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Urban Science survey: Dealers confident in sales process, wary of AI for lead follow-ups
Friday, May. 15, 2026, 11:48 AM
The sixth annual automotive research study by Urban Science in collaboration with The Harris Poll highlighted that nine in 10 U.S. car buyers said a traditional dealership is their top choice for purchasing a vehicle. Now let’s delve deeper into ... Read More
Bain Survey: Few Companies Ready for Sustainability Rules (24%) Building on three-year partnership, Bain invests in OpenAI Deployment Company
Wednesday, May. 13, 2026, 12:13 PM
Bain & Company today announced an investment in the Deployment Company, a new venture launched by OpenAI with 19 global partners. According to a news release, the OpenAI Deployment Company is built to help businesses deploy artificial intelligence across their ... Read More
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
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

Last Day of NABD Conference

Thursday, May. 8, 2008, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
LAS VEGAS — The last day of the National Alliance of Buy-Here, Pay-Here Dealers conference will take place today. Panels will include topics such as improving underwriting and collections, capital markets, avoiding compliance pitfalls and more. Ken Shilson, founder of the ... [Read More]

DealerTrack Highlights Quarterly Growth

Thursday, May. 8, 2008, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y. — Despite what it called moves by some of its financing source customers to curb credit origination volume, DealerTrack Holdings reported a strong upswing in revenue growth for the first quarter of 2008, the company stated. According to officials, ... [Read More]

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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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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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DriveTime Boosts Credit Facilities

Thursday, May. 8, 2008, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
PHOENIX — DriveTime announced earlier this week that it has significantly expanded the company's primary credit facilities and bolstered its capital. According to officials, DriveTime boosted it warehouse credit facilities on Apr. 29 to a combined $735 million from $500 million. ... [Read More]

Cypress Software Systems Joins NAF Association

Thursday, May. 8, 2008, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, Texas — Cypress Software Systems, which specializes in developing automated credit-application decision support technology, recently announced that the company has become a member of the National Automotive Finance Association. "Our membership with the NAF Association will help us ... [Read More]

Special Finance Convention Releases Dates, Location

Thursday, May. 8, 2008, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
SARASOTA, Fla. — Auto Dealer Monthly recently unveiled the dates and location for its 2008 Special Finance Convention, which is scheduled for Aug. 17 to 19 at the Fairmont in Dallas. "With our educational programs available based on skill and sales ... [Read More]

One Topic Grabs the Minds of Those at NABD This Year

Wednesday, May. 7, 2008, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
LAS VEGAS — The National Alliance of Buy-Here, Pay-Here Dealers wrapped up its first day of workshops Tuesday, and the topic of the day, and perhaps the entire annual conference, was the need for change.  Such speakers as Ingram Walters, Michael ... [Read More]

Another Day Brings Another Round of Experts for NABD

Wednesday, May. 7, 2008, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
LAS VEGAS — Continuing the theme from Tuesday's educational sessions, today's National Alliance of Buy-Here, Pay-Here Dealers' schedule has another round of top industry experts slated to discuss a variety of challenges found in the auto industry. For instance, Tom Kontos, ... [Read More]

Consumer Bankruptcies Spike in April

Tuesday, May. 6, 2008, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
ALEXANDRIA, Va. — Mirroring widespread financial woes in the American economy, the number of the U.S. consumer bankruptcy filings are on a significant upswing, indicated recent findings. According to the American Bankruptcy Institute (using data from the National Bankruptcy Research Center), the ... [Read More]

Daimler Financial Expansion Set to Boost Texas Economy

Tuesday, May. 6, 2008, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
FORT WORTH, Texas — According to recent data from a research group, Daimler Financial Services Americas' upcoming expansion into north Texas could significantly bolster the area's economy and bring more than 200 new jobs. Insight Research of Dallas estimated that the ... [Read More]

Attorneys Offer Free Online Class-Action Lawsuit Prevention Seminar

Tuesday, May. 6, 2008, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
PORTLAND, Ore. — Compli recently announced that two attorneys with industry expertise will be presenting a free online seminar discussing issues pertaining to class-action lawsuits. Aaron Jacoby of Venable, LLP, and Rob Cohen of Auto Advisory Services are hosting "Class Action ... [Read More]

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