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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

Northwood University, EFG Companies Join Forces for Broad F&I Training Program

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Monday, Sep. 22, 2014, 03:29 PM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
Northwood University and EFG Companies recently formed a national partnership to drive what they’re calling a greater opportunity and development of tomorrow’s retail automotive leaders.  Under this new agreement, EFG and Northwood University say they will “pave the way for ... [Read More]

Black Book: Watch Equity Trends as Loan Terms Stretch

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Monday, Sep. 22, 2014, 03:25 PM
Nick Zulovich, Editor
Black Book isn’t just pitching its products and services to finance companies nowadays. Its analysts and staff are trying to emphasize to executives and managers who watch loan-to-value ratios and overall portfolio status about how much risk is building and ... [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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Finance Company Notes: Latest ABS from CPS and Share Purchase by Credit Acceptance

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Friday, Sep. 19, 2014, 03:40 PM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
Both Credit Acceptance Corp. and Consumer Portfolio Services made financial announcements this week; one a tender offer to purchase its own shares of common stock and the other the closing of its third term securitization of the year. Starting with ... [Read More]

AFSA, NADA Defend Industry During Latest CFPB Field Hearing

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Friday, Sep. 19, 2014, 03:31 PM
Nick Zulovich, Editor
The ongoing debate over how the F&I process should unfold inflamed again in the heart of the Midwest. As consumer advocates and attorneys made scathing accusations about unscrupulous activities that amounted to practices such as payment packing, yo-yo financing and ... [Read More]

Reynolds and OADA Partner to Unveil Ohio F&I Library

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Friday, Sep. 19, 2014, 03:24 PM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
Reynolds and Reynolds this week launched of the Reynolds LAW Ohio F&I Library, a comprehensive catalog of standardized, legally reviewed finance and insurance documents available to dealers in the Buckeye State. Officials highlighted the Reynolds LAW brand library of forms ... [Read More]

EXCLUSIVE: Hackett Analyzes CFPB’s 3 Latest Moves

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Thursday, Sep. 18, 2014, 04:20 PM
Nick Zulovich, Editor
In an exclusive interview with SubPrime Auto Finance News, Hudson Cook partner and former assistant director at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Rick Hackett offered quick-hitting analysis of the three main segments of the CFPB’s latest moves in connection with ... [Read More]

CFPB Wants More Auto Oversight Authority

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Thursday, Sep. 18, 2014, 03:18 AM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
If a finance company makes, acquires, or refinances 10,000 or more vehicle loans or leases in a year, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is looking to become that operation’s primary regulator stemming from a proposal released late on Wednesday. The ... [Read More]

Hudson Cook Brings Another Former CFPB Official to Firm

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Wednesday, Sep. 17, 2014, 03:47 PM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
Hudson Cook bolstered its partner roster of former high-ranking enforcers who held roles at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and the Federal Trade Commission. This week, the law firm added Lucy Morris as a partner in its Washington, D.C. office. ... [Read More]

Santander’s Nearly $300M Deal for Canada’s Carfinco Has US Connection

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Wednesday, Sep. 17, 2014, 03:45 PM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
Contained in this week’s announcement about Banco Santander entering into an agreement to acquire Canadian-based Carfinco Financial Group Inc. for $298 million (CDN) in cash is a stipulation about non-prime auto finance interests in the U.S. As part of the ... [Read More]

VTS Addresses 2 Major Compliance Concerns with Enhancement

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Wednesday, Sep. 17, 2014, 03:43 PM
SubPrime Auto Finance News Staff
Here’s a development that ought to be welcome news to auto finance companies, forwarding organizations and repossession agencies: an enhanced compliance tool that’s now available at a lower price. This week, compliance monitoring provider Vendor Transparency Solutions launched VTS 2.0 ... [Read More]

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