If you are a car dealer or a commercial vehicle trader looking to expand your inventory with reliable stock, finding direct sources is key. One potentially lucrative but often overlooked source is the fleet disposal arm of major corporations. Today, we’re spotlighting Telekom MobilitySolutions, the fleet management subsidiary of Deutsche Telekom, and their dedicated B2B auction platform.
What is Telekom MobilitySolutions?
Telekom MobilitySolutions is responsible for managing one of the largest corporate fleets in Germany. With thousands of service technicians and corporate staff constantly on the move, they maintain a massive rotation of vehicles. Eventually, these vehicles are decommissioned and sold—often directly to dealers through their proprietary online auction platform, Telekom MobilitySolutions Auction (TMS).
What Kind of Inventory Can You Expect?
The inventory on TMS reflects the operational needs of a major telecommunications provider. This usually means a healthy mix of practical passenger cars and light commercial utility vehicles.
Based on recent listings, you can expect to find:
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Commercial Vans: High volumes of Renault Kangoo, Renault Trafic, and VW Caddy (often including specialized variants like CNG models).
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Passenger Estates: Popular fleet staples like the Ford Focus Turnier, Opel Astra Sports Tourer, and VW Golf Variant.
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SUVs: Models like the Ford Kuga often appear in the mix.
Pro Tip: Corporate fleet vehicles are generally prized by traders because they typically adhere to strict maintenance schedules. While mileage can be high on service vehicles, the service history is usually transparent and complete.
Who Can Participate?
This is a strict B2B (Business-to-Business) platform. The auction is designed exclusively for commercial buyers and car dealers. Private individuals cannot register or bid on these vehicles.
To gain access, you must complete a registration process that verifies your commercial status. The good news is that registration is free and non-binding, allowing you to browse the catalog before committing to a bid.
How the Auction Works
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Registration: You sign up on their portal (https://www.telekom-mobilitysolutions-auktion.de/). Note that the site is primarily in German (“Gebrauchtwagen gewerblich kaufen”), so having a translation tool handy or basic German knowledge is beneficial.
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Bidding: Once approved, you can view detailed listings with photos, mileage (often exact to the kilometer), and condition reports.
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Technology: The platform is optimized for modern browsers like Chrome and Firefox to ensure real-time bidding stability.
Why Add TMS to Your Sourcing List?
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Direct Source: You are buying directly from the fleet owner, eliminating middleman markups.
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Volume: For dealers looking to fill a lot with similar models (e.g., matching work vans), this is an excellent resource.
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Trust: Buying from a major entity like Deutsche Telekom generally offers a higher level of security regarding title and paperwork compared to smaller, independent auctions.
Final Verdict
For European dealers or exporters focusing on the German market, the Telekom MobilitySolutions auction is a bookmark-worthy site. It offers a consistent stream of “bread and butter” inventory—the kind of reliable workhorses that sell quickly on the retail market.
