Another way shoppers can use an iPhone to connect with dealers rolled out Wednesday as SuperMedia revealed that EveryCarListed.com now is available through the Apple App Store. SuperMedia explained this iPhone app can allow potential buyers to access information about new, used and certified vehicles, compare prices and mileage, locate dealers and map directions, access […] [Read More]

CARY, N.C. — After today's e-newsletter, SubPrime Auto Finance News will be going dark until the new year to give the staff time to celebrate the holidays with our families. SubPrime News Update will pick back up Tuesday, Jan. 4. After tomorrow's Auto Remarketing Today and Auto Remarketing Canada editions, Auto Remarketing, SubPrime's sister publication and […] [Read More]

SANTA ANA, Calif. — CoreLogic Credco announced this week that it is now providing the credit score disclosure exception to the risk-based pricing notice free of charge to all participating auto, RV and marine dealers automatically with every credit report ordered. Officials indicated delivery of the free consumer CSDs began this month in preparation for the […] [Read More]

LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y. — This week, DealerTrack launched free additions to its performance suite meant to enable dealers to comply with the Federal Trade Commission's new risk-based pricing rule, which goes into effect on Jan. 1. Company officials said the enhancements are available automatically to all dealerships on the DealerTrack credit application network. DealerTrack pointed out that […] [Read More]

FORT WORTH, Texas — In its Strategic and Operational Overview released this month, GM Financial revealed its near-term initiatives include continuing to grow its core subprime business, as well as expanding its product line for General Motors dealers, such as providing a new prime leasing product, Canadian leasing and increasing subprime loans. GM Financial's management […] [Read More]

EasyCare revealed a new acquisition this week, announcing that it recently bought technology company CoVideo. Explaining the services of CoVideo, officials noted that it offers a proprietary format for streaming video e-mail. They said it is easy to use and is designed to allow dealers to connect with current customers, potential customers and employees in […] [Read More]

Some automakers received an unexpected early holiday present Wednesday in the form of a high grade from TrueCar.com. In releasing scorecards on various automakers and brands today, TrueCar.com reported that some showed strong improvements over October, while for others, it might feel more like receiving a lump of coal. [Read More]

Payless Car Sales revealed this week that Experian Automotive’s AutoCheck is now the exclusive vehicle history report provider for its pre-owned vehicle inventory at stores throughout the country, individual sites and corporate site. Under this agreement, history reports will be available to customers for free on all pre-owned vehicles at Payless Car Sales franchise dealerships or listed on its websites. […] [Read More]

As a charity auction centered on the vehicle wrapped up, General Motors’ Detroit-Hamtramck Assembly Plant shipped out its first batch of Chevrolet Volts this week, units that were destined for customers in California; Texas; Washington, D.C.; and New York. The automaker expected these vehicles to arrive at dealer lots during the next few days. GM […] [Read More]

When it comes to its commitment to the certified pre-owned market, Voss Chevrolet doesn’t hold back. The Dayton, Ohio, dealership — which has been involved in the CPO segment “since its inception,” according to Rick Slanker, used-vehicle director for the Voss Auto Network — puts any eligible used General Motors model through the automaker’s certification process. [Read More]