CARMEL, Ind. -

ADESA announced Monday that dealers have another way to utilize its LiveBlock tool — through the convenience of their smartphones.

The company has launched the LiveBlock mobile app, which is available free for iPhone users.

ADESA officials pointed out the move means registered dealers can now participate in live vehicles auctions at ADESA locations across the country

Registered auto dealers can now participate from virtually anywhere in live vehicle auctions at ADESA locations across the country from their mobile devices.  

“This app gives dealers easier access to vehicle inventory, even when they can’t make it to an auction or their office,” said Stéphane St-Hilaire, president and chief executive officer of ADESA. “We will continue to develop new technology applications, expand our services and explore new products that enhance the customer experience both online and at auction.”

The LiveBlock mobile app is similar to LiveBlock on ADESA.com, the company said. The tool simulcasts vehicles worldwide via real-time audio and video feeds.

Now, dealers can use their iPhones to search for inventory or browse run lists for upcoming sales. They can also see photos and condition reports, and have the ability to add vehicles to Watch Lists.

“The mobile app also streams live audio so users can hear the auctioneer and the bidding action,” the company said.

And the key is consistency: when dealers purchase and add vehicles to a Watch List through the mobile app, the actions are synced to the users account, and the information will be the same regardless of where the customer logs in.

The LiveBlock mobile app is free to download from ADESA.com/mobileapps or text ADESA to 89800.