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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

Temporary impact from hurricane damage expected on auto ABS

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Thursday, Oct. 5, 2017, 01:36 PM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
S&P Global Ratings certainly didn’t dismiss the Cox Automotive estimates that Hurricane Harvey may have destroyed 300,000 to 500,000 vehicles, while Hurricane Irma ruined up to 400,000 units. But analysts suspect any severe impacts on the collateral for auto loan asset-backed securities ... [Read More]

Westlake’s eContracting solution now available nationwide

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Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2017, 03:22 PM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
Earlier this week, Westlake Financial Services announced the launch of its eContracting automotive loan origination solution in all 50 U.S. states through DealerCenter. And the finance company reached this accomplishment earlier than company officials expected. “Our goal was to launch ... [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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20 senior industry leaders upbeat about finance market

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Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2017, 03:20 PM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
If your shop is struggling with originating quality paper or keeping customers current, perhaps here’s some good news. The opinions of business leaders including company chief executive officers, directors, chairmen and presidents highlighted in White Clarke Group’s new U.S. Auto ... [Read More]

More than 10K professionals have completed RISC’s compliance certification program

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Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2017, 03:17 PM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
Recovery Industry Services Co. (RISC) recently reached a new threshold of industry professionals completing its Certified Asset Recovery Specialist (CARS) and CARS-FC certification program. Since it was launched in 2002, RISC tabulated that it has certified more than 10,000 individuals ... [Read More]

Used-financing trends produce stable September

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Tuesday, Oct. 3, 2017, 03:10 PM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
Along with sharing some insights on how new vehicles are being financed in the Houston market following Hurricane Harvey, Edmunds reported that nationwide used-vehicle financing trends in September remained stable. Analysts determined the average term for a used-vehicle installment contract ... [Read More]

3 top executive changes at SCUSA, including CFO and head of operations

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Tuesday, Oct. 3, 2017, 03:08 PM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
This week, Santander Consumer USA Holdings made a trio of key changes to its leadership team under new chief executive officer Scott Powell, who took control of the finance company in late August. SCUSA announced that Juan Carlos Alvarez, corporate ... [Read More]

Equifax breach roundup: CUNA lawsuit and FTC workshop

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Monday, Oct. 2, 2017, 02:23 PM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
This past Friday, both the Credit Union National Association (CUNA) and the Federal Trade Commission made moves associated with the Equifax security breach. CUNA announced that the association will file a lawsuit against Equifax to protect credit unions and their ... [Read More]

Wise F&I boosts plan coverage to 10 years and 100,000 miles

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Monday, Oct. 2, 2017, 02:21 PM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
Wise F&I recently enhanced its vehicle service contract, WiseTVP, to offer consumers five coverage plans, which now include an extended term with coverage for up to 10 years and 100,000 miles. The company highlighted WiseTVP’s coverage plans can provide for escalating ... [Read More]

Lawsuit filed over CFPB’s arbitration rule

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Friday, Sep. 29, 2017, 07:12 PM
Nick Zulovich, Senior Editor
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s anti-arbitration rule is now heading for a courtroom clash. On Friday, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, American Bankers Association, American Financial Services Association, Consumer Bankers Association, Financial Services Roundtable and a coalition of associations located ... [Read More]

CFPB survey shows more than 40 percent of households struggle to cover regular bills

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Friday, Sep. 29, 2017, 03:09 PM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
More evidence arrived this week indicating how some contract holders in your portfolio might be struggling to maintain their finances. This time, the research came from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. The CFPB’s latest survey showed that more than 40 ... [Read More]

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