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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

CarMax to Open First Store in Massachusetts

Tuesday, Sep. 27, 2011, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
RICHMOND, Va. — CarMax announced Monday that soon car buyers in Massachusetts won’t have to travel very far to check out the auto superstore’s used inventory. As of Nov. 16, a new store in North Attleboro, Mass., located at 120 ... [Read More]

Pelican Expands Senior Management Team to Keep Pace with Growth

Tuesday, Sep. 27, 2011, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
CHERRY HILL, N.J. — Pelican Resource Group revealed Monday it is expanding its senior management team in an effort to keep pace with growth and fill key roles. As the subprime and buy-here, pay-here lender continues a national rollout, new ... [Read More]

CU Xpress Lease Ventures into Massachusetts

Tuesday, Sep. 27, 2011, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
HAUPPAUGE, N.Y. — CU Xpress Lease recently signed its first provider in Massachusetts to offer a vehicle lease program first launched back in 2007. CU Xpress Lease's first enrollee in the Bay State is IC Federal Credit Union in Fitchburg, Mass. Founded ... [Read More]

Iowa BHPH Store Ready to Double Sales Thanks to New Funding Source

Tuesday, Sep. 27, 2011, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
SIOUX CITY, Iowa — A stable buy-here, pay-here dealer thirsty for a line of credit so he can stop turning away credit-damaged but potentially profitable customers meets a financial services company eager to find established rooftops with growth potential. That's ... [Read More]

J.D. Byrider Expands Reach in Missouri and Florida

Thursday, Sep. 22, 2011, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
TAMPA, Fla., and INDEPENDENCE, Mo. — J.D. Byrider revealed this week car shoppers looking for buy-here, pay-here dealerships in both Florida and Missouri will now have more options to choose from. With the opening of two new locations, one in ... [Read More]

CNW Reports FICOs for New and Used Buyers Are Up

Thursday, Sep. 22, 2011, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
BANDON, Ore. — CNW Research reported today that the average FICO score for used buyers came in at 622.17 in the opening weeks of September. Meanwhile, on the new-car side, the company said the average FICO score was 691.37. Discussing the ... [Read More]

BMW Financial Services Launches Mobile Website

Thursday, Sep. 22, 2011, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J. — BMW Financial Services announced this week its customers will now have the ability to manage their accounts via their smartphones. After a secure log-in, captive finance customers can now make payment or obtain a payoff quote, ... [Read More]

BHPH Market Growth Sparks Pelican Resource Group’s New Programs & Expansion

Thursday, Sep. 22, 2011, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
CHERRY HILL, N.J. — Steady growth of acquisition and buy-here, pay-here portfolios pushed Pelican Resource Group to launch new bulk and point of sales purchase programs as well as the rollout of a national expansion and a new West Coast ... [Read More]

DealerTrack to Host Free Webinar to Cover Compliance Issues

Tuesday, Sep. 20, 2011, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y. — DealerTrack will be offering a free Webinar tomorrow to discuss critical compliance issues dealerships face in today’s market. The Webinar, scheduled for 2 p.m. ET, will be hosted by DealerTrack compliance counsel Randy Henrick. The event ... [Read More]

First Investors Generates Record First-Quarter Earnings

Tuesday, Sep. 20, 2011, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
HOUSTON — Sparked by strong loan origination growth, First Investors Financial Services Group's 2012 fiscal year got off to a rousing start as the company posted its best-ever quarterly net income level. The company recently revealed its net income soared ... [Read More]

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