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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

FlipCar to deliver enhanced trade-in experience for credit union members

car
Monday, Apr. 11, 2022, 03:34 PM
Auto Fin Journal Staff
Two service providers are working together to help credit union members find the used model they want or get more for the vehicle they want to sell. Member Auto Center, a credit union-owned vehicle shopping program, recently partnered with E-Dealer ... [Read More]

Despite slight dip in new-car prices, leasing costs projected to keep rising

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Monday, Apr. 11, 2022, 03:32 PM
Auto Fin Journal Staff
Freedonia Focus Reports and Kelley Blue Book shared more data and projections about vehicle leasing and new-model prices. Freedonia Focus Reports said that U.S. consumer spending on vehicle leases is forecast to rise 1.3% per year in nominal dollars through ... [Read More]

TransUnion reinforces decisioning solutions through partner program expansion

TransUnion partners for web
Wednesday, Apr. 6, 2022, 03:48 PM
Auto Fin Journal Staff
As the global economy shifts and consumer credit markets evolve, TransUnion acknowledged that credit decisioning requirements have become even more complex and customized. To address the rapidly evolving needs and priorities of financial institutions, TransUnion announced on Wednesday an expansion ... [Read More]

Wolters Kluwer & Lightico collaborate for cloud-based auditing, contracts, security & more

problems and solutions
Wednesday, Apr. 6, 2022, 03:46 PM
Auto Fin Journal Staff
Less than a month after landing a partnership with banking technology solutions provider Nymbus, Lightico announced on Wednesday it’s now collaborating with Wolters Kluwer Compliance Solutions, too. Lightico said it plans to leverage the capabilities of Wolters Kluwer’s eOriginal product ... [Read More]

Refinancing company modifies branding to iLending

ilending logo
Wednesday, Apr. 6, 2022, 03:44 PM
Auto Fin Journal Staff
In August and September, iLendingDIRECT gained a new chief executive officer, raised $35 million to fuel its refinancing efforts and bolstered its workforce and infrastructure in South Carolina. On Monday, the company launched a brand refresh and new logo designed ... [Read More]

PODCAST: Patrick Roosenberg of J.D. Power on changing lease market

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Wednesday, Apr. 6, 2022, 03:41 PM
Auto Fin Journal Staff
Soon after J.D. Power released its 2022 U.S. End of Lease Satisfaction Study, we connected with Patrick Roosenberg, who is the company’s director and practice lead of automotive finance intelligence. Along with discussing the study, Roosenberg also touched on some ... [Read More]

Inovatec to leverage Point Predictive data to curb fraud, reinforce efficiencies

fraud analytics
Monday, Apr. 4, 2022, 02:44 PM
Auto Fin Journal Staff
The exhibit booths of Inovatec Systems and Point Predictive were nearly adjacent during the Vehicle Finance Conference hosted by the American Financial Services Association last month. Now the tech firms now officially are joining forces. Last week, Inovatec Systems and Point ... [Read More]

Constant & Sollensys partner to boost back-office data security

blockchain
Monday, Apr. 4, 2022, 02:42 PM
Auto Fin Journal Staff
Sollensys Corp., a cyber security company specializing in ransomware recovery built on blockchain technology, and Constant, a provider of digitized, self-service technologies for banks and credit unions, now are working together. The companies announced last week that Constant will be ... [Read More]

Car Capital adds CarLotz to list of dealer clients using underwriting technology

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Thursday, Mar. 31, 2022, 06:07 PM
Auto Fin Journal Staff
Within the week of being named one of this year’s Emerging 8 honorees, Car Capital showed again why it’s gaining momentum in auto financing. The technology company that strives to get any deal bought no matter the consumer credit background ... [Read More]

Kyte puts new resources to work quickly with Tesla subscription product

Tesla 3
Thursday, Mar. 31, 2022, 06:00 PM
Auto Fin Journal Staff
It appears Kyte is putting the asset-backed credit financing from Goldman Sachs and Ares Global Management of $200 million announced last week to work quickly. On Thursday, the company pioneering vehicles delivered to users on-demand announced the launch of its ... [Read More]

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