Additional insight into FTC’s move involving disparate impact from Hudson Cook
The Federal Trade Commission recently announced it will not pursue claims based on disparate-impact or “unfair discrimination” theories. In this episode of the Auto Remarketing Podcast, Hudson Cook partners Erica Kramer and Rob Tilley offered some historical perspectives and a ... Listen Here
Deeper dive into rising LTVs with TransUnion’s Satyan Merchant
One of the notable findings from TransUnion’s Q2 2026 Credit Industry Insights Report (CIIR) was how much loan-to-value ratios have changed in the past five years. Satyan Merchant, one of this year’s Automotive Intelligence Award recipients and senior vice president ... Listen Here
PayNearMe chief product officer John Minor on intersection of payments & technology
PayNearMe recently shared new search, explaining that hidden costs sustained by auto lenders can show up as failed payments, borrower support calls, late payments, collections follow-up, reconciliation work and manual recovery effort. PayNearMe chief product officer John Minor elaborated about ... Listen Here
Quebec, British Columbia & Alberta headline Scotiabank’s Q4 Provincial Economic Outlook
Auto Remarketing Canada Staff
After wrapping up the Thanksgiving holiday, Scotiabank Economics released its Q4 Provincial Economic Outlook this week. Along with sharing four overall trends and a deeper look at each of the 10 provinces, analysts arrived at the conclusion that Quebec will ... [Read More]
24-acre expansion for Copart’s Montreal location
Auto Remarketing Canada staff
A 24-acre expansion to Copart’s Montreal site in Quebec will allow the location to grow its vehicle inventory and offer more choices to members, said Copart Canada managing director Steve Macaluso. “We are excited to grow our capacity in Canada ... [Read More]
Steady as she goes for Canadian used-vehicle prices
Auto Remarketing Canada Staff
The used-vehicle price trend for the Canadian market in September? They are maintaining their increased price levels set earlier in the year, according to the autoTRADER.ca Price Index. September showed a 10.6% year-over-year increase, but compared to August showed a 1.6% month-over-month increase. ... [Read More]
Power Spotlight: KBB Canada gives update after several months in new market
Sarah Rubenoff , Correspondent
Kelley Blue Book has been busy lately. There was its official launch in Canada in April, as well as the arrival of KBB’s MarketLens and Pricing Service Industry Solutions to the country in August, as well. As the company looks ... [Read More]
Power Spotlight: TRADER continues stream of TAdvantage upgrades, new integrations for Canadian dealers
Sarah Rubenoff, Correspondent
In February, TRADER Corp. revealed a new dealership website platform it advertised being built “by Canadians, for Canadians,” as part of its vision to be responsive to feedback from customers across the country. At the time of launch, David McMinn, ... [Read More]
A summer scorcher…for used-vehicle values
Auto Remarketing Canada Staff
It’s another value retention record. Canadian Black Book’s CBB Used Vehicle Retention Index market average for August set a new record for two- to six-year-old vehicles at 107.2. That is a gain of 3.7 points from last year at the ... [Read More]
Tools in hand, industry members show their humanity
Auto Remarketing Canada staff
Maria Soklis says automotive industry leaders believe in the importance of supporting their local communities. “Today, we had the opportunity to do just that — leading by example — to help build homes for Canadian families who need a little ... [Read More]
COMMENTARY: How do you create loyal service customers?
Drew Harden, CARFAX Canada
Loyal service customers are extremely profitable. Not only do these customers spend their time and money in the service bay, but 55% of used car buyers who service at a dealership will buy their next vehicle there. Although price and ... [Read More]
The franchised car dealer pulse in Canada: Part II
Sarah Rubenoff , Correspondent
Part II of this feature answers this question: Where do you focus your marketing? Here are two approaches to consider, plus more details on marketing trends, creating a brand and managing online reputation. Approach 1: Email marketing What is one ... [Read More]
The franchised car dealer pulse in Canada: Part I
Sarah Rubenoff , Correspondent
The auto retail world is changing at a rapid pace. It’s hard to keep up. Connectivity and mobility trends. Subscription services. Digital retailing and more. The list goes on. That’s why Auto Remarketing Canada talked to a few experts across ... [Read More]
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