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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

Special Room Rate for Used Car Week Conferences Expires Today

Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2011, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
CARY, N.C. — As final preparations are made for the Used Car Week Conferences, which will be held Nov. 14–18 in Las Vegas, it was announced the special conference room rate of $200 expires today and cannot be extended. Bill ... [Read More]

Ford Credit President Chosen as AFSA Chair

Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2011, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Revealed late last week, Ford Motor Credit’s president has been installed as the American Financial Services Association’s 2011–2012 chair. John Noone was appointed to the position during the association’s 95th annual meeting in the nation’s Capitol. Commenting ... [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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Nicholas Financial Posts Record 2Q

Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2011, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
CLEARWATER, Fla. — With more location growth on the horizon, Nicholas Financial enjoyed a record second quarter, generating a 39-percent increase in net earnings. The company recently reported its second-quarter net earnings figure rose to $5.520 million from $3.982 million. ... [Read More]

Clarity Services Unveils ID Fraud Product Specifically Designed for Subprime Market

Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2011, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
CLEARWATER, Fla. — Clarity Services, a provider of subprime, thin-file and under-banked consumer data reporting, recently announced the release of its new Clear Subprime ID Fraud solution. The company highlighted Clear Subprime ID Fraud can provide several identity verification elements ... [Read More]

Repo and Recovery Execs to Share Insights at Re3 Conference

Thursday, Oct. 27, 2011, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
CARY, N.C. — Some of the repossession and recovery industries' top executives will offer their insights and best practices for the industry during the brand-new, half-day Re3 Conference, which will take place Nov. 16 in Las Vegas. The Re3 Conference ... [Read More]

SNAAC Sold to Investor Group

Thursday, Oct. 27, 2011, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
CINCINNATI — Security National Automotive Acceptance Corp. announced this week it closed on the sale of the company and its TriStar insurance affiliates to a group of private investors. The existing senior management team, headed by president and chief executive ... [Read More]

GM Financial Prices $900M Receivables-Backed Securities

Thursday, Oct. 27, 2011, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
FORT WORTH, Texas — General Motors Financial revealed Wednesday the pricing of a $900 million offering of automobile receivables-backed securities. The weighted average coupon on the notes to be paid by GM Financial is 2.9 percent. Moreover, the 2011-5 transaction ... [Read More]

CarHop Opens Doors to 4th Chicago-Area Store

Thursday, Oct. 27, 2011, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
CHICAGO — Buy-here, pay-here dealership chain CarHop revealed Wednesday that Chicago-area car shoppers will have another dealership to choose from. The company opened its fourth Chicago-area store yesterday, located at 6039 North Western Avenue; an area which the company asserts ... [Read More]

Fiserv Offers Social Media Strategy for Financial Institutions

Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2011, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
BROOKFIELD, Wis. — As more and more consumers turn to social media in their daily lives, Fiserv believes financial institutions need to be leveraging this platform. The company recently shared some insights into how organizations can add social media to their marketing ... [Read More]

Black Book Launches Collateral Risk Scores for Lenders

Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2011, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
GAINESVILLE, Ga. — Predicting the rate at which a used-model depreciates, or the collateral risk on an auto loan, can be a very difficult task. So how can lenders assess loss severity potential for their portfolios? Black Book believes it has ... [Read More]

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