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The Spark Between EVs & CPO
Thursday, Jul. 16, 2026, 02:46 PM
In light of electric vehicle maker VinFast launching a certified pre-owned program in the U.S., Auto Remarketing senior editor Joe Overby connects with leaders from the EV space to discuss why the segment is a natural fit for CPO and ... Listen Here
Vincenzo Ciampi of iA Financial Group
Tuesday, Jun. 30, 2026, 10:53 AM
Next up on the Canada’s Used Car Week Live Stage is Vincenzo Ciampi . who is senior vice president, of auto finance and dealer services for Canada at iA Financial Group. Ciampi talks with Cherokee Media Group’s Joe Overby about ... Listen Here
Ted Berlovich of Clutch
Monday, Jun. 29, 2026, 03:44 PM
Continuing the discussions from the Live Stage at Canada’s Used Car Week, senior editor Joe Overby connects with Ted Berlovich, director of wholesale at online used-car retailer Clutch. Berlovich explained the company’s wholesale process, how the company handles some of ... Listen Here

COMMENTARY: Reinforcing 4 basics of bankruptcy

COMMENTARY: I hate my job — post-repossession Article 9 letters
Tuesday, Jul. 23, 2024, 11:13 AM
Steve Levine, Ignite Consulting Partners
It seems that at least once a week, a bankruptcy question comes up in one of the dealer/creditor social media groups that we follow. The questions usually involve either selling a vehicle to someone that has filed bankruptcy or repossessing ... [Read More]

Bankruptcy experts see filings continue upward trajectory at 2024 midpoint

Tuesday, Jul. 16, 2024, 12:09 PM
BHPH Report Staff
With bankruptcy filings already on a notable upward trajectory, experts pointed out why the next six to 18 months merit particular watching by dealerships, finance companies and other operations with a vested interest in bankruptcy. According to data provided by ... [Read More]

PODCAST: Gene Daughtry on how dealers are doing in 2024

Thursday, Jul. 11, 2024, 10:40 AM
BHPH Report Staff
No one should blame Gene Daughtry if he often hums the Johnny Cash song “I’ve Been Everywhere.” After all, the senior consultant for Auto Master Systems likely has been to many of the same cities included in the chorus of ... [Read More]

Surviving the squeeze: How dealerships can thrive amid rising prices

BHPH evolution: Key to success in a recovering auto industry
Sunday, Jun. 23, 2024, 11:09 AM
Tiger Okeley, Oak Motors
Over the past three years, soaring prices have hit American consumers hard. The cost of food, fuel, and shelter have all risen dramatically, along with the goods and services we purchase every day. The car market certainly hasn’t escaped these ... [Read More]

COMMENTARY: Fire blocks and dealership compliance management

Sunday, Jun. 23, 2024, 10:48 AM
Joe Allen, Ignite Consulting Partners
Recently, I was at an industry event listening to a panel discussion about best practices when handling “heated” customer situations. One of the panelists shared a philosophy that struck a chord. He said, “Hopefully I have done a good job ... [Read More]

Industry ‘legend’ lays out pros and cons of BHPH business models

Industry veteran Carmichael advises BHPH dealers to adapt
Tuesday, Jun. 18, 2024, 07:29 PM
Andrew Friedlander, Associate Editor
Brent Carmichael is no stranger to the buy here-pay here business. With more than 30 years in BHPH and subprime finance, including 10 years with a large BHPH operation, he has seen and heard … well, if not all, then ... [Read More]

Advantage GPS unveils SmartLot & expands NIADA partnership

Tuesday, Jun. 18, 2024, 12:45 PM
BHPH Report Staff
Advantage GPS made two announcements on Tuesday as operators gathered in Las Vegas for the National Independent Automobile Dealers Association Convention & Expo. Along with now being an NIADA National Corporate Partner, the provider of advanced GPS technology solutions and ... [Read More]

Geitner comes out of retirement to be president & COO of Kinetic Advantage

Tuesday, Jun. 18, 2024, 12:44 PM
BHPH Report Staff
Marty McFarland and Brian Geitner are back working together in the floorplan arena. Last week, Kinetic Advantage announced Geitner has joined Kinetic as president and chief operating officer. McFarland is a founder of the national provider of floorplan financing services ... [Read More]

PassTime launches TRAX 7 with most significant upgrades in 15 years

Tuesday, Jun. 18, 2024, 12:43 PM
BHPH Report Staff
PassTime on Tuesday announced the launch of TRAX 7, the newest version of the company’s TRAX platform. The provider of advanced asset tracking solutions said the rolling out TRAX 7 marks one of the most significant enhancements to date of ... [Read More]

BHPH expert Brent Carmichael joining NIADA

Industry veteran Carmichael advises BHPH dealers to adapt
Tuesday, Jun. 18, 2024, 12:39 PM
BHPH Report Staff
The National Independent Automobile Dealers Association is hosting its biggest event of the year this week in Las Vegas and is making a significant personnel move. On Tuesday, NIADA announced the addition of veteran industry expert Brent Carmichael to its ... [Read More]

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