EL DORADO HILLS, Calif. — John Lewis' repossession career began as a field representative with Chrysler Credit back in 1982, and he has since been involved nearly all aspects of the recovery industry in California and beyond. Looking at how the industry behaves now is why this veteran is seeking to clarify what makes agencies reputable […] [Read More]

SHAKER HEIGHTS, Ohio — A violent crime reportedly committed in northeast Ohio is proving again how dangerous the repossession business can be. The U.S. Marshal's Office and two local police departments have a reward available in connection with the search for a woman who, among her long list of charges, allegedly conspired with two other men to […] [Read More]

ATLANTA — With Ford announcing its plans last week to close up Mercury in the fourth quarter, AutoTrader.com set out to find which brands are likely to grab the most would-be Mercury new-vehicle buyers. Based on the site's cross-shopping data, it appears that the automaker best-positioned to gain the highest proportion of shoppers who were interested […] [Read More]

MIAMI — In light of Ford's recent decision to cease production of Mercury, executives from LeaseTrader.com went back through its archives to find vehicles from the brand that generated the most activity at its site. It turns out by a relatively slim margin, the Mercury Mariner topped this list. Site officials found the Mariner constituted 19.8 […] [Read More]

BLOOMFIELD HILLS, Mich. — QEK Global Solutions, a proprietary asset management software provider to several automakers, announced the return of an executive who previously spent more than 10 years at the company. Taking on the role as the vice president of strategic sales is Craig Cheatle, who worked at QEK from 1992 through 2004. All told, QEK […] [Read More]

CARY, N.C. — Sparking plenty of attention this past week at AutoRemarketing.com was a story that shared details from a Microsoft survey regarding young buyers' impressions of dealers. Also stirring industry attention was the first word of Ford's decision regarding the future of Mercury. The top five stories from AutoRemarketing.com this week are: 1. Microsoft: Millennials […] [Read More]

ARLINGTON, Va. — When it comes to building roofs that protect occupants in the event of a rollover, some automakers have excelled, but there is still some room for improvement, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, which recently conducted its first roof strength tests on a dozen midsize SUVs. Of the models that IIHS […] [Read More]

CARY, N.C. — Topping reader interest at AutoRemarketing.com was a story about yet another recall issued by Toyota, this time involving certain Lexus LS models. Also drawing plenty of attention was the news coming out of Europe centered on the latest planned acquisition by Volkswagen. The top five stories from AutoRemarketing.com this week are: 1. Toyota […] [Read More]

IRVINE, Calif. — Autobytel's board of directors has instituted a Tax Benefit Preservation Plan that officials said would help the company maintain its use of net operating losses, which can be beneficial when it comes to federal taxes. Specifically, Autobytel claims this plan aims "to reduce the likelihood that Autobytel's use of its net operating losses, loss […] [Read More]

MANASSAS, Va. — In light of the Internet becoming a major game-changer for how vehicles are bought and sold, state lawmakers are being asked by the Automotive Recyclers Association to take a closer look at what the association considers to be "outdated vehicle regulations" and close the "loopholes" that ARA argues can have potentially dangerous results. […] [Read More]