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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

CULA grows leasing base again with Dort Financial CU

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Wednesday, Apr. 26, 2023, 11:55 AM
Auto Fin Journal Staff
Credit Union Leasing of America (CULA) said this week that it has been selected by Dort Financial Credit Union to launch its indirect vehicle leasing program, further extending CULA’s reach into Michigan, which is historically one of the highest vehicle-leasing ... [Read More]

Auto Link adds 7 more credit unions leveraging search & marketing solution

Wednesday, Apr. 26, 2023, 11:53 AM
Auto Fin Journal Staff
Auto Link, a leading fintech and marketing company serving more than 175 financial institutions, announced some performance results for the first quarter. Among the highlights, Auto Link said it signed seven credit unions to its auto search and marketing solution. ... [Read More]

STAR releases sales process standards API & updated STAR6 XML

Tuesday, Apr. 25, 2023, 04:14 PM
Auto Fin Journal Staff
On Tuesday, the Standards for Technology in Automotive Retail (STAR) announced the publication of what the organization believes is the first sales process standards API and multiple updates to the STAR6 XML standards for retail automotive. STAR said these standards ... [Read More]

TransUnion, Spring Labs and Quadrata partner to deliver credit scoring to blockchain

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Monday, Apr. 24, 2023, 11:05 AM
Auto Fin Journal Staff
Last Wednesday, the Auto Intel Summit featured a panel discussion about how blockchain could help the automotive industry. A day later, just such a development surfaced involving the financing component. In a move that experts said should help finance companies ... [Read More]

Former PwC Canada exec joins Inovatec as head of solution delivery

Monday, Apr. 24, 2023, 11:03 AM
Auto Fin Journal Staff
Inovatec Systems reinforced its leadership team last week for the second time in less than a month. The provider cloud-based software solutions for finance companies announced that it has appointed Veljko Velickovic as Inovatec’s new head of solution delivery. In ... [Read More]

Fed policymaker cautious about fintechs involved in ‘shadow banks’

Monday, Apr. 17, 2023, 11:45 AM
Auto Fin Journal Staff
A member of the Federal Reserve Board of Governors took a cautious approach on two fronts during a public appearance last week. Michelle Bowman was guarded about the possibility of few banks in the marketplace. Bowman also was apprehensive about ... [Read More]

New report reveals fintechs with more than 100 clients

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Wednesday, Apr. 12, 2023, 12:03 PM
Auto Fin Journal Staff
Bank Director recently released a new report to provide U.S. financial institutions a roadmap on working with technology companies. Using Bank Director’s online platform, FinXTech Connect, the report highlights the names of fintechs who report at least 100 U.S. financial ... [Read More]

Former ACV, EBlock manager moves to business development role with payment provider

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Wednesday, Apr. 12, 2023, 12:01 PM
Auto Fin Journal Staff
A former manager for ACV and EBlock has switched from the wholesale world to the financial side of the industry. This week, Allied Payment Network a provider of online and mobile money movement solutions to banks and credit unions, announced ... [Read More]

NAPA gives 360 Payments 2 awards

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Wednesday, Apr. 12, 2023, 12:00 PM
Auto Fin Journal Staff
A news release from 360 Payments, a leading payment technology company in the automotive industry, highlighted that NAPA recognized the company with its Strategic Contributor Award and co-founder Jesse Meddaugh with its MVP Award. The honors were given during last ... [Read More]

Cherokee Media Group reveals 2023 Emerging 8 honorees

Monday, Apr. 10, 2023, 11:58 AM
Auto Fin Journal Staff
Cherokee Media Group on Monday announced this year’s honorees for the Emerging 8 award program. Established in 2018, this award program honors companies that improve a specific aspect of the automotive industry through technology. The newest honorees include: —Carmigo —Dealer ... [Read More]

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