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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

CNW: December Subprime Credit Applications Jump Sharply

Tuesday, Dec. 20, 2011, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
BANDON, Ore. — According to the latest data from CNW Research, all credit application categories posted significant increases in December versus a year ago — especially subprime. In fact, subprime made the largest jump of the three categories CNW listed, ... [Read More]

Study: Consumer Burden to File for Bankruptcy Rises

Tuesday, Dec. 20, 2011, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
ALEXANDRIA, Va. — The Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act of 2005 (BAPCPA) made the bankruptcy system cumbersome and costlier to use for both debtors and bankruptcy professionals, according to a recent study funded by the American Bankruptcy Institute ... [Read More]

Westlake’s Team-Building Event Aids Boys & Girls Club

Thursday, Dec. 15, 2011, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
LOS ANGELES — Mixing work with help this holiday season, Westlake Financial Services and its volunteering division P.A.L.S. (People Affecting Lives through Service), together built 20 bicycles to donate to children from the Boys & Girls Club of East Los ... [Read More]

CPS Announces the Closing of Its Third Term Securitization

Thursday, Dec. 15, 2011, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
IRVINE, Calif. —Consumer Portfolio Services revealed Wednesday the closing of its third term securitization in 2011. The transaction is CPS's fourth senior subordinate securitization since 1993.  "In the transaction, qualified institutional buyers purchased $119.4 million of asset-backed notes secured by ... [Read More]

Dealer & Lender Strategy Weighs Greatly on TransUnion’s 2012 Delinquency Forecast

Thursday, Dec. 15, 2011, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
CHICAGO — TransUnion analysts credited shrewd decisions by dealers and lenders for pushing their 2012 auto loan delinquency projections higher than readings expected as this year closes. TransUnion indicated this week that the ratio of borrowers 60 or more days ... [Read More]

BMW Financial Lures Customers to Site with Chance for Free London Olympics Trip

Thursday, Dec. 15, 2011, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J. — In preparation for the 2012 London Olympic games, BMW Financial customers can now log into the company’s My BMW website to enter the running for a grand prize trip to these games, including airfare and other ... [Read More]

DealerTrack to Host Free Compliance Webinar

Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2011, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y. — DealerTrack is hosting the second of a free two-part Webinar series designed to highlight the most critical compliance issues dealerships face today. DealerTrack compliance counsel Randy Henrick is set to be part of the session scheduled ... [Read More]

Hudson Cook Adds Three Attorneys & Opens New England Offices

Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2011, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
HANOVER, Md. — Hudson Cook LLP recently announced the addition of three attorneys and the opening of the firm’s New England offices.  Joining the firm is Lori Desjardins, Thomas Quinn Jr. and Ryan Stinneford — all formerly with Pierce Atwood ... [Read More]

Experian Unveils AutoCheck Mobile for Consumer

Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2011, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. — Already utilized by dealers, Experian Automotive on Tuesday launched AutoCheck Mobile for Consumer. Available through both Android and iPhone devices, Experian highlighted the new application can provide used-vehicle buyers with access to AutoCheck vehicle history reports. Officials ... [Read More]

NAC Rolls out 24-Hour Online Claims Submission Service

Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2011, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
WESTERVILLE, Ohio — This week, vehicle service contract provider NAC announced an expansion of its online technology platform to now include a new 24-hour online claims submission service. Designed to address the efficiency gaps and time-of-day restrictions vehicle dealership service ... [Read More]

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