This Month's Focus
Artificial Intelligence
EY study shows Canadians still cautious about AI but using it more for everyday activities
Monday, May. 11, 2026, 03:00 PM
Carfluent’s new AI tool helps dealerships beat aggregators in searches
Monday, May. 11, 2026, 09:51 AM
ChatGPT app represents the latest step in CarMax’s ongoing AI evolution
Monday, May. 11, 2026, 09:45 AM
Tiger Okeley describes what it’s like for BHPH dealers during another turbulent year
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
Tuesday, May. 12, 2026, 01:47 PM
SPONSORED EPISODE: Know your Buyer & Grow your Lot
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
Tuesday, May. 12, 2026, 09:20 AM
FICO’s Shams Blanc on lenders sharpening underwriting & more
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
Wednesday, Apr. 29, 2026, 03:54 PM
PODCAST: Four experts approach ‘next frontier in eContracting’
Tuesday, Jun. 18, 2024, 05:10 PM
Auto Fin Journal Staff
During this year’s Auto Intel Summit + National Remarketing Conference presented by SmartAuction in Cary, N.C., RouteOne chief revenue officer Jeff Belanger moderated a panel discussion titled, “The Next Frontier in eContracting.” The session included: —Sam Miller, group manager of ... [Read More]
6 features of RiskGauge Desktop from S&P Global Market Intelligence
Monday, Jun. 17, 2024, 11:06 AM
Auto Fin Journal Staff
S&P Global Market Intelligence rolled out its newest tool to gauge risk. On Monday, the provider of information services and solutions to global markets announced the launch of RiskGauge Desktop, a scalable solution designed to streamline the credit risk assessment ... [Read More]
S&P Global Market Intelligence projects generative AI software market to hit $52.2B by 2028
Wednesday, Jun. 12, 2024, 11:30 AM
Auto Fin Journal Staff
S&P Global Market Intelligence recently indicated that as generative artificial intelligence technology pivots from research to the monetization and product launch stages, the software part of the generative AI market should see significant expansion. Experts predicted the market should reach ... [Read More]
PODCAST: EY experts on industry choice — innovate or else
Wednesday, Jun. 12, 2024, 11:27 AM
Auto Fin Journal Staff
A quartet of industry experts from EY were straightforward with attendees at this year’s Auto Intel Summit + National Remarketing Conference presented by SmartAuction in Cary, N.C. Innovate or else. During this episode of the Auto Remarketing Podcast, listen to ... [Read More]
PODCAST: How technology is making data more understandable & usable
Monday, Jun. 10, 2024, 11:54 AM
Auto Fin Journal Staff
During this panel discussion at this year’s Auto Intel Summit + National Remarketing Conference presented by SmartAuction in Cary, N.C., a quartet of experts explained how evolving technology is making massive amounts of data more understandable and usable for auto ... [Read More]
Origence organizes fundraiser supporting Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals
Monday, Jun. 10, 2024, 11:52 AM
Auto Fin Journal Staff
As part of its 30-year anniversary of serving credit unions, Origence is orchestrating a special “30 Years of Impact” campaign fundraiser for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals nationwide. Origence is inviting credit unions to participate by contributing a minimum of $300 ... [Read More]
Lendbuzz gains $100M warehouse facility through MUFG
Tuesday, Jun. 4, 2024, 12:41 PM
Auto Fin Journal Staff
Lendbuzz announced on Tuesday that it has closed a $100 million credit facility with MUFG. The fintech company that tries to help consumers obtain better access to credit when purchasing a vehicle said additional warehouse capacity will fuel its continued ... [Read More]
FlexPath DXP joins OIADA as vendor partner
Tuesday, Jun. 4, 2024, 12:40 PM
Auto Fin Journal Staff
In March, FlexPath DXP launched patent-pending technology to help users prequalify for real credit options by providing as little information as a phone number. On Tuesday, the provider of financial and digital marketing solutions announced relationship with the Ohio Independent ... [Read More]
Bain: Private equity slowdown ‘finally bottoming out’
Monday, Jun. 3, 2024, 10:45 AM
Auto Fin Journal Staff
The newest analysis from Bain & Company about the private equity world contained another positive theme. In March, Bain said it was already seeing “green shoots” in the private-equity world. On Monday, analysts said the two-year long slump in global ... [Read More]
Solutions by Text lands $110M growth round led by Edison Partners & StepStone Group
Wednesday, May. 29, 2024, 12:00 PM
Auto Fin Journal Staff
Investors are bullish about text messaging. Solutions by Text (SBT), a platform for compliance-first messaging and payments, on Wednesday announced the raising of $110 million in new growth financing. According to a news release, growth equity investment firm Edison Partners ... [Read More]
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