Logistics technology provider RPM has named Binu Panicker as its new chief technology officer. In a news release, the company cited Panicker’s 26 years of technology and executive leadership experience including stints with Covisint, Dassault and most recently as CTO of FreightVerify, where RPM said he was “instrumental in transforming the company into an AI-powered […] [Read More]

Chris Walsh has been part of Reynolds and Reynolds since 1987. But the dealership software provider’s president and acting CEO said he’s never seen anything like this. Reynolds unveiled its newest technology — Rey, an artificial intelligence agent designed for dealership professionals — during last week’s Reynolds Retail Summit: Amplify 2025, and Walsh said it […] [Read More]

Artificial intelligence has also entered the end-of-lease portion of automotive. Lease End, a fintech company involved in the lease-buyout process, on Thursday launched AI Constellation, a proprietary suite of in-house AI agents built to solve operational gaps and serve more drivers. Designed and developed entirely by Lease End’s in-house technology team, the company highlighted these […] [Read More]

Automotive dealerships invest heavily in acquiring new customers, but a significant challenge lies in retaining them beyond the initial vehicle purchase. Many customers, often dubbed “lost souls,” never return for service or their next vehicle, representing a massive untapped revenue stream which is particularly needed given the impact of tariffs expected later this. In today’s […] [Read More]

Mandy Deveau is marketing manager at DriveHRIS, where she leads dealer communication and engagement. In June, she joined Canada’s Used Car Week Live Stage, presented by SYCN Auto Logistics, to talk about “How Women in Automotive Can Lead with Confidence.” Listen to her conversation with Cherokee Media Group senior editor Joe Overby in the window […] [Read More]

A startup seeking to help dealers source inventory from private sellers is swinging for the fences, stepping up to the plate with a lineup of Cox Automotive veterans that includes one of the biggest names in the auto industry. The heaviest hitter is Chip Perry, founding president and CEO of Autotrader and former CEO of […] [Read More]

As president of the American Recovery Association, I have the privilege of hearing from agents across the country. From those conversations, I am left with great confidence that our industry is more committed to compliance and professionalism than ever. This heightened focus on professional standards uniquely positions us to embody the brands and core values […] [Read More]

AutoCanada’s exit from the U.S. market moved another step forward this week. The Edmonton-based dealership group announced it has closed on the sale of Chevrolet of Palatine and Hyundai of Palatine in Palatine, Ill., for $9.3 million Canadian in cash. The price covered goodwill and fixed assets, excluding inventory and net working capital, AutoCanada said, […] [Read More]

After stating his case for cutting interest rates in July, Federal Reserve governor Christopher Waller was back on the public appearance circuit on Wednesday discussing a process that’s important to every auto-finance company. Payments. Speaking at the Wyoming Blockchain Symposium 2025 in Teton Village, Wyo., Waller told attendees, “It is an exciting time to work […] [Read More]

This week, Advantage GPS unveiled its newest solution built specifically for high-volume buy-here, pay-here and special finance dealers. Designed for both single-location and multi-rooftop operations, the company highlighted Advantage Plus can connect lot management with post-sale vehicle health insights — enabling better control across the full lifecycle of every asset. Advantage GPS said some traditional […] [Read More]