An Israel-based provider of contactless vehicle inspection systems is bringing its platform to U.S car dealers, auto auctions and fleet companies, and has named the two leaders who will head up its North American operations. UVeye has named Glenn Hemminger its managing director of North American operations, while appointing Bob Rich as North American sales […] [Read More]

Getting rid of negotiation is an idea that many dealerships are experimenting with. After all, negotiation has always been a top pain point for used-car buyers, and in today’s online listing environment, you need to provide enticing prices up front — there is barely any room left for negotiation anyways. Some dealerships have already moved to a […] [Read More]

Honda and Nissan dealers now can use online tools available from Dealer eProcess. Dealer eProcess recently announced that it is now part of both the Nissan Certified Website program and the Honda Certified Website and Digital Marketing programs. The company said Honda and Nissan dealers now have the ability to enjoy all the latest tools and […] [Read More]

Perhaps again reflecting how COVID-19 is turning data topsy-turvy, S&P Dow Jones Indices and Experian reported the auto-finance default rate in May came in at the lowest rate in 10 years. According to the latest update of the S&P/Experian Consumer Credit Default Indices, the auto default rate dropped 10 basis points in May to land […] [Read More]

As part of an industry-wide effort to help alleviate the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, Honda and General Motors announced on Monday that they are producing nearly 12,000 gallons of hand sanitizer through their Fuel Cell System Manufacturing (FCSM) partnership. According to a news release, the hand sanitizer will be used by both companies at their […] [Read More]

UPDATED with new timing on second round of pilots.  Manheim is piloting the return of in-lane bidding at five of its auctions this week, with three more set to follow soon, a company spokesperson told Auto Remarketing via email. The first of these sales is at Manheim Dallas on Tuesday. Others that will pilot in-lane […] [Read More]

Sincro wants potential vehicle buyers who are spending time on Facebook wants them to be doing more than liking pictures of friends’ pets or commenting about how the family is finding new ways for recreation at home. The Ansira company created from the acquisition of the CDK Global Digital Marketing Business this spring announced a […] [Read More]

Dealership service drives already might be seeing fewer appointments for maintenance work such as oil changes and brake jobs because their customers aren’t using their vehicles as much because of the coronavirus pandemic. New survey data on American driving and vehicle fueling habits shows that trends with that part of dealership operations might not be […] [Read More]

Editor's Note: This is story is part of our upcoming Leading Dealer Groups print edition of Auto Remarketing. This early look at that content is being offered to CMG Premium subscribers. The Leading Dealers Groups print edition of AR will be released in July.  Like many companies in the retail auto space, CarLotz had a strong […] [Read More]

ESI ThoughtLab looked to put some tangible figures on what investing in cybersecurity can do, especially during the coronavirus pandemic. The firm recently released a comprehensive study that reveals increased investment in cybersecurity can generate a significant return on investment of 179% and provide greater protection as companies cope with the fallout from COVID-19. ESI ThoughtLab […] [Read More]