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4 new features of GrooveCar’s shopping website
Monday, Feb. 8, 2016, 04:31 PM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
GrooveCar’s vehicle buying resource for credit unions recently launched its new website. Officials highlighted The Everything Automotive platform has a brand new look combined with valuable features to improve the member experience throughout the shopping process. New features incorporated into ... [Read More]
5 factors pointing to possible credit squeeze
Friday, Feb. 5, 2016, 04:39 PM
Nick Zulovich, Editor
Without being too much of an alarmist, Cox Automotive economist Tom Webb asked a question that perhaps auto finance company executives are pondering as well: Are financial markets pointing to credit contraction? Webb delved into the topic as a part ... [Read More]
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Ally maintains value of used-car portfolio
Friday, Feb. 5, 2016, 04:37 PM
Nick Zulovich, Editor
Ally Financial reported that $14.8 billion of its $41 billion in total auto financing originations in 2015 stemmed from installment contracts for used vehicles. The figure marked a rise of $3.1 billion year-over-year. Chief executive officer Jeffrey Brown reiterated why ... [Read More]
3 tips to help F&I managers avoid burnout
Friday, Feb. 5, 2016, 04:31 PM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
SubPrime 125 honoree Auto Credit Express shared a blog post this week with three suggestions for dealerships to help their F&I managers since they fill such a critical role in moving metal. Billed as a way to keep these managers ... [Read More]
CFPB acknowledges key point in TMCC settlement
Wednesday, Feb. 3, 2016, 05:11 PM
Nick Zulovich, Editor
Both the Department of Justice and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau sent out press releases on Tuesday afternoon reporting the settlement the agencies made to resolve allegations that Toyota Motor Credit engaged in a pattern or practice of discrimination against African-American ... [Read More]
Elements in place to keep terms long
Wednesday, Feb. 3, 2016, 05:06 PM
Nick Zulovich, Editor
Kelley Blue Book estimated the average transaction price (ATP) for new vehicles in the United States climbed to $34,112 in January, representing an increase of $919 or 2.8 percent year-over-year. To keep that metal moving out of dealership inventory and ... [Read More]
3 benefits of Scan123, Auto/Mate integration
Wednesday, Feb. 3, 2016, 05:04 PM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
This week, Scan123 announced the integration of its electronic document management system with Auto/Mate Dealership Systems. Officials said the integration can help dealers transition to a paperless environment, streamline workflow and help them to comply with federal law. “Integrating our system ... [Read More]
Toyota’s captive faces markup cap, $21.9M in restitution
Tuesday, Feb. 2, 2016, 09:06 PM
Nick Zulovich, Editor
Some components of Toyota Motor Credit’s settlement with the Department of Justice and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau released on Tuesday are similar to what the regulators reached with American Honda Finance last summer. The Justice Department and the CFPB ... [Read More]
Nominations sought for The CEO Issue
Tuesday, Feb. 2, 2016, 03:01 PM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
Chief executive officers flourishing in the subprime auto finance space juggle a host of responsibilities. They develop sensible strategies and lead teams to execute those plans, all the while remaining competitive and compliant with growing regulatory burdens. In an effort ... [Read More]
SCUSA aware of softening market share
Monday, Feb. 1, 2016, 05:01 PM
Nick Zulovich, Editor
Santander Consumer USA highlighted that its auto financing originations moved higher both during the fourth quarter and for the full year. However, the finance company that also serves as the captive for Fiat Chrysler Automobiles acknowledged it lost market share. And ... [Read More]
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