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EY study shows Canadians still cautious about AI but using it more for everyday activities
Monday, May. 11, 2026, 03:00 PM
This artificial intelligence is pretty smart, eh? That sentiment might be held by at least some Canadians who are already embedding AI into everyday decisions, often in ways that extend beyond simple assistance into early autonomy, even while concerns about ... Read More
Carfluent’s new AI tool helps dealerships beat aggregators in searches
Monday, May. 11, 2026, 09:51 AM
A growing percentage of consumers now use artificial intelligence as what marketplace Cars.com describes as a “trusted co-pilot” in their search for a vehicle to purchase. Meanwhile, other studies suggest that dealership websites are not visible to many of those ... Read More
ChatGPT app represents the latest step in CarMax’s ongoing AI evolution
Monday, May. 11, 2026, 09:45 AM
Yes, it’s AI — everyone’s favorite buzzword. But when it comes down to it, artificial intelligence is only part of what CarMax’s new ChatGPT app is all about. The company billed as the nation’s largest used-car retailer touted the app, ... Read More
Tiger Okeley describes what it’s like for BHPH dealers during another turbulent year
Tuesday, May. 12, 2026, 01:47 PM
Tiger Okeley is the executive board member of Oak Motors, a buy-here, pay-here dealership that’s been in business for more than 40 years in central Indiana. Having seen boom times, recessions, and more, Okeley shared his insight to help owners ... Listen Here
SPONSORED EPISODE: Know your Buyer & Grow your Lot
Tuesday, May. 12, 2026, 09:20 AM
In this insightful episode of the Auto Remarketing Podcast, Auto Trader and KBB executives Elizabeth Stegall and David Lumpkin share findings gleaned from Cox Automotive’s unique research into shoppers who buy from Independent Dealers. Learn how shifting buyer expectations connect ... Listen Here
FICO’s Shams Blanc on lenders sharpening underwriting & more
Wednesday, Apr. 29, 2026, 03:54 PM
Fresh off being in Miami as part of the Used Car Industry Summit that Cherokee Media Group hosted this spring, Shams Blanc, who is vice president of auto scores at FICO, appeared again on the Auto Remarketing Podcast. Blanc discussed ... Listen Here

CFPB smooths path for individuals to be part of rulemaking

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Monday, Feb. 21, 2022, 04:07 PM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) wants to make it easier for individuals to have a say in how credit bureaus, auto finance companies and other providers of financial services are regulated by the agency. Last week, in an effort ... [Read More]

Hudson Cook welcomes 3 new attorneys

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Friday, Feb. 18, 2022, 02:47 PM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
About a month after elevating two of its current attorneys to be partners, Hudson Cook added to its portfolio legal expertise by welcoming a new partner and two new associates this week. Brought in to reinforce the firm’s litigation and ... [Read More]

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Best Practices, Ideas, and Tools for Business

AI-Financing Spotlight: How Tracy Honda Sells 12-15 More Deals Monthly

Discover how Tracy Honda is outperforming its market by leveraging AI-powered auto financing to drive faster approvals and close more...
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The AI Dealer Playbook: 5 Questions to Ask Before You Buy AI

Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping dealership operations by automating communication, improving workflows, and supporting staff with tools like copilots and...
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Speaking the Same Language: How Dealers Structure Capital for Real Estate and Growth

Why Capital Structures Matters in Today’s Market Dealers actively expanding or acquiring real estate are often constrained not by opportunity—but...
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Dealer Playbook: 5 Takeaways for Auto Retailers Using AI

The May issue of Auto Remarketing — “Shifting Gears: AI’s Role in Retail Automotive” — explores how top auto retailers...
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How TO Maximize Your Digital Sales!

How much revenue is slipping through the cracks in your digital sales process? Our latest guide reveals the most common...
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Loan Origination Automation Guidelines for Modern Lenders

Lenders are under pressure to move faster, handle higher volumes, and reduce manual tasks. Automation can help, but only if...
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Turn Service Visits Into Sales Growth: A GM’s Checklist

Your service drive is filled with loyal customers who trust your dealership and are physically in your store, yet most...
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Auto credit access expands in January, with depth of projected March rate rise ‘a coin toss’

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Thursday, Feb. 17, 2022, 04:49 PM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
Access for all types of auto financing expanded in January, according to the newest Dealertrack Credit Availability Index. But change might be coming with the likelihood of interest rates rising, with one economist calling it a “coin toss” as to ... [Read More]

NAF Association names new executive director

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Wednesday, Feb. 16, 2022, 04:41 PM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
The National Automotive Finance Association now has its second-ever executive director. The NAF Association announced on Wednesday that Jennifer Martin will be its new executive director, succeeding Jack Tracey, who served in the position since the organization’s formation in 1996 ... [Read More]

Exeter Finance renews software agreement with Solifi

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Wednesday, Feb. 16, 2022, 04:19 PM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
Exeter Finance first started to use software from Solifi — formerly known as IDS and White Clarke Group — nine years ago. And this week, the finance company that specializes in non-prime credit decided to continue the utilization. Solifi announced ... [Read More]

Edmunds: 8 out of 10 consumers paid above MSRP for new models in January

Wednesday, Feb. 16, 2022, 04:16 PM
Nick Zulovich
If an individual with a less than prime credit background still somehow secured financing for a new vehicle in January, there’s a notable possibility that the installment contract will be underwater for some time, based on record-breaking data Edmunds shared ... [Read More]

Edmunds: 8 out of 10 consumers paid above MSRP for new models in January

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Wednesday, Feb. 16, 2022, 04:16 PM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
If an individual with a less than prime credit background still somehow secured financing for a new vehicle in January, there’s a notable possibility that the installment contract will be underwater for some time, based on record-breaking data Edmunds shared ... [Read More]

Auto defaults now up for 7 straight months

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Tuesday, Feb. 15, 2022, 04:37 PM
Nick Zulovich, Senior Editor
Make it seven months in a row that analysts have spotted an uptick in auto defaults. And it’s also the longest upward streak in a decade. The auto portion of the S&P/Experian Consumer Credit Default Indices moved higher again in ... [Read More]

Top 20 cities that might contain most & least risk in your portfolio

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Monday, Feb. 14, 2022, 04:16 PM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
WalletHub recently released its latest Auto Financing Report, compiling lists of what analysts classified as the Top 20 cities where consumers overspend on vehicles and where they spend the least. Perhaps managers and underwriters could review the lists and say ... [Read More]

Car Capital & RightWay partner to get more financing & deliveries completed

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Friday, Feb. 11, 2022, 03:55 PM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
Car Capital not only is building its team of executives as well as its financial resources, the auto-finance technology company that strives to get any deal bought no matter the consumer credit background is cultivating its portfolio of dealer clients, ... [Read More]

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