CarDr, an automotive diagnostics technology company, announced last week it has launched an Auction Arbitration Risk Report, which can help auctions and dealerships find hidden mechanical exposure before a car enters a sale. This standalone diagnostic intelligence validates findings from vehicle scans against arbitration policies from the National Auto Auction Association, aiming to prevent avoidable […] [Read More]

As much as artificial intelligence and other technologies have boosted auto financing, sometimes the fundamentals of just making a good car deal remain most important. FICO recently hosted an online dialogue with its head of auto, Shams Blanc, and Jim Dietrich, who is senior vice president of product at NCC. Not surprisingly, both Blanc and […] [Read More]

Credit Acceptance announced departures of two more high-ranking executives on Monday morning, saying the “leadership changes (are) designed to advance our digital-first strategy and position the company for long-term success.” The subprime auto finance company first revealed late Friday afternoon in a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission that its board of directors and […] [Read More]

In Catalyst IQ’s State of the Industry report for the second quarter, a subsection titled “Actionable Guidance for Automotive Retail” lists the following used-car implications for automakers. “A healthy used market supports long-term brand value by strengthening residual values and lease economics. Monitoring and supporting used supply will remain essential when planning production levels, incentive […] [Read More]

Add DAS Technology to the list of service providers that have revamped their offerings in part because of a crackdown on vehicle pricing orchestrated by the Federal Trade Commission. The company on Thursday highlighted a segment of the newly launched Dealer Digital Intelligence (DDI) — the next evolution of its Dealer Digital Evaluation (DDE) platform […] [Read More]

Soon after successful completion of its latest SOC 2 Type II certification with zero exceptions, Yotta Automated Software Solutions, Inc. (YASSI) announced on Thursday the availability of its Easy-Connect API platform. The move gives enterprise organizations across lending, insurance, automotive retail, fleet operations, and government a single integration for trusted, real-time vehicle intelligence. Purpose-built for […] [Read More]

Record new-car prices, says Catalyst IQ, have led to greater consumer emphasis on “affordability, fuel-efficiency and value.” And that includes stronger demand for used cars, which hit their quickest turn times in nearly three years, the automotive analytics and marketing company said in its Q2 2026 State of the Industry Report. Offering some overall commentary […] [Read More]

The Association of Finance & Insurance Professionals (AFIP) and the Association of Dealership Compliance Officers (ADCO) found another unique way to help dealership compliance officers, F&I professionals, and other store leadership. AFIP and ADCO announced a new promotional partnership with Privacy4Cars this week, so members of the organizations can have access to Privacy4Cars’ Vehicle Privacy […] [Read More]

This likely won’t be the last case study completed in connection with the Chapter 7 bankruptcy of Tricolor Holdings, which triggered federal charges against the company’s CEO and a rippling throughout subprime auto finance. This week, Vervent released its own case study that documented how the company mobilized within 48 hours of Tricolor’s September bankruptcy filing, […] [Read More]

ZT Automotive has added ultra-luxury to its collection. The Badar Family Office, which owns the dealer group, said Tuesday it has acquired McLaren Charlotte and Rolls-Royce Cars Charlotte in North Carolina. These stores will become part of the new ZT Automotive Collection and operated by ZT Automotive. Both entities are owned by the Badar Family […] [Read More]