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Titles & Compliance
Odometer Disclosure Statement: When It's Required, the 20-Year Rule, and How to Fill It Out
What an odometer disclosure statement is, which vehicles need one after the 2021 rule change, federal vs state forms, electronic titles, penalties, and a line-by-line walkthrough.
6 min read · Updated 2026-07-16Titles & ComplianceWhat Is a Deal Jacket? Every Document Your Dealership Must Keep (Checklist)
A deal jacket is the file of every document behind one vehicle sale. Here's the full checklist by deal type, how long to keep it, and what auditors look for.
6 min read · Updated 2026-07-16Stop guessing what each car made you
Loturn tracks every cost against every VIN and shows live profit on every car — with real dealer accounting built in. One flat price.
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