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Artificial Intelligence
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EY study shows Canadians still cautious about AI but using it more for everyday activities
Monday, May. 11, 2026, 03:00 PM
This artificial intelligence is pretty smart, eh? That sentiment might be held by at least some Canadians who are already embedding AI into everyday decisions, often in ways that extend beyond simple assistance into early autonomy, even while concerns about ... Read More
Carfluent’s new AI tool helps dealerships beat aggregators in searches
Monday, May. 11, 2026, 09:51 AM
A growing percentage of consumers now use artificial intelligence as what marketplace Cars.com describes as a “trusted co-pilot” in their search for a vehicle to purchase. Meanwhile, other studies suggest that dealership websites are not visible to many of those ... Read More
ChatGPT app represents the latest step in CarMax’s ongoing AI evolution
Monday, May. 11, 2026, 09:45 AM
Yes, it’s AI — everyone’s favorite buzzword. But when it comes down to it, artificial intelligence is only part of what CarMax’s new ChatGPT app is all about. The company billed as the nation’s largest used-car retailer touted the app, ... Read More
Tiger Okeley describes what it’s like for BHPH dealers during another turbulent year
Tuesday, May. 12, 2026, 01:47 PM
Tiger Okeley is the executive board member of Oak Motors, a buy-here, pay-here dealership that’s been in business for more than 40 years in central Indiana. Having seen boom times, recessions, and more, Okeley shared his insight to help owners ... Listen Here
SPONSORED EPISODE: Know your Buyer & Grow your Lot
Tuesday, May. 12, 2026, 09:20 AM
In this insightful episode of the Auto Remarketing Podcast, Auto Trader and KBB executives Elizabeth Stegall and David Lumpkin share findings gleaned from Cox Automotive’s unique research into shoppers who buy from Independent Dealers. Learn how shifting buyer expectations connect ... Listen Here
FICO’s Shams Blanc on lenders sharpening underwriting & more
Wednesday, Apr. 29, 2026, 03:54 PM
Fresh off being in Miami as part of the Used Car Industry Summit that Cherokee Media Group hosted this spring, Shams Blanc, who is vice president of auto scores at FICO, appeared again on the Auto Remarketing Podcast. Blanc discussed ... Listen Here

PODCAST: EBlock CEO Jason McClenahan returns to show

Thursday, Mar. 2, 2023, 03:54 PM
Auto Remarketing Canada Staff
EBlock CEO Jason McClenahan joined the show from NADA Show 2023 in Dallas in late January for a discussion about how the digital wholesale platform connects land and technology, how EBlock is investing in both, plus wholesale market trends and ... [Read More]

AutoCanada buys paintless dent repair provider

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Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2023, 03:27 PM
Auto Remarketing Canada Staff
AutoCanada announced an acquisition Tuesday that can help strengthen the retailer’s service and repair operations. The company has purchased DCCHail, which is a Canadian paintless dent repair company that specializes in insurance claim management and fixing vehicles damaged by hail. ... [Read More]

Vehicle aftermarket tech startup WeeL raises $750K in funding

Thursday, Feb. 23, 2023, 04:16 PM
Auto Remarketing Editor Joe Overby
Toronto-based WeeL, a tech startup in the automotive aftermarket space, announced a $750,000 (CAD) round of funding on Wednesday, marking its first external fundraising. WeeL began with at-home vehicle maintenance in the Greater Toronto Area and is now raising capital ... [Read More]

Canadian used-car retail sales market fares better than new

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Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2023, 03:38 PM
Sarah Rubenoff, Correspondent
The retail auto industry in Canada has experienced significant turmoil since early 2020 when COVID hit, both in the new and used markets. Pile on economic shutdowns, production challenges, short new and used inventory, price hikes, and more, and you ... [Read More]

CBB launches Retail Listings Visualization dashboard

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Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2023, 03:25 PM
Auto Remarketing Staff
On Monday, Canadian Black Book introduced a Retail Listings Visualization dashboard for the Canadian auto industry that gives its clients into such statistics as vehicle portfolios, brand penetration, in-market and out-of-market sales, and certified pre-owned optimization. Additionally, the dashboard allows ... [Read More]

Amid ongoing supply constraint, buyers & sellers in Canadian wholesale market ‘trying to figure things out’

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Thursday, Feb. 9, 2023, 04:21 PM
Sarah Rubenoff, Correspondent
Although digital remarketing was on the rise before COVID, many in the industry still preferred the in-lane process and physical auction sales.  Then the pandemic hit. And the economic shutdown was soon to follow. With the closing of auctions’ physical ... [Read More]

HeyAuto, Privacy4Cars partner to help dealers remain compliant, amid growing consumer protection laws

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Thursday, Feb. 9, 2023, 03:47 PM
Sarah Rubenoff, Correspondent
Cars are becoming more connected. And with that comes challenges around how this new technology works. Plus, the need for effective and auditable solutions to meet growing regulatory requirements around connectivity technnology to protect consumers has never been higher. That’s why ... [Read More]

Most pressing trends in Canadian auto finance market for 2023

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Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2023, 03:18 PM
Sarah Rubenoff, Correspondent
In the auto finance world, things are surely changing rapidly. Prices for new- and used-car inventory were finally coming down a bit in late 2022, perhaps bringing more buyers into buy or “just look” during the holiday season.  Axis Auto ... [Read More]

Dealer groups: AutoCanada amends credit facility; Lithia adds to Canadian footprint

Florida & Texas choose new dealer association leaders
Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2023, 03:07 PM
Auto Remarketing Canada Staff
This dealer group roundup includes news from two retailers with footprints in both the U.S. and Canada. Starting with Edmonton-based AutoCanada, the company said Monday it has amended its credit facility, which has also been extended to April 15, 2026. ... [Read More]

Go Auto buys 1st US stores, acquiring Mercedes & Toyota dealerships in Washington state

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Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2023, 09:17 PM
Auto Remarketing Canada Staff
Another Canadian dealer group is making moves in the United States. Canada’s Go Auto, a family-owned dealer group based in Edmonton, has made its first U.S. acquisition, announcing Wednesday it has purchased Washington state’s Mercedes-Benz of Bellingham and Toyota of Bellingham. ... [Read More]

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