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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

Experian: Wells Fargo Now Holds No. 1 Spot for Overall Market Share

Friday, Dec. 7, 2012, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. — Fueled by its stranglehold on the top spot among used-vehicle lenders, Wells Fargo rose to be No. 1 in market share among all auto finance companies for the first time this year, according to Experian Automotive's Q3 ... [Read More]

CFPB and Justice Department Pledge to Avoid Duplication of Enforcement Efforts

Friday, Dec. 7, 2012, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
WASHINGTON, D.C. — With auto lenders, service providers and dealers being potential targets, the Department of Justice and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau signed an agreement Thursday to strengthen coordination on fair lending enforcement and avoid duplication of their respective ... [Read More]

ARA Looking for Speakers to Fill North American Repossessors Summit Agenda

Friday, Dec. 7, 2012, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
DALLAS — The American Recovery Association is making an open call for speakers to be included in the fifth annual North American Repossessors Summit, which is set for April 26—27. ARA and the NARS 2013 planning committee are looking for ... [Read More]

Experian: Subprime Buyers Constitute Even Larger Majority of Used Financing Market

Wednesday, Dec. 5, 2012, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. — Experian Automotive's Q3 State of the Automotive Finance Market Analysis showed an even higher majority of used-vehicle buyers fall into subprime credit tiers. The report released Tuesday indicated the total subprime financing market for used vehicles in ... [Read More]

FTC Issues Amended Rule on Identity Theft Red Flags

Wednesday, Dec. 5, 2012, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Trade Commission recently announced publication of an interim final rule on identity theft "red flags" that narrows the circumstances under which creditors are covered by the rule. Officials explained Congress directed the FTC along with ... [Read More]

Report: CFPB Organizer Heading for Senate Banking Committee

Wednesday, Dec. 5, 2012, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
WASHINGTON, D.C. — One of the primary architects of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau reportedly is heading for a leading role within the Senate Banking Committee. According to Bloomberg, U.S. Senator-elect Elizabeth Warren will be part of the chamber's banking ... [Read More]

Former NCM Associates Trainer Joins Leedom Group

Wednesday, Dec. 5, 2012, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
SARASOTA, Fla. — Leedom and Associates recently tapped a veteran industry educator and former dealer to be a 20 group moderator, trainer and consultant. Selected for the role was Jay Prassel, according to Leedom Group chief executive officer Chris Leedom. ... [Read More]

TransUnion: Latest Auto Loan Delinquency Rate Change Follows Seasonal Pattern

Monday, Dec. 3, 2012, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
CHICAGO — The seasonal movement TransUnion spotted several times when looking at national auto loan delinquency rates for the second and third quarters of a calendar year unfolded similarly again in 2012. Analysts determined the ratio of borrowers 60 or ... [Read More]

Turner Acceptance Expands Direct Finance Branch Network

Monday, Dec. 3, 2012, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
SKOKIE, Ill. — Turner Acceptance Corp. recently opened its fifth personal loan branch in Illinois. The new branch is located in Burbank. Andres Huertas, Turner's director of direct and merchant financing, highlighted the newest location will complement the company's other ... [Read More]

KAR to Award First Stock Dividend in Company History

Monday, Dec. 3, 2012, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
CARMEL, Ind. — Along with an announcement late last week of another common stock offering, KAR Auction Services' board of directors approved the initiation of a quarterly cash dividend on the company's common stock. The first dividend paid to stockholders ... [Read More]

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