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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TruDecision’s Parry defends current status of subprime auto finance
Monday, May. 11, 2026, 11:52 AM
Metrics that formed April’s Dealertrack Credit Availability Index ‘masked a more complex picture’
Tuesday, May. 12, 2026, 10:08 AM
NAF Association reveals next recipients of Jack Tracey Pinnacle Award & Summit Leadership Award
Friday, May. 8, 2026, 10:56 AM
This Month's Focus
Artificial Intelligence
EY study shows Canadians still cautious about AI but using it more for everyday activities
Monday, May. 11, 2026, 03:00 PM
Carfluent’s new AI tool helps dealerships beat aggregators in searches
Monday, May. 11, 2026, 09:51 AM
ChatGPT app represents the latest step in CarMax’s ongoing AI evolution
Monday, May. 11, 2026, 09:45 AM
Tiger Okeley describes what it’s like for BHPH dealers during another turbulent year
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
Tuesday, May. 12, 2026, 01:47 PM
SPONSORED EPISODE: Know your Buyer & Grow your Lot
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
Tuesday, May. 12, 2026, 09:20 AM
FICO’s Shams Blanc on lenders sharpening underwriting & more
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
Wednesday, Apr. 29, 2026, 03:54 PM
Opportunities Abundant in Subprime
Friday, Dec. 5, 2014, 02:48 PM
Joe Overby, Staff Writer
Much of the business at Matthews Motors in Clayton, N.C., is from customers in subprime credit tiers. Fulfilling the needs of this segment is something of which store owner Steve Matthews understands the importance and opportunity. “There will always be ... [Read More]
AFSA Supports Trade Association Petition on TCPA
Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2014, 04:59 PM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
The American Financial Services Association recently sent a letter to the Federal Communications Commission, again stressing what officials called the need for more sensible rules implementing the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA). AFSA insisted that penalties of up to $1,500 ... [Read More]
Resource Hub
Best Practices, Ideas, and Tools for Business
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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CFPB Allegations Against American Honda Finance
Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2014, 04:57 PM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
First, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and the U.S. Department of Justice delivered notices to Toyota Motor Credit Corp., alleging discriminatory practices regarding vehicle financing. Now, American Honda Finance revealed it also received the same allegations from these federal regulators. ... [Read More]
Black Book Pushes LTVs as Key Indicator of Loss Severity
Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2014, 04:54 PM
Nick Zulovich, Editor
Black Book vice president of data licensing Jared Kalfus described the industry “crossroads” finance company executives are assessing based on his first-hand conversations at last month’s Used Car Week in Las Vegas. What has finance company leadership pondering which way ... [Read More]
Regulators’ Letter Says Toyota Motor Credit Discriminates
Monday, Dec. 1, 2014, 09:02 PM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
Toyota Motor Credit Corp. acknowledged in documents filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission this past Friday that the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and the U.S. Department of Justice sent a letter to the captive finance company alleging discriminatory practices regarding ... [Read More]
Hudson Cook Hosting Free Webinar on Debt Collection
Monday, Dec. 1, 2014, 03:16 PM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
Hudson Cook is keeping a watchful eye on a pair of developments regarding debt collections and the regulatory impact on finance companies. The firm indicated the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and the Federal Trade Commission filed several enforcement actions relating ... [Read More]
Vehicle Loan Amounts Reach Record Highs
Monday, Dec. 1, 2014, 03:13 PM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
Perhaps Experian Automotive found another part of what is the “new normal” in auto financing as analysts determined that the average dollar amount for both new- and used-vehicle loans reached all-time highs in the third quarter. According to the latest ... [Read More]
Auto Title Express to Reopen Monroe Office
Wednesday, Nov. 26, 2014, 04:11 PM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
To complete the rebuilding process from a natural disaster, Auto Title Express, a registered trade name of Dealertrack Registration and Titling Services-Louisiana, announced the grand opening of its new Monroe, La., location is set for Monday. Officials highlighted the grand ... [Read More]
VMI & USAA to Provide New Financing and Exclusive Incentives on Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles
Wednesday, Nov. 26, 2014, 04:09 PM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
Vantage Mobility International (VMI) recently announced an agreement with USAA that will make it easier for USAA members to secure a wheelchair accessible vehicle. Under the agreement, USAA members can apply directly for financing from USAA and access special promotional ... [Read More]
Q3 Originations Rise to Highest Amount in Nearly 10 Years
Wednesday, Nov. 26, 2014, 03:58 PM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
The new and used vehicles moving out of dealership showrooms and their installment contracts filling finance company portfolios are now producing an origination pace not seen in almost a decade. The Federal Reserve Bank of New York’s Q3 2014 Household ... [Read More]
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