Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping dealership operations by automating communication, improving workflows, and supporting staff with tools like copilots and...
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As subprime space keeps changing, how long can average terms stretch?
Monday, May. 4, 2026, 11:16 AM
Car-buying intention remains positive even as consumers face more headwinds
Thursday, May. 7, 2026, 11:12 AM
NAF Association reveals next recipients of Jack Tracey Pinnacle Award & Summit Leadership Award
Friday, May. 8, 2026, 10:56 AM
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This Month's Focus
Artificial Intelligence
CARS Protection Plus taps Circuitry.ai Warranty Decision Intelligence to help adjusters resolve claims faster
Wednesday, May. 6, 2026, 10:38 AM
DealerOn’s dual launch includes AI search visibility platform, ‘intelligent layer’ touching full dealership
Tuesday, May. 5, 2026, 03:28 PM
Newest Experian tool designed to reduce risk within AI-driven commerce
Monday, May. 4, 2026, 11:19 AM
FICO’s Shams Blanc on lenders sharpening underwriting & more
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
Wednesday, Apr. 29, 2026, 03:54 PM
Byron Oldham of Honest Autos & FIADA
Byron Oldham is president of the family-owned Honest Autos dealership and is president of the board at the Florida Independent Automobile Dealers Association. In this episode, Oldham talks with Cherokee Media Group senior editor Joe Overby about the upcoming Southeast ... Listen Here
Monday, Apr. 27, 2026, 07:47 PM
Automotive CFO-To-Go Kathi Kruse talks dealership finance, accounting in ‘lightning round’
Kathi Kruse, the Automotive CFO-To-Go who brings her financial expertise — born through years of experience as a dealership chief financial officer — to dealers needing help in that area, is back on the Auto Remarketing Podcast. In this episode, ... Listen Here
Sunday, Apr. 19, 2026, 04:27 AM
KPA elevates CFO to be CEO
Friday, Sep. 12, 2025, 10:40 AM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
On Thursday, KPA promoted one of its top executives to be CEO. The provider of environment, health, and safety and workplace compliance solutions announced the appointment of Michael Bruns as chief executive officer. KPA highlighted Bruns brings more than 30 ... [Read More]
Latest acquisition by APCO Holdings expands footprint into NY
Friday, Sep. 12, 2025, 10:24 AM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
APCO Holdings got back into acquisition mode this week. The provider of F&I products and dealer solutions has acquired the assets of Lawley Automotive Dealer Solutions. The company said this acquisition demonstrates APCO’s commitment to protecting “what moves dealers” and ... [Read More]
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Best Practices, Ideas, and Tools for Business
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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PODCAST: Experian on how much auto refinancing is gaining traction
Thursday, Sep. 11, 2025, 09:54 AM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
Melinda Zabritski, Experian’s head of automotive financial insights, said consumers are looking for ways to secure more favorable vehicle financing terms, especially with interest rates leveling out and perhaps a cut coming next week from the Federal Reserve. The base ... [Read More]
ARA committee identifies technology pain points & offers possible remedies
Wednesday, Sep. 10, 2025, 12:01 PM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
The technology committee of the American Recovery Association didn’t just pinpoint what it believes are five of the primary challenges repossession agents face. The group also offered 15 recommendations to help smooth those challenges to foster what it called “a ... [Read More]
MBSi partners with Loanbridge to expand vehicle data offerings
Wednesday, Sep. 10, 2025, 11:59 AM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
Soon after gaining a new client relationship in the credit union market, MBSi landed a partnership to drive vehicle recoveries and efficiency via what the company called near-time data. On Wednesday, MBSi and Loanbridge announced a new partnership to integrate ... [Read More]
Protective Asset Protection unveils newest F&I training program fueled by AI
Wednesday, Sep. 10, 2025, 11:57 AM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
Protective Asset Protection announced the expansion of its auto, RV, powersport, and marine training program, introducing new resources designed to equip F&I managers with the skills needed for success in a competitive market. The company highlighted that the enhanced program, ... [Read More]
Informativ introduces Verified Stips powered by TurboPass
Wednesday, Sep. 10, 2025, 11:56 AM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
Informativ on Tuesday introduced a new feature to instantly verify “stips” — the additional documents or information required to finalize a contract — for businesses including auto dealers and financing companies The provider of fraud prevention, compliance and credit technology ... [Read More]
Agora moves recently hired Pratt to be head of its Financial Institutions Group
Tuesday, Sep. 9, 2025, 10:19 AM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
Agora Data hired Wendy Pratt less than a month ago to be its vice president of sales strategy. Then on Monday, the fintech innovator of advanced capital solutions in subprime and non-prime consumer finance announced the appointment of Pratt to ... [Read More]
North State Acceptance acquires portfolio from ‘premier’ specialty finance company
Monday, Sep. 8, 2025, 10:47 AM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
A regional subprime auto finance company in the Southeast became a little bigger last week. North State Acceptance, a portfolio company of Fourshore Partners, announced a portfolio acquisition from an unnamed lender but one classified as a “premier” specialty finance ... [Read More]
AFSA looking for stability as Senate considers Fed governor nomination
Monday, Sep. 8, 2025, 10:47 AM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
The American Financial Services Association is hoping the latest round of bluster on Capitol Hill quells soon, so the Federal Reserve can stay focused on its purpose of setting interest rates. AFSA shared its views in a blog post last ... [Read More]
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