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Impel, Phyron launch AI systems to drive customer engagement through dealership video
Thursday, May. 21, 2026, 02:34 PM
When it comes to capturing customer engagement, video is king. But the busy world of a car dealership isn’t necessarily the best environment for consistently creating effective video content. “Video sells. We’ve known that for years,” said Paul Hepp, director ... Read More
Alfa Recon leverages AI to strengthen data migration
Monday, May. 18, 2026, 11:11 AM
Alfa, provider of Alfa Systems, strengthened its data migration toolbox last week with the launch of Alfa Recon, a new artificial intelligence-enabled reconciliation module. Designed to help customers migrate legacy data and acquired portfolios to Alfa Systems more quickly, more ... Read More
Dealer group C-suite executives examine role of AI at auto retailers
Monday, May. 18, 2026, 10:23 AM
Artificial intelligence in auto retail, says Zeigler Auto Group chief operating officer Sam D’Arc, is in a similar place as digital retail was 4-5 years ago. There’s a lot of excitement, but perhaps not a complete understanding of how AI ... Read More
SPONSORED EPISODE: The Math on Fast-Turn & What the Top 10% of Independent Dealers Are Doing Differently
Thursday, May. 21, 2026, 03:44 PM
Most independent dealers are working harder than ever — and still watching inventory sit. The difference between the stores that are winning right now and the ones that are grinding isn’t budget, market size, or luck. It’s discipline. The top-performing ... Listen Here
Assuring potential buyers about used EV battery health with David Giacobbe of Voltest
Wednesday, May. 20, 2026, 04:01 PM
We continue our episodes of the Auto Remarketing Podcast originating from the Live Stage, which was sponsored by SYCN Auto Logistics, during the Used Car Industry Summit in Miami this spring. One of the key questions buyers ask dealers about ... Listen Here
Why vehicle recalls are becoming more complex and frequent
Wednesday, May. 20, 2026, 03:52 PM
We continue our episodes of the Auto Remarketing Podcast originating from the Live Stage, which was sponsored by SYCN Auto Logistics, during the Used Car Industry Summit in Miami this spring. This conversation features Cherokee Media Group’s Andrew Friedlander and ... Listen Here

MoneyAisle.com Launches Auto Loan Auction for Consumers

Tuesday, May. 4, 2010, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
BURLINGTON, Mass. – MoneyAisle.com has launched what its officials call one of the first online auction places for consumers to get competitive rates on auto loans and refinancing. With a rapidly growing network of banks and credit unions, currently more ... [Read More]

Experian Schedules Webinar to Discuss 2009 Effects on Industry

Thursday, Apr. 29, 2010, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. — Since events of last year so greatly altered how the industry behaves, Experian Automotive planned a free Webinar to share analysis about how much of an impact 2009 has left. The Webinar that will feature Experian's director of ... [Read More]

Capital One Survey Gauges Alternative-Fuel Vehicle Interest

Thursday, Apr. 29, 2010, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
McLEAN, Va. — Capital One Auto Finance recently completed a survey to learn more about how truly interested consumers are in fuel-efficient and alternative-fuel vehicles. Turns out, the majority of consumers who participated are concerned about these attributes of their future ... [Read More]

Strong Auction Values Help Ford Credit Grow Net Income

Thursday, Apr. 29, 2010, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
DEARBORN, Mich. — Describing first-quarter results, Mike Bannister, chairman and chief executive officer of Ford Credit, said net income was bolstered in part by improvements in the used-vehicle auction markets. The company witnessed lower depreciation expense for leased vehicles thanks to higher auction ... [Read More]

AOL Autos Highlights Best April Finance Deals

Thursday, Apr. 29, 2010, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
DETROIT — While perhaps not surprising, Toyota is highlighting the way with strong deals in financing this month, while General Motors and Chrysler are apparently not far behind, according to Gary Hoffman, a correspondent for AOL Autos. "In much of the ... [Read More]

Chrome Systems to Host Free Webinar about Vehicle Descriptions

Tuesday, Apr. 27, 2010, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
PORTLAND, Ore. — Chrome Systems is looking to help dealers and financial institutions reduce risk wherever possible. So, the company has scheduled a free Webinar to discuss how best to minimize investment risks and maximize vehicle profits. This free Webinar is ... [Read More]

NADA Keeps Close Watch of Ongoing Lending Bill Debate in Senate

Tuesday, Apr. 27, 2010, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senate floor activity is particularly important to the National Automobile Dealers Association and dealership management this week. Lawmakers are ramping up consideration of the proposed Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection, which could completely change how dealerships operate, some ... [Read More]

Auto Financial Group, Frankenmuth Credit Union Reach Deal

Tuesday, Apr. 27, 2010, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
HOUSTON — Auto Financial Group, an online provider of residual-based financing products for credit unions, recently announced it has signed an agreement with Frankenmuth Credit Union, a Michigan-based institution. Executives explained the agreement means FCU can offer AFG's DrivingSense as both ... [Read More]

LexisNexis Risk Solutions Rolls Out New Feature

Tuesday, Apr. 27, 2010, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
NEW YORK — A new feature now is available with the LexisNexis Receivables Management Solutions Suite. Officials highlighted that LexisNexis Banko Events Monitoring can automate the process of monitoring bankruptcy events and help collections organizations improve efficiency. They also contend the new ... [Read More]

DriveItNow Unveils Soft Pull Credit Analysis Technology

Thursday, Apr. 22, 2010, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
CINCINNATI — Automobile Consumer Services and DriveItNow Payment Marketing Service recently collaborated on "soft pull" credit analyzing technology. Executives explained how the process works when a consumer clicks the DriveItNow payment button that's displayed on vehicle search listings, dealer Web sites ... [Read More]

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