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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

OpenRoad’s new road leads to Ontario with acquisition of NewRoads dealerships

Thursday, Nov. 6, 2025, 10:53 AM
Auto Remarketing Canada Staff
OpenRoad Auto has turned on to a new road — one that leads to Ontario. The Richmond, B.C.-based dealership group announced it has acquired a majority share in NewRoads Automotive Group in what OpenRoad called a “strategic merger,” significantly expanding ... [Read More]

AutoTrader report: Canadian used-car market steadies, but uncertainty ahead

Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2025, 10:56 AM
Auto Remarketing Canada Staff
Three quarters through a year of uncertainty, the Canadian used-vehicle market has finally reached … well, OK, there’s still uncertainty. But according to the latest analysis from AutoTrader, the market is steadier than it’s been since the beginning of 2025. ... [Read More]

Sale rates remain low at Canadian wholesale auctions

Thursday, Oct. 30, 2025, 09:35 AM
Auto Remarketing Canada Staff
A week after Canadian auctions posted their lowest conversion rate of the year, sales improved — but not by much. Canadian Black Book’s weekly Market Insights report for the week ending Oct. 25 showed an average monitored auction sale rate ... [Read More]

As Antony moves out, CFO Cochrane moves in as AutoCanada’s interim CEO

Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2025, 12:51 PM
Auto Remarketing Canada Staff
Having taken his final bow two months ago, Paul Antony has bowed out. The now-former AutoCanada executive chairman has stepped down from that role as chief financial officer Sam Cochrane takes the reins as interim CEO. Cochrane joined AutoCanada as ... [Read More]

Proposed law targets auto theft with stricter bail, tougher sentencing rules

Top 10 locations for vehicle theft
Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2025, 10:40 AM
Auto Remarketing Canada Staff
With auto theft representing an ongoing concern throughout Canada, the federal government aims to do something about it. Its latest step in that direction is the Bail and Sentencing Reform Act, legislation introduced in Parliament that would strengthen bail and ... [Read More]

In Canadian wholesale car market, prices are steady while sales rates vary wildly

Thursday, Oct. 23, 2025, 10:38 AM
Auto Remarketing Canada Staff
Wholesale vehicle prices in Canada continued to decline last week, though at a slightly less steep rate than the week before, with most segments showing less than a $100 change. Sales rates, however, showed much more volatility. That’s according to ... [Read More]

Northern Roads acquires Canada’s oldest Toyota dealership

Thursday, Oct. 16, 2025, 10:26 AM
Auto Remarketing Canada Staff
Northern Roads Auto Group is now the proud owner of Canada’s oldest Toyota dealership. The Niagara Falls-based dealership group has acquired Bill’s Toyota in Fort Erie, Ontario, from the Pasincky family, which founded the business in 60 years ago, according ... [Read More]

Go Auto’s cybersecurity plan: awareness, training, continuity

Thursday, Oct. 16, 2025, 09:20 AM
Andrew Friedlander, Associate Editor
For big companies in big cities, cybersecurity is a big concern. Just ask Jaguar Land Rover, whose factories are still shut down following an incident last month, or Google and Salesforce, victims of a recent data breach. And, of course, ... [Read More]

Creating value and trust through CPO programs

Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2025, 10:18 AM
Andrew Friedlander, Associate Editor
Ken Tape understands the value of a certified pre-owned program to a dealership. The general manager of Windsor Chrysler in Windsor, Ontario, knows CPO can draw customers and reassure them about the value of a used vehicle, as well as ... [Read More]

Toyota dominates CBB retention awards as Tacoma extends record win streak

Thursday, Oct. 9, 2025, 11:11 AM
Auto Remarketing Canada Staff
Much is uncertain in today’s world, especially in the automotive markets. But when it comes to vehicles that hold their value the best, you can bank on the Toyota Tacoma. When Canadian Black Book announced its 2025 Best Retained Value ... [Read More]

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