Robert Guerrero of ClaimBuyout on inventory opportunities for dealers via repairable vehicles
Robert Guerrero spent nearly 14 years as an executive with Insurance Auto Auctions, so he understands the complexities of damaged vehicles, distraught owners, auto insurers and repair shops. Now as the president and co-founder of ClaimBuyout, Guerrero explained how damaged ... Listen Here
Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2026, 07:19 PM
Protecting yourself when it comes to vehicle transport with Autosled VP Sam Goldenberg
Imagine being a dealer and the vehicle you expected to be transported to your store isn’t on the hauler behind your showroom. And no one knows where the vehicle is. To help avoid the unfortunate situation, Autosled vice president of ... Listen Here
Monday, Jan. 12, 2026, 05:16 PM
The hidden costs of getting paid with Dealer Pay CEO Julie Douglas
As payment technologies evolve, so do the risks. Dealers are increasingly targeted by sophisticated fraud schemes, and compliance requirements are tightening. Dealer Pay CEO Julie Douglas recapped the current environment on the Live Stage presented by SYCN Auto Logistics during ... Listen Here
Monday, Jan. 12, 2026, 04:39 PM
4 components of upcoming BHPH/LHPH Software Showcase
Thursday, Aug. 14, 2025, 11:56 AM
BHPH Report Staff
Jonathan Hedy, who is president of Advanced Business Computers of America (ABCoA), explained why he’s organizing a live, online product demonstration event that might include some of his direct competitors vying to serve buy-here, pay-here dealerships. “Dealers deserve to see ... [Read More]
NIADA identifies 4 main topics for upcoming National Policy Conference
Tuesday, Aug. 12, 2025, 11:47 AM
BHPH Report Staff
Along with an update from the Federal Trade Commission among other activities, the National Independent Automobile Dealers Association identified four issues that will be addressed during its National Policy Conference, which is the organization’s most significant advocacy event. NIADA and ... [Read More]
Bankruptcy filings jump by double digits again in July
Thursday, Aug. 7, 2025, 10:18 AM
BHPH Report Staff
No matter if they’re filed by individuals or businesses, bankruptcies continue to rise, with July figures illustrating another increase by double digits. According to data provided by Epiq AACER July’s 49,614 total bankruptcy filings represented a 12% increase from 44,452 ... [Read More]
COMMENTARY: Always be prepared & what the Boy Scouts taught me about compliance
Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2025, 10:22 AM
Joe Allen, Ignite Consulting Partners
Anyone who knows me knows I like to be ready for just about anything. If someone needs a Band-Aid, gum, Tylenol, I’m usually the guy who’s got it. Not because I’m trying to impress anyone, but because I’ve learned to ... [Read More]
COMMENTARY: Why vehicle flexible leases/subscriptions could replace BHPH for franchised and independent dealers
Thursday, Jul. 31, 2025, 11:40 AM
John Possumato, DriveItAway
In the beginning, vehicles were available to purchase for cash for those with means. Then in 1919, General Motors Acceptance Corp. was created, and car purchases could be financed for the buyer. In the 1980s, consumer vehicle leasing was introduced, ... [Read More]
Recapping crucial regulatory wins in Florida involving asset tracking
Tuesday, Jul. 29, 2025, 11:19 AM
BHPH Report Staff
PassTime recently recapped the industry’s lobbying victories in the Sunshine State that arrived in part because of a collaborative effort by the National Independent Automobile Dealers Association, the Florida Independent Automobile Dealers Association and the asset tracking solutions provider. The ... [Read More]
5 ways to cut costs and boost dealer profits
Thursday, Jul. 24, 2025, 02:56 PM
BHPH Report Staff
Big Time Advertising founder and CEO Terry MacCauley acknowledged running a dealership isn’t easy nowadays. Shared earlier this year but still relevant as we get to the dog days of summer, MacCauley highlighted five ways to cut costs and boost ... [Read More]
Car-Mart’s newest goal: Helping youth soccer grow in Arkansas
Thursday, Jul. 17, 2025, 03:07 PM
BHPH Report Staff
America’s Car-Mart is now involved with a different kind of pitch; not one associated with shareholders nor vehicle buyers. The buy-here, pay-here dealership chain announced on Thursday that it’s one of the inaugural Youth Academy founding partners of Ozark United ... [Read More]
National Lenders adds F&I products to dealership offerings
Thursday, Jul. 10, 2025, 02:13 PM
BHPH Report Staff
National Lenders General Agency has expanded its portfolio of dealership products. This week, the provider of collateral protection insurance (CPI) for independent dealers launched a full suite of retail F&I products designed to enhance profitability, customer satisfaction, and dealership performance. ... [Read More]
COMMENTARY: Having a compliant Fourth of July
Thursday, Jul. 3, 2025, 11:27 AM
Steve Levine, Ignite Consulting Partners
Like just about everyone else, we love July 4th celebrations and honoring the birth of our great nation. Hotdogs, fireworks, apple pie, what’s there not to love? Over the years, we’ve seen lots of car dealers pull out all the ... [Read More]
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