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Artificial Intelligence
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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

Former Equifax exec joins FactorTrust as chief information officer

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Friday, Oct. 28, 2016, 03:21 PM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
This week, FactorTrust announced the hiring of Paul Bunting as chief information officer as the company accelerates its efforts around analytics and product development. The company indicated Bunting will oversee all IT and infrastructure, security, analytics and product development efforts ... [Read More]

Debt collection continues to top CFPB complaint charts

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Thursday, Oct. 27, 2016, 02:35 PM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
According to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s monthly complaint snapshot released this week, the CFPB has handled approximately 1,008,500 complaints across all products as of Oct. 1. Bureau officials indicated debt collection remained the most-complained-about financial product or service. Of ... [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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Lending Club unveils refinancing product

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Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2016, 03:59 PM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
Lending Club, which claims to be the world's largest online marketplace connecting borrowers and investors, this week announced the launch of an auto refinance product that is designed to give vehicle owners a simple solution to save money on their ... [Read More]

September default rate ties year-high

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Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2016, 03:57 PM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
The auto default reading S&P Dow Jones Indices and Experian reported for September tied the highest mark of the year, coming in at 1.05 percent. Ticking up 4 basis points on a sequential basis left the September reading at the ... [Read More]

What CFPB is doing through Project Catalyst

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Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2016, 03:22 PM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau director Richard Cordray generated attention on Monday, and this time it wasn’t connected with an enforcement action and millions of dollars in restitution and fines. Rather, Cordray shared some insight about an endeavor called Project Catalyst, a ... [Read More]

19 institutions join launch of mobile payment tool

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Monday, Oct. 24, 2016, 03:49 PM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
The potential for more vehicle installment contract holders in your portfolio to use their smartphone to make regular payments to keep their auto financing current took another step forward on Monday. Early Warning announced preliminary details of a tool named ... [Read More]

Latest S&P analysis reflects back on 2007-09 ABS performance

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Monday, Oct. 24, 2016, 03:48 PM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
With outstanding auto loan balances reaching a record $1.1 trillion as of June 30 and concern growing about the sector’s health, S&P Global Ratings recently analyzed the resiliency of auto loan asset-backed securities (ABS) ratings through the Great Recession of ... [Read More]

Next winner of Subprime Auto Finance Executive of the Year Award

New Ozzie Ramos for SPN
Friday, Oct. 21, 2016, 07:45 PM
Nick Zulovich, Senior Editor
SubPrime Auto Finance News has announced the winner of the fourth annual Subprime Auto Finance Executive of the Year Award, which is again sponsored by Black Book Lender Solutions. The honoree — who will receive the award during the SubPrime Forum at ... [Read More]

First 2 components of GM Financial’s community initiative

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Friday, Oct. 21, 2016, 03:27 PM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
In an effort to broaden support of customers and the community, General Motors Financial launched what the finance company dubbed its Mobility Initiative, a multifaceted effort aimed at empowering and enriching local communities through financial education and resources, along with ... [Read More]

GWC Warranty names strategic brand manager

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Friday, Oct. 21, 2016, 03:25 PM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
This week, used-vehicle service contract and related finance and insurance product provider GWC Warranty announced the addition of Therese Pramick as its new strategic brand manager. As a member of the marketing department, the company explained Pramick will be responsible ... [Read More]

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