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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

Pelican Auto Finance Taps AUL to Be VSC Provider

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Thursday, Apr. 2, 2015, 08:07 PM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
Pelican Auto Finance, which specializes in working with deep subprime consumers, this week selected AUL to be its national vehicle service contract provider. Pelican Auto Finance chief executive officer Troy Cavallaro described AUL as an industry leader in the vehicle ... [Read More]

5 Components of AWARE’s Offering to Help Consumers Understand Financing

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Thursday, Apr. 2, 2015, 08:01 PM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
With Experian Automotive pointing out that more than 80 percent of new vehicles sold last year had some type of financing, the Americans Well-informed on Automobile Retailing Economics (AWARE) Coalition reiterated its stance on how consumers should be as knowledgeable ... [Read More]

Expert Assessment & Tips on How to Handle CFPB Database

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Wednesday, Apr. 1, 2015, 02:28 PM
Nick Zulovich, Editor
A pair of legal experts with decades of compliance experience shared a strategy that might help finance companies clear the latest hurdle placed in front of them by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau — complaints being pushed out online for ... [Read More]

NextGear Capital Makes 3 Leadership Changes

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Wednesday, Apr. 1, 2015, 02:21 PM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
On Wednesday, NextGear Capital announced a trio of senior leadership position appointments; strategic moves officials said were made to position the company to take on more of a focused approach toward its customer service model as it continues to grow. ... [Read More]

NADA Chair: Navigating the Maze of Federal Regulations

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Wednesday, Apr. 1, 2015, 02:18 PM
Bill Fox, NADA
It's clear by now that new-car dealers are not just responsible for facilitating the complex transactions of vehicle sales to the American public, but also for complying with numerous federal and state regulations on a daily basis. And to assist ... [Read More]

GWC Warranty & FlexPath Capital Create Strategic Alliance

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Wednesday, Apr. 1, 2015, 02:14 PM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
Vehicle service contract and related F&I product provider GWC Warranty recently formed a strategic alliance with FlexPath Capital, an independent finance company specializing in servicing customers with non-prime credit in the Southeast and Northeast.  The company highlighted the strategic alliance ... [Read More]

Ally Consolidating in Downtown Detroit

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Tuesday, Mar. 31, 2015, 07:04 PM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
Led by a chief executive officer on the job less than three months, Ally Financial appears to have shown the world that its foundation is clearly in the Motor City. Ally, in a joint announcement on Tuesday with Bedrock Real ... [Read More]

Mark $1.15 Trillion in Student Loans Could Leave

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Monday, Mar. 30, 2015, 03:36 PM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
Larry Dixon, senior manager of market intelligence at NADA Used Car Guide, dissected the possible storm cloud building that could rain on the auto finance parade that’s been marching nicely for more than four years now. While outstanding auto receivables ... [Read More]

Senator Wants More Review of CFPB Rules

Mike Crapo for SPN
Monday, Mar. 30, 2015, 03:32 PM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
Not long after small bank and credit union executives went to Capitol Hill to describe the rule-following load placed on them by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau among other federal regulators, Sen. Mike Crapo introduced legislation he said would ensure ... [Read More]

Equifax Compliance Expert to Host Webinar

regulation and compliance puzzle
Monday, Mar. 30, 2015, 03:27 PM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
A former examiner with the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta now on staff at Equifax will host a compliance webinar aimed at helping finance companies and dealerships handle the impact of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. Cris Larche, senior director ... [Read More]

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