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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

Edmunds spots multiple new all-time highs for new-car financing in Q2

Thursday, Jul. 3, 2025, 10:30 AM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
Used-car financing might be even more appealing for lenders and consumers, especially since Edmunds reported this week that the number of individuals committing to monthly payments of $1,000 or more hit an all-time high during the second quarter. Edmunds noticed ... [Read More]

ARA president urges caution when handling client directives

BHPH evolution: Key to success in a recovering auto industry
Wednesday, Jul. 2, 2025, 11:22 AM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
Vaughn Clemmons might not be an attorney, but the president of the American Recovery Association urged members to use caution when receiving client directives. “Whether from lenders, forwarders, or others, some instructions could place your business or employees in legal ... [Read More]

Winslow now officially AFSA’s president & CEO

Wednesday, Jul. 2, 2025, 10:35 AM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
The American Financial Services Association started the second half of the year by making it official. Celia Winslow is the trade group’s new president and chief executive officer. Winslow succeeds Bill Himpler, who late last year announced plans to retire. ... [Read More]

PODCAST: Why Agora Data’s Steve Burke is so bullish about automotive

Tuesday, Jul. 1, 2025, 09:44 AM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
Agora Data’s Steve Burke is one of the most upbeat executives you can find in auto finance. When asked about his outlook for the car business during a conversation at the National Independent Automobile Dealers Association’s annual convention last week ... [Read More]

2025 Non-Prime Automotive Financing Industry Survey is ‘more than just numbers’

Monday, Jun. 30, 2025, 10:17 AM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
Produced through a joint effort by the National Automotive Finance Association and the American Financial Services Association, officials said the annual Non-Prime Automotive Financing Industry Survey contains “more than just numbers.” Now available complimentary for participants and for purchase by ... [Read More]

Uncertainty permeates newest auto-finance & economic projections

Friday, Jun. 27, 2025, 10:52 AM
Nick Zulovich, Senior Editor
Economic experts from Cox Automotive, Experian and S&P Global Ratings keep using a word that might not reassure dealerships and finance companies about their roads ahead. Uncertainty. Four separate reports from the three firms discussed some cracks forming in the ... [Read More]

COMMENTARY: Is your payments platform safeguarding compliance?

Thursday, Jun. 26, 2025, 07:07 AM
Steve Kramer, PayNearMe
For many Americans with shaky credit, keeping up with car payments is becoming a growing struggle, and the numbers prove it. Subprime delinquency rates surged to record highs in 2023 and continued climbing in 2024, with the 60-plus-day delinquency rate ... [Read More]

Ignition Dealer Services hires new COO to drive strategic growth

Friday, Jun. 20, 2025, 11:05 AM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
Ignition Dealer Services has a new chief operating officer. On Thursday, the provider of customized F&I programs and strategic reinsurance solutions for automotive dealerships appointed Steven Cegelka to the position. Management said the move reflects the company’s strategic focus on ... [Read More]

Mosaic adds continuous monitoring with AuditF&I

Friday, Jun. 20, 2025, 11:03 AM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
This week, Mosaic Compliance Services launched AuditF&I, a new continuous monitoring solution for U.S. auto, RV, motorcycle, powersports and marine dealerships. The announcement follows the merger of Mosaic with gvo3 & Associates, a leading auditing services provider. In addition to ... [Read More]

Fed ‘in a tough spot,’ while a ‘very long summer’ could be ahead

Thursday, Jun. 19, 2025, 10:31 AM
Nick Zulovich, Senior Editor
Economists didn’t have cheery projections after the Federal Reserve didn’t cut interest rates during its latest opportunity on Wednesday. The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) held the federal funds target unchanged at a range of 4.25% to 4.50% in a ... [Read More]

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