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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 sets 2 new records for vehicle leasing in 2021

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Monday, Jan. 31, 2022, 04:45 PM
Auto Fin Journal Staff
Credit Union Leasing of America (CULA) enjoyed a record-setting year in 2021. The company recently tabulated and shared its annual metrics, highlighting that it helped to generate $2 billion in lease originations. That dollar figure stemmed from originating 50,000 leases ... [Read More]

TransUnion adds new board member, chief data & analytics officer

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Monday, Jan. 31, 2022, 04:43 PM
Auto Fin Journal Staff
Along with a new addition to its board of directors, TransUnion also announced the appointment for the newly created role of executive vice president and chief data and analytics officer. Those two actions are both effective on Tuesday. Joining is ... [Read More]

Experian pinpoints 5 primary fraud threats to businesses & consumers

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Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2022, 04:52 PM
Auto Fin Journal Staff
Whether it’s the digital path to land auto financing or a spouse, fraud can infiltrate the process, potentially resulting in a broken bank account or heart. Experian recently released its annual Future of Fraud Forecast, which reveals five fraud threats ... [Read More]

Equifax, Experian & TransUnion extend free credit report availability

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Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2022, 04:48 PM
Auto Fin Journal Staff
Since the pandemic still is causing plenty of problems, the three nationwide credit reporting agencies are continuing information availability for consumers that first launched when COVID-19 arrived. This week, Equifax, Experian and TransUnion extended their pandemic response service by offering ... [Read More]

CUNA Mutual Group invests in & partners with CarSaver

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Monday, Jan. 24, 2022, 04:52 PM
Auto Fin Journal Staff
CUNA Mutual Group and CarSaver entered into both working relationship as well as a financial commitment. The financial services provider and the automotive e-commerce marketplace and fintech platform partnered last week to launch what they contend is the industry’s first ... [Read More]

Themes & events associated with Data Privacy Week 2022

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Monday, Jan. 24, 2022, 04:50 PM
Auto Fin Journal Staff
The National Cybersecurity Alliance (NCA) announced its program for this year’s Data Privacy Week 2022, which began Monday. Expanding into a week-long initiative for the first time, NCA highlighted Data Privacy Week will help spread awareness about digital privacy — ... [Read More]

NXCR rebrands, launches Tesla subscription program aided by AutoWeb

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Friday, Jan. 21, 2022, 05:11 PM
Auto Fin Journal Staff
There’s now more juice in the subscription market for electric vehicles. NextCar Holding Co. (NXCR), the fintech and insurtech vehicle subscription platform founded by Scott Painter and Georg Bauer, has a new brand and offering with the initial rollout tailored ... [Read More]

PODCAST: Recapping auto-finance journey from fax machines to digital tools with Brian Reed

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Thursday, Jan. 20, 2022, 09:46 PM
Auto Fin Journal Staff
Auto finance executive and entrepreneur Brian Reed remembers the scene at one of his first industry jobs. On Monday mornings, baskets below fax machines would be overflowing with paper applications from dealerships arriving over a weekend that needed to be ... [Read More]

Tresl celebrating 15 years as auto finance support platform

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Wednesday, Jan. 19, 2022, 04:31 PM
Auto Fin Journal Staff
When Tresl started its operations in 2007, there were just three employees. Now as a firm involved in auto refinance, vehicle lease buyout and fleet vehicle purchase financing and transactions, the company has grown to more than 230 associates who ... [Read More]

6 category award winners picked among Top 100 Auto Finance Innovators

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Tuesday, Jan. 18, 2022, 04:13 PM
Auto Fin Journal Staff
The 2021 Auto Finance Innovators Award: Top 100, which recognizes auto finance professionals who have made significant technological contributions to their company and the industry, were announced on Tuesday, as six category award winners were chosen by a panel of ... [Read More]

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