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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

From the editor: 20 honorees among 2025 Women in Collections and Recoveries

Wednesday, Mar. 5, 2025, 01:50 PM
Nick Zulovich, Senior Editor
Cherokee Media Group is proud to recognize this year’s Women in Collections and Recoveries, presented by American Recovery Service. We were privileged to receive a record number of nominations for this program, leading to 20 industry leaders being recognized. The ... [Read More]

MBSi unveils new tool to automatically verify lienholder changes to avoid wrongful repossessions

Wednesday, Mar. 5, 2025, 09:39 AM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
With wrongful repossessions costing finance companies and forwarders up to an estimated $1 million annually, MBSi has introduced a solution which significantly reduces lien lost risk and associated costs. MBSi highlighted on Tuesday that Lien Verification is a new product ... [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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Former Corpay, Primeritus exec now COO of Resolvion

Wednesday, Mar. 5, 2025, 09:38 AM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
Resolvion has a new chief operating officer. On Tuesday, the repossession management company announced that it has appointed Darren Stavely as its COO. With more than 20 years of experience in operations, finance, and customer service, Resolvion highlighted that Stavely ... [Read More]

Hoffman becomes president of APCO Holdings

Tuesday, Mar. 4, 2025, 10:14 AM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
APCO Holdings named Courtney Hoffman as its president on Tuesday. The provider of F&I products — and home to the EasyCare, GWC Warranty, Crystal Fusion and Rider’s Advantage brands — said Hoffman will also continue leading the revenue channel and ... [Read More]

Report: 70% of consumers plan to buy a car within next 2 years

Monday, Mar. 3, 2025, 10:16 AM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
If your finance company chooses to book contracts with near- and non-prime consumers, you’re likely to have a notable pool of potential customers in the next 24 months. According to the 2025 Vehicle Accessibility Report from Open Lending, 70% of ... [Read More]

CFPB director nominee shares plan to reshape bureau during Senate hearing

Friday, Feb. 28, 2025, 10:05 AM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
The Senate Banking Committee hosted a two-hour hearing on Thursday to question the nominee to be director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, along with nominees to be the Under Secretary of Commerce, chairman of the Council of Economic Advisors ... [Read More]

15 credit unions and banks receive Economic Vehicle Accessibility Awards from Open Lending

Thursday, Feb. 27, 2025, 10:38 AM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
This week, Open Lending announced the 2024 winners of its second annual Economic Vehicle Accessibility Awards (EVAAs). The winning banks and credit unions are Open Lending partners that drive vehicle access through financing opportunities for creditworthy near- and non-prime borrowers. ... [Read More]

ARA about to close voting for 9 industry awards

Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2025, 01:52 PM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
The American Recovery Association is in the closing days of accepting votes for nine industry awards that will be given at the 2025 North American Repossessors Summit. ARA will gather votes through Friday for the accolades, which will be announced ... [Read More]

Agora Data delves into powersports sector with $12M transaction

Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2025, 11:02 AM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
Agora Data is now in the powersports business. The consumer fintech company specializing in advanced capital solutions and AI-driven loan performance analytics, has completed a $12 million transaction providing liquidity for Model Finance, a powersports finance company. This move represents ... [Read More]

New AVP set to join NextGear, which eyes notable growth this year

Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2025, 11:01 AM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
NextGear Capital is looking to expand its portfolio this year, so the provider of inventory finance solutions serving more than 17,000 independent dealers announced plans to add a new executive. Set to join the team as AVP of corporate operations ... [Read More]

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