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Agora Data’s Matt Burke on becoming NAF Association president
Friday, Jun. 19, 2026, 01:00 AM
Agora Data’s Steve Burke was one of the founders of the National Automotive Finance Association 30 years ago. Now in 2026, Steve Burke’s son, Matt, not only is a top executive at Agora Data, but he is also now president ... Listen Here
Experian’s Melinda Zabritski discusses ongoing stretching of terms
Friday, Jun. 12, 2026, 09:35 AM
The latest appearance on the Auto Remarketing Podcast by Melinda Zabritski, Experian’s head of automotive financial insights and Automotive Intelligence Award recipient, focused on auto-loan terms, which oftentimes are at least 72 months nowadays. Zabritski also compared a data point ... Listen Here
Forming the Transport Queens with Amber Gosney of SYCN Auto Logistics
Tuesday, Jun. 2, 2026, 01:30 PM
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LendingTreeAutos.com Goes Live

Tuesday, Dec. 15, 2009, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — On Monday, Tree.com announced the launch of LendingTreeAutos.com, which in addition to helping consumers obtain auto loans, will also assist consumers in deciding which vehicle to purchase next. The new site is designed to provide a variety of ... [Read More]

First Investors Curtails Originations

Thursday, Dec. 10, 2009, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
HOUSTON — Discussing latest earnings this week, First Investors Financial Services' management reported that its decision to curtail originations had an impact on results.  And while the company is seeing originations improve, the curtailment did play a factor in rises in both its ... [Read More]

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Evaluating VPP Cancellation Systems: 7 Questions Every Lender Should Ask

Selecting the right VPP cancellation system is critical to maintaining compliance, maximizing recoveries, and improving operational efficiency. As regulatory requirements...
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Auto lenders spent on AI. Here’s what paid off.

A panel of auto-lending leaders — CEOs of subprime auto finance companies, VPs of Collections, CROs, indirect-lending executives at two...
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Experian Automotive Dealer Fraud Threat Report

Fraud is Hitting Dealerships Hard When one bad deal can erase tens of thousands in profit, fraud becomes impossible to...
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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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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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Mint Leasing Makes Major Vehicle Purchase for Corporate Customers

Thursday, Dec. 10, 2009, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
HOUSTON — The Mint Leasing used a portion of its previously announced $10 million credit facility to purchase 61 vehicles for a trio of corporate clients. Mint Leasing bought all of the vehicles from Fred Haas Toyota Country, a Houston-area dealership. ... [Read More]

Lee Auto Malls Acquires Linnehan’s Credit Now

Thursday, Dec. 10, 2009, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
AUBURN, Maine — Lee Auto Malls, a 73-year-old family dealership group, recently acquired the assets of Linnehan's Credit Now and Atlantic Acceptance Corp. to create one of the largest used-vehicle operations in the state. Lee already operates 12 franchise stores primarily ... [Read More]

Experian Webinar Takes In-Depth Look into Auto Finance Market Trends

Thursday, Dec. 10, 2009, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. — On Wednesday, Experian Automotive reported that rising average credit scores on both new and used loans, a downswing in delinquency rate growth and lower at-risk loan values have been pointing toward stabilization in the market. More specifically, Melinda ... [Read More]

O’Neil: DealerTrack Reaches 800th Financing Source; Better Days May be Ahead for Industry

Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2009, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y. — DealerTrack officials announced Monday that the company reached a new threshold of active financing sources connected to their network. That number now stands at 800, according to Mark O'Neil, chairman and chief executive officer of DealerTrack. Company executives ... [Read More]

Mitsubishi Now Offering Zero-Percent Financing to Sam’s Club Members

Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2009, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
BENTONVILLE, Ark. — Available exclusively through the Sam's Club Auto Buying Program, an alternative to the traditional method of buying a car or truck, Mitsubishi Motors announced it is now offering special APR and lease rates to members of this big box franchise.  ... [Read More]

Fed: Average Amount Financed at Auto Lenders Hits New High

Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2009, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
WASHINGTON, D.C. — According to the Federal Reserve, the average amount financed on new-car loans at auto lenders is on an upswing. After plummeting to $24,405 in August, perhaps in a reflection of the tight credit markets, this figure has now ... [Read More]

Daimler Truck Financial Captures Top Honor from ATD

Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2009, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich. — Despite an extremely tough environment, Daimler Truck Financial boasted today that it has achieved the No. 1 ranking in the annual dealer satisfaction survey conducted by the American Truck Dealers, a division of the National Automobile Dealers ... [Read More]

DBRS Requests Feedback for U.S. Retail Auto Loan Rating Methodology

Thursday, Dec. 3, 2009, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
NEW YORK — Executives from DBRS recently made the request for comments on the proposed rating methodology for U.S. asset-backed transactions backed by retail auto loans. The company said the deadline for all comment submissions is Dec. 18. Individuals can send comments ... [Read More]

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