Putting Q1 auto-finance data into historical perspective with Experian’s Melinda Zabritski Melinda Zabritski, Experian’s head of automotive financial insights and one of the analysts among this year’s Automotive Intelligence Award recipients, returned for another appearance on the Auto Remarketing Podcast. Zabritski described what elements were in place to help banks gain ... Listen Here
SPONSORED PODCAST: New approaches to present traditional F&I products James Virgoe, who is senior vice president and managing partner of GWC Warranty at APCO Holdings, acknowledged car buyers nowadays are more skeptical and informed than ever before arriving at the dealership. So, how should F&I managers rethink their approach ... Listen Here
From Lockdown Live Stream to Media Group: The ASOTU Story It all started with a livestream during COVID lockdowns. It’s now a major auto industry media and events company, with daily podcasts, community activation, events and more. Ahead of their annual ASOTU Con last month, Automotive State of the Union ... Listen Here

Retail

Dealer news: AutoNation’s Drive Pink accelerates; Jim Ellis renews with CDK

AutoNation has again hit the gas pedal on its Drive Pink campaign, launching a pair of new initiatives to support pediatric cancer hospitals and organizations. The auto retailer said it has partnered with Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and the National ... [Read More]

Dealer news: Asbury sells Larry H. Miller store; longtime independent acquires 1st franchise; new Bentley location in Calif.

One of the former Larry H. Miller dealerships has changed hands again. Asbury Automotive Group has sold Larry H. Miller Toyota Corona in Corona, Calif., and its related real estate and business operations to Mike Hong and Jerry Heuer, according ... [Read More]

Wholesale

Auction sales ‘muted’ after landmark April, but still improve from 2024

After the strongest month in nearly five years, wholesale auction sales were “substantially more muted” in May, but still up more than 3% from a year ago. And though down double-digits from pre-COVID level, year-to-date sales are performing favorably compared ... [Read More]

Manheim studies the use of AI to put real-time price tags on vehicle damage for sellers

To a casual observer, Manheim Detroit seems a bit chaotic. People scurrying between moving cars. People peering into and under the hoods of cars. Cars lined up as far as the eye can see. Manheim Detroit is part of the Manheim auction chain and what looks like chaos to the untrained eye in reality is one part of a vehicle-selling powerhouse ... [Read More]

Resource Hub

Best Practices, Ideas, and Tools for Business

Go In-House With Your Photos

Your Photo Vendor Didn’t Show Up Again? Let’s Fix That. Stop relying on vendors and start owning your inventory. This...
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The Auto Dealer’s Complete Checklist for Evaluating AI

The Auto Dealer’s Complete Checklist for Evaluating AI highlights key questions dealership leaders should ask technology partners during the selection...
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Dealer Guide: Selecting the Right Auto Logistics Partner

In retail automotive, your transport provider isn’t just moving cars — they’re moving your business forward. Every delayed delivery, damaged...
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Case Management Made Easy: Harnessing the Power of Technology

Lenders are grappling with record-high automotive loan delinquencies, all while navigating budget constraints, staffing shortages and more. To overcome these...
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Technology

TradePending integrates Authenticom’s automation to boost customer retention

Dealership sales and service enablement software platform TradePending announced a strategic partnership with automotive data management platform Authenticom to integrate Authenticom’s data syndication with TradePending’s Value Watch product. The collaboration is designed to automate the enrollment of sold and serviced ... [Read More]
Launcher

TSD Mobility adds Canopy Connect insurance verification to its platforms

TSD Mobility Solutions has teamed with insurance verification technology provider Canopy Connect in a partnership designed to create an efficient and reliable way to verify renters’ provided car insurance information. TSD Mobility, a provider of fleet management software for rental ... [Read More]

Analysis

Supply of used Rivian EVs set to grow and potentially lose pricing power

Rivian has created a fertile environment for robust demand for the two new models it will launch in the next few years, Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe said at recent investment bank conferences. That means consumers looking to buy a used Rivian EV at a lower price than the current market offers will have more selection to choose from, but that used supply isn’t likely to appear until 2028 and beyond. Meanwhile, pre-owned Rivians already out there are ... [Read More]

COMMENTARY: Certified pre-owned is having a moment, but will dealers seize it?

In a market still shaking off pandemic distortions and absorbing the economic uncertainty of new tariffs, certified pre-owned vehicles are again quietly emerging as an important strategic play for both automakers and their dealers. In light of current conditions — ... [Read More]

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