auction. Before placing a bid, check CarCast's forecast for that vehicle segment. If the 30-day forecast shows prices declining, you know the current reserve price is likely above where the market will be in a month — bid accordingly or wait. If prices are rising, bid confidently knowing your margin is protected.
How much does ADESA cost vs CarCast?
ADESA charges transaction-based fees (buy fees typically $100–$350 per vehicle depending on sale price, plus seller fees for consignment). CarValue is free for ADESA customers. CarCast starts at $0 (Free plan with 5 segments) and $149/month for Pro (all 798 segments). CarCast's fixed monthly cost is independent of how many vehicles you buy.
What is ADESA CarValue and how accurate is it?
ADESA CarValue is a wholesale valuation tool built on 50+ million ADESA data points enriched with third-party sources. It predicts the current week's sale price and provides Wholesale Price, Retail Price, and Retail-Bid Spread. It's accurate for current valuations but does not forecast future prices. CarCast adds the forward-looking component using AI forecasting that predicts price direction 30–60 days out.
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