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Matt Babcock of Wolters Kluwer on how digital transformation continues to gain steam in auto financing
Matt Babcock, who heads up digital lending product strategy for Wolters Kluwer, returned for another visit on the Auto Remarketing Podcast. Wolter Kluwer recently released its latest quarterly Auto Finance Digital Transformation Index. Babcock recapped the sustained upward trajectory the ... Listen Here
SPONSORED EPISODE: The Buy Online Shift & What Dealers Need to Know Now
In this sponsored episode of the Auto Remarketing Podcast, Cox Automotive’s Jeri Reichel joins us to speak to the evolving Buy Online experience. She shares more about how shopper expectations are changing and what dealers should understand and do as ... Listen Here
The Spark Between EVs & CPO
In light of electric vehicle maker VinFast launching a certified pre-owned program in the U.S., Auto Remarketing senior editor Joe Overby connects with leaders from the EV space to discuss why the segment is a natural fit for CPO and ... Listen Here
House Financial Service Committee Chairman Again Questions CFPB’s Powers
Nick Zulovich
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Is it easier for the U.S. to unleash a military strike in the Middle East than it is to counter a decision issued by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau? The chairman of the U.S. House Financial Services ... [Read More]
Huertas: Direct Lending and the Future of Auto Finance
Nick Zulovich
SKOKIE, Ill. — The auto lending market has been dominated by indirect lenders with very few companies that have both direct and indirect lending operations. The current state of the auto finance industry is marked by aggressive competition looking for ... [Read More]
Dealertrack Introduces New Fair Lending Compliance Resources
Nick Zulovich
LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y. — Dealertrack Technologies unveiled a new tool this week meant to assist dealerships in developing a fair lending policy and better defend themselves in credit discrimination audits. The company introduced an Equal Credit Opportunity Act Model Fair ... [Read More]
Sonic Automotive Taps CU Direct Connect as a Preferred Lender
Nick Zulovich
CENTENNIAL, Colo. — CU Direct Connect announced this week that it has signed an agreement with Sonic Automotive to be a preferred lender for the dealer group's stores in Colorado. Officials indicated the agreement became effective on Aug. 1. CU ... [Read More]
Zurich Automotive Spells Out 7 Steps for Red Flags Rule Compliance
Nick Zulovich
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. — With compliance associated with mandates issued by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau creating quite an industry stir nowadays, Zurich Automotive revisited regulations that are a little older but still vital to day-to-day operations at dealerships. Zurich reiterated ... [Read More]
CarHop Adds 3 BHPH Stores, Broadens Footprint into South Dakota
Nick Zulovich
EDINA, Minn. — CarHop has continued to add to its network of buy-here, pay-here dealerships, venturing into another state among its three newest stores. The company is now moving metal at lots near San Diego, another in Pueblo, Colo., and ... [Read More]
US Equity Advantage Celebrates 10th Anniversary with 7 Milestones
Nick Zulovich
ORLANDO, Fla. — This year as US Equity Advantage celebrates its 10th year in business as a provider of biweekly and custom consumer loan acceleration services to the automotive industry, the company highlighted several milestone achievements. Those accomplishments include: —A ... [Read More]
Ally Financial Teams with Wolters Kluwer to Expand Reach of RV Financing Through AppOne Platform
Nick Zulovich
DETROIT — Ally Financial and Wolters Kluwer Financial Services announced that Ally has started to accept recreation vehicle finance applications through Wolters Kluwer's AppOne dealer portal. The companies explained AppOne is a Web-based platform that can provide Ally and its ... [Read More]
RouteOne Unveils New Financing Product to Cater to Online Buyers
Nick Zulovich
FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich. — This morning, RouteOne launched FinanceConnect, what the company highlighted as a new digital consumer credit application that can enable dealers to create a compelling and unique online shopping experience to drive sales and financing growth. "More ... [Read More]
CNA National and RoadVantage Form Alliance to Promote VSCs, F&I Programs and More
Nick Zulovich
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — CNA National, a provider of vehicle service contracts and reinsurance programs, recently formed an alliance with F&I program provider RoadVantage. The companies are joining forces to market a full suite of ancillary products to dealerships nationwide. Officials ... [Read More]
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