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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

AmeriCredit Prices $600 Million Senior Subordinate Asset-Backed Securitization

Tuesday, May. 18, 2010, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
FORT WORTH, Texas — AmeriCredit announced late last week the pricing of a $600 million offering of automobile receivables-backed securities. This securitization is through lead managers Deutsche Bank Securities, J.P. Morgan and Wells Fargo Securities. Executives mentioned that co-managers are Credit Suisse, ... [Read More]

Consumer Portfolio Services Navigates Difficult First Quarter

Tuesday, May. 18, 2010, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
IRVINE, Calif. — Explaining their recent financial performance as a continued recovery from the "Great Recession," executives from Consumer Portfolio Services detailed a decline in revenue and pretax loss during the first quarter of 2010. CPS indicated that it posted a ... [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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Arizona Central Credit Union Joins Effort to Assist Low-Income Buyers

Tuesday, May. 18, 2010, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
PHOENIX — Arizona Central Credit Union recently partnered with the Northern Arizona Council of Governments to offer a program meant to help low-income individuals purchase a vehicle. Officials explained the basis for Wheels to Work is to assist individuals with limited ... [Read More]

While Prime, Subprime Auto ABS Delinquencies Remain Elevated, Fitch Finds Some Key Improvements That Bode Well for Industry

Tuesday, May. 18, 2010, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
NEW YORK — The performance of auto asset-backed securities is a key factor in investors' and capital markets' appetite for such issuances. And with the auto lending markets tight, keeping a close eye on the performance of prime and subprime vintages ... [Read More]

Ally CEO Reaffirms Company’s Position, Commitment

Thursday, May. 13, 2010, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
DETROIT — Amid reports this week that General Motors might be considering several options that would put the automaker back into auto financing, Ally Financial released a statement Wednesday emphasizing its commitment to and strong position within the auto lending industry. "Ally Financial ... [Read More]

Va. BHPH Dealer Touts Benefits of PaymentVision, Auto Master Integration

Thursday, May. 13, 2010, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
GAITHERSBURG, Md. — C&G Imports, a buy-here, pay-here dealer in Arlington, Va., recently shared how solution integration of PaymentVision and Auto Master helped to enhance security and streamline financial operations for the dealership. The integration combined the solution capabilities of PaymentVision, ... [Read More]

Asset Acceptance Reports on 1Q Progress, Challenges

Thursday, May. 13, 2010, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
WARREN, Mich. — The leadership of Asset Acceptance Capital Corp., a purchaser and collector of charged-off consumer debt, recently detailed how it was encouraged by the progress made in becoming more efficient and increasing purchasing, also noting that the company made strides in certain areas ... [Read More]

Auto Credit Express Forms Partnership to Help Clients Rebuild Credit

Thursday, May. 13, 2010, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
AUBURN HILLS, Mich. — Auto Credit Express has teamed up with United Credit Education Services to roll out a new Web site, FutureCreditScore.com, and offer its clients credit rebuilding services. Thanks to this partnership, AutoCreditExpress customers now have a way to ... [Read More]

iMETRIK Forms New Business Unit to Manage Growth

Tuesday, May. 11, 2010, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
MONTREAL, Quebec — iMETRIK Solutions, a provider of embedded wireless solutions for the buy-here, pay-here dealer industry, recently announced it created a new business unit to handle client growth. Because of steady company advancement during the past five years, executives have rolled ... [Read More]

Comerica: Auto Affordability Hits Nine-Quarter Low

Tuesday, May. 11, 2010, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
DALLAS — Increased interest rates were the primary factor in pushing first-quarter auto affordability down to a more than two-year low, according to Comerica Bank, which released its most recent Auto Affordability Index today. Specifically, it required 23.4 weeks of median ... [Read More]

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