AI is rapidly reshaping dealership operations, yet most stores are still in early experimentation mode. According to the Cox Automotive...
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Initial 2026 auto financing outlook still muted despite two positive trends
Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2026, 10:57 AM
Protective finalizes Portfolio acquisition, its eighth since 2015
Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2026, 09:28 AM
Edmunds: More than 26% of Q4 used- & new-car deliveries backed by monthly payments topping $1,000
Monday, Jan. 5, 2026, 11:29 AM
A breakdown of real-world auto transportation fraud with Preowned Auto Logistics
Jeremy Louisos recapped three real-world examples of how fraud recently surfaced in the transportation space. The senior vice president of Preowned Auto Logistics also shared suggestions with Cherokee Media Group’s Joe Overby on how firms can avoid similar situations. The ... Listen Here
Friday, Jan. 9, 2026, 01:00 PM
How to GROW your leadership skills with Jane Morgan and Sheila Tedesco
Two leaders from the Global Remarketing Opportunities for Women — Jane Morgan and Sheila Tedesco — appeared on the Live Stage presented by SYCN Auto Logistics during Used Car Week 2025. Morgan and Tedesco joined Cherokee Media Group’s Joe Overby ... Listen Here
Friday, Jan. 9, 2026, 01:00 PM
Cars Commerce’s Grant Goering on the convergence of retail and wholesale
A year ago, Cars Commerce, best known for its Cars.com retail platform, took a big step into the wholesale sector by acquiring dealer-to-dealer digital auction Dealer Club, a deal CEO Alex Vetter said “closes the loop” between the retail and ... Listen Here
Thursday, Jan. 8, 2026, 04:17 PM
Losses slow within subprime ABS space
Monday, Mar. 26, 2018, 03:04 PM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
S&P Global Ratings used two words in a single sentence that finance companies catering to consumers with soft credit histories should be tickled to see. A recent report published by S&P Global Ratings indicated collateral performance in the U.S. subprime ... [Read More]
2 actions by Ally Financial to reinforce online capabilities
Friday, Mar. 23, 2018, 03:51 PM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
Ally Financial made a pair of moves this week to enhance its position as a provider that can cater to shoppers who are looking to complete at least some of the financing process online. First, Clearlane — Ally’s online auto ... [Read More]
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Turn Battery Risk Into Trust: Your Edge in the Used EV Market
Independent battery health certification is the new gold standard for used EV dealerships. The latest AVILOO detect Magazine reveals how...
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How GMs Start Their Day with Mastermind & Make More Deals
Successful General Managers know that how you start the day sets the tone for dealership performance. This checklist outlines the...
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Rising Repos, Shrinking Margins: A Guide to Reduce Collections and Servicing Costs with AI Agents
As delinquencies rise and margins tighten, leading auto lenders use AI agents to cut collections and servicing costs without compromising...
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Out-of-State Titling: 12 Steps Every Title Clerk Should Follow (The Easy Way)
Out-of-state titling isn’t easy. With every state having different DMV requirements, document packets, and deadlines, it’s easy for mistakes to...
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Free Guide: How Smart Dealers Can Profit from Customer Car Insurance
Turn Customer Auto Insurance into Dealership Profit If you're not profiting from auto insurance in your dealership, now’s the time...
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Go In-House With Your Photos
Your Photo Vendor Didn’t Show Up Again? Let’s Fix That. Stop relying on vendors and start owning your inventory. This...
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The Auto Dealer’s Complete Checklist for Evaluating AI
The Auto Dealer’s Complete Checklist for Evaluating AI highlights key questions dealership leaders should ask technology partners during the selection...
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GWC Warranty hires new strategic brand manager
Friday, Mar. 23, 2018, 03:42 PM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
GWC Warranty, a provider of used vehicle service contracts sold through dealers, recently announced the addition of Emily Dwyer as its new strategic brand manager. As a member of the marketing department, the company highlighted Dwyer will be responsible for ... [Read More]
6 components of alliance of Open Dealer Exchange and RouteOne to streamline F&I office
Wednesday, Mar. 21, 2018, 04:04 AM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
The collaboration to simplify what happens within the dealership finance office continues. Open Dealer Exchange and RouteOne on Tuesday announced a strategic alliance that brings together the organizations to provide streamlined solutions to their partners CDK Global and Reynolds and ... [Read More]
AUL chooses former Assurant executive as new CIO
Wednesday, Mar. 21, 2018, 03:55 AM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
AUL Corp., an administrator of vehicle service contracts (VSC), named a new chief information officer this week. According to a news release, AUL president and chief executive officer Jimmy Atkinson appointed Jose Fleites as the company’s new CIO, bringing more ... [Read More]
Coming this fall: Women in Auto Finance
Tuesday, Mar. 20, 2018, 11:00 AM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
Continuing the Cherokee Media Group series of award programs that honor the most dedicated and talented professionals from throughout the used-car industry, company leaders on Tuesday proudly announced a new addition: Women in Auto Finance. This contingent of women who ... [Read More]
CarMax and Credit Acceptance execs among inaugural Great Place to Work For All Leadership Award winners
Monday, Mar. 19, 2018, 03:13 PM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
CarMax and Credit Acceptance each had an executive among the honorees who are women leaders from companies on the FORTUNE 100 Best Companies to Work For and Best Workplaces for Women. Coinciding with the 107th International Women’s Day, Great Place ... [Read More]
Leaders and experts gather for AFSA’s annual Vehicle Finance Conference
Monday, Mar. 19, 2018, 03:11 PM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
American Financial Services Association president and chief executive officer Chris Stinebert explained how AFSA organizes its annual Vehicle Finance Conference & Expo, which begins on Tuesday at the Bellagio in Las Vegas. “We plan this conference every year with input ... [Read More]
New House measure surfaces to establish 5-member commission at CFPB
Friday, Mar. 16, 2018, 02:56 PM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
As the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau issued another issued a request for information (RFI) — this time about its adopted regulations and new rulemaking authorities — associations strongly endorsed legislation introduced in the House of Representatives this week that would ... [Read More]
ARA finalizes partnership with Bridgecrest Acceptance for training and vendor vetting
Friday, Mar. 16, 2018, 02:54 PM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
The American Recovery Association (ARA) landed an enhanced relationship with a finance company on Friday. ARA announced a new partnership with Bridgecrest Acceptance, a licensed third-party servicer, servicing loans for DriveTime and other affiliated finance companies. As part of this ... [Read More]
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