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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

GMAC Revs Up Initiatives to Drive Dealer Business

Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2008, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
SOUTHFIELD, Mich. — GMAC Insurance recently detailed its growth plans for 2008. The company's initiatives include launching a one-stop site for dealers that consolidates its products, a new organizational structure and more. "While the majority of competitors traditionally focus solely on ... [Read More]

Manchester Seeks Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Protection

Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2008, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
DALLAS — Manchester and each of its subsidiaries recently announced that they have filed for protection under Chapter 11 of the Federal Bankruptcy Code. Rick Gaines, Manchester's newly appointed president and chief executive officer said, "Manchester filed for bankruptcy protection due ... [Read More]

DealerTrack Outlines New Business Developments

Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2008, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y. — The National Auto Dealers Association's annual convention proved to be an extremely busy announcement time for DealerTrack. The company unveiled a new partnership with JMsolutions, enhancements to its InventoryPro solution, red flag compliance assistance, hitting a new ... [Read More]

Leedom Buys Horse Power

Thursday, Feb. 7, 2008, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
SARASOTA, Fla. — The Leedom Group recently made an acquisition that could help push the company into the advertising and marketing sector, according to officials. The Leedom Group bought Horse Power Ads, a nationwide marketing and advertising company that has specialized in ... [Read More]

RpmOne Updates Drive Card Program

Thursday, Feb. 7, 2008, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
JUPITER, Fla. — RpmOne recently announced that its RpmOne Drive Card program is now accessible through the Internet. Dealer-customers can handle applications and sales transactions, as well and manage their Drive Card accounts through the Web, officials noted. In 2005, the ... [Read More]

ADI Workshop Dates, Leader Announced

Thursday, Feb. 7, 2008, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — The dates and workshop leader for the Automotive Dealership Institute's Automotive Financing School have been set, according to officials from The Banking Academy and The Asian Banker. The program will be led by professor Marguerite Watanabe, ADI's director of international ... [Read More]

ADESA Acquires PADE

Thursday, Feb. 7, 2008, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
CARMEL, Ind. — ADESA made a major move Thursday as officials announced it has acquired the Pennsylvania Auto Dealers' Exchange in York, Pa. According to officials, the facility is to be renamed ADESA PA and will help solidify the company's presence in the mid-Atlantic ... [Read More]

MAFS Reaches New Annual Milestone

Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2008, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
ATLANTA — Manheim Auto Financial Services announced today that it set a new record in 2007 — 1 million new-vehicle floor-planning originations.   To celebrate, MAFS leaders traveled to Manheim Nevada to personally reward the buyer of the 1 millionth unit. "If I could sum ... [Read More]

HSBC Auto Finance Partners with Flatiron Company

Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2008, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
PROSPECT HEIGHTS, Ill. — HSBC Finance Corp.'s auto finance business recently announced an alliance with Peak5, a Flatiron Financial Services Co., to remarket Peak5 vehicles at the nationwide network of auctions used by HSBC. HSBC said it will offer its Seven-Day ... [Read More]

Finance Express, Detroit Trading Co. Form Alliance

Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2008, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA, Calif. — Finance Express and Detroit Trading Co., recently announced that they have entered into an alliance. As part of the alliance, the companies said they will work together to create an exclusive private-label finance lead acquisition ... [Read More]

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