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Impel, Phyron launch AI systems to drive customer engagement through dealership video
Thursday, May. 21, 2026, 02:34 PM
When it comes to capturing customer engagement, video is king. But the busy world of a car dealership isn’t necessarily the best environment for consistently creating effective video content. “Video sells. We’ve known that for years,” said Paul Hepp, director ... Read More
Alfa Recon leverages AI to strengthen data migration
Monday, May. 18, 2026, 11:11 AM
Alfa, provider of Alfa Systems, strengthened its data migration toolbox last week with the launch of Alfa Recon, a new artificial intelligence-enabled reconciliation module. Designed to help customers migrate legacy data and acquired portfolios to Alfa Systems more quickly, more ... Read More
Dealer group C-suite executives examine role of AI at auto retailers
Monday, May. 18, 2026, 10:23 AM
Artificial intelligence in auto retail, says Zeigler Auto Group chief operating officer Sam D’Arc, is in a similar place as digital retail was 4-5 years ago. There’s a lot of excitement, but perhaps not a complete understanding of how AI ... Read More
SPONSORED EPISODE: The Math on Fast-Turn & What the Top 10% of Independent Dealers Are Doing Differently
Thursday, May. 21, 2026, 03:44 PM
Most independent dealers are working harder than ever — and still watching inventory sit. The difference between the stores that are winning right now and the ones that are grinding isn’t budget, market size, or luck. It’s discipline. The top-performing ... Listen Here
Assuring potential buyers about used EV battery health with David Giacobbe of Voltest
Wednesday, May. 20, 2026, 04:01 PM
We continue our episodes of the Auto Remarketing Podcast originating from the Live Stage, which was sponsored by SYCN Auto Logistics, during the Used Car Industry Summit in Miami this spring. One of the key questions buyers ask dealers about ... Listen Here
Why vehicle recalls are becoming more complex and frequent
Wednesday, May. 20, 2026, 03:52 PM
We continue our episodes of the Auto Remarketing Podcast originating from the Live Stage, which was sponsored by SYCN Auto Logistics, during the Used Car Industry Summit in Miami this spring. This conversation features Cherokee Media Group’s Andrew Friedlander and ... Listen Here

PODCAST: Deeper look into Point Predictive’s annual auto finance survey

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Friday, Mar. 31, 2023, 11:03 AM
Auto Fin Journal Staff
Point Predictive chief fraud strategist Frank McKenna returned for his regular visit on the Auto Remarketing Podcast. This time, McKenna took a deep dive into the results from Point Predictive’s annual auto finance survey, sharing how companies are contending with ... [Read More]

J.D. Power: Brand loyalty vital for leasing success in tight market

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Friday, Mar. 31, 2023, 11:02 AM
Auto Fin Journal Staff
J.D. Power said finance companies need to focus on bringing their lease customers back to the brand in light of the current market. J.D. Power said lease options for customers are limited as auto leasing volume continues to fall. In ... [Read More]

STAR approves uniform risk assessment standards to prep for Safeguards Rule implementation

Wednesday, Mar. 29, 2023, 11:59 AM
Auto Fin Journal Staff
On Wednesday, the Standards for Technology in Automotive Retail (STAR), a leading automotive IT standards organization, announced the approval of uniform risk assessment standards for retail automotive. According to a news release, these standards can assist automotive dealers and vendors ... [Read More]

Inovatec elevates founding team member to be chief information officer

Wednesday, Mar. 29, 2023, 11:55 AM
Auto Fin Journal Staff
A founding team member of Inovatec Systems now is the company’s chief information officer. The provider of cloud-based software solutions for finance companies announced this week that it has promoted Mario Rea to be CIO and be responsible for the ... [Read More]

TransUnion: Fraud attempts in US rise 122% amidst growing digital transactions

Monday, Mar. 27, 2023, 11:10 AM
Auto Fin Journal Staff
Despite a return to something more closely resembling pre-pandemic levels in 2022, the TransUnion 2023 State of Omnichannel Fraud Report found that digital fraud continues to rise. According to proprietary insights from TransUnion’s global intelligence network and a specially commissioned ... [Read More]

PODCAST: Catching up with GM Financial’s Kyle Birch

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Friday, Mar. 24, 2023, 10:23 AM
Auto Fin Journal Staff
They just missed each other at NADA Show 2023, but GM Financial’s Kyle Birch and Cherokee Media Group’s Nick Zulovich still reconnected for their annual reunion for the Auto Remarketing Podcast. Birch shared his views about the ongoing impact of ... [Read More]

Bain: Most automation transformations falter despite potential 30% cost savings

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Monday, Mar. 20, 2023, 03:40 PM
Auto Fin Journal Staff
New research by Bain & Company indicated companies across industries are underutilizing automation capabilities and underestimating the challenge of transitioning workers to jobs of the future. Survey findings included within a recent Bain report also showed that workforce augmentation across ... [Read More]

Point Predictive chooses Hendren as chief revenue officer

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Monday, Mar. 20, 2023, 03:38 PM
Auto Fin Journal Staff
On Monday, Point Predictive announced Jeff Hendren as its chief revenue officer. The San Diego-based company that provides artificial intelligence solutions for lenders, banks and fintech companies said Hendren will be responsible for generating revenue growth, overseeing the sales and ... [Read More]

Former Fiserv exec joins Equifax

Wednesday, Mar. 15, 2023, 02:43 PM
Auto Fin Journal Staff
Equifax selected a former Fiserv executive to serve in a critical role for the credit bureau. On Tuesday, Equifax named Todd Horvath as president of U.S. Information Solutions (USIS) in a move that’s effective on March 31. In this role, ... [Read More]

DriveItAway partners with Perks at Work to offer path to EVs for Fortune 1000 companies

Wednesday, Mar. 15, 2023, 02:43 PM
Auto Fin Journal Staff
DriveItAway Holdings is continuing to strive toward making electric vehicles available to just about anyone. On Wednesday, the company with unique subscription to purchase technology announced a partnership with the leading workplace perks provider, Next Jump, and its Perks at ... [Read More]

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