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COMMENTARY: Inventory acquisition in the AI age
Friday, May. 29, 2026, 01:00 PM
While many dealers have always “trusted their gut,” the old instinct-driven approach to buying used car inventory is quickly becoming obsolete. For decades, dealers relied on a familiar formula: when a vehicle sold, replace it with another one just like ... Read More
AI at car dealerships: a ‘crawl, walk, run’ evolution with data at foundation
Friday, May. 29, 2026, 11:54 AM
When it comes to practical applications of artificial intelligence for car dealers, it’s a marathon, not a sprint. Or a “crawl, walk, run” approach, says QuoreAI founder and CEO Todd Smith. “There’s no (case where you) plug in AI and ... Read More
Marketing for car dealerships in the age of AI
Wednesday, May. 27, 2026, 11:34 AM
There’s no doubt that artificial intelligence is revolutionizing the way companies do business — and the automotive industry is no exception. In fact, most dealers have already embraced AI models and incorporated them into their daily operations. From analyzing data ... Read More
Battery coverage for used EVs with Scott Lear of Dealer Benefit
Wednesday, May. 27, 2026, 08:02 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. Scott Lear, who is president of Dealer Benefit, took ... Listen Here
Cost considerations of fleet management with David Prusinski of VMS
Wednesday, May. 27, 2026, 03:25 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. David Prusinski, who is CEO of Vehicle Management Systems ... Listen Here
TransUnion on intriguing trends involving used cars sold in 2025
Tuesday, May. 26, 2026, 06:42 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. During previous events hosted by Cherokee Media Group, TJ ... Listen Here

CPS Renews Senior Credit Facility

Tuesday, Nov. 27, 2007, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
IRVINE, Calif. — Portfolio Services recently announced that it has renewed one of its $200 million senior revolving warehouse credit facilities for a year. The company said it has $400 million in total senior warehouse capacity. "We are pleased with the ... [Read More]

Consumers Can Now Complain Easier to Federal Reserve

Tuesday, Nov. 20, 2007, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
WASHINGTON, D.C. — It just became easier for consumers to complain to the Federal Reserve about issues with banks and financial institutions. Earlier this week, the Fed introduced Federal Reserve Consumer Help, which is a new centralized resource that consolidates and ... [Read More]

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Best Practices, Ideas, and Tools for Business

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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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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Kia Motor Finance Opens New Southeast Center for Dealers

Tuesday, Nov. 20, 2007, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
AUSTELL, Ga. — Kia Motor Finance Co. recently held grand opening ceremonies for its new Southeast Regional Service Center in Austell, Ga. The new center will provide full retail credit and funding services for Kia dealers in the Southern and Eastern ... [Read More]

Tom Hudson Offers Special Finance (Legal) Tips and Insights

Tuesday, Nov. 20, 2007, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
HANOVER, Md. — This issue's theme is "Special Finance Tips and Insights." Since I do the legal stuff, you'll note the amended title to this article. Insights first: 1. From a legal standpoint, a dealer's contract and related documents (I'm ... [Read More]

MenuVantage Adds Service Payment Plan to Platform

Tuesday, Nov. 20, 2007, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
ORLANDO, Fla. — MenuVantage recently announced that Service Payment Plan has joined its nationwide network of active F&I providers. According to officials, SPP is a leader in administering interest-free payment plans for service contracts on new and used vehicles for both ... [Read More]

Consumers Worry How Mortgage Challenges Will Impact Auto Loans

Thursday, Nov. 15, 2007, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
LOS ANGELES — As the challenges in the subprime mortgage market continue to play out, a new survey indicates that Americans shopping for car loans and other forms of credit are beginning to get nervous. The survey of 1,000 consumers was ... [Read More]

Compli Announces Partnerships to Help Protect Calif. Dealers from Liability

Thursday, Nov. 15, 2007, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
PORTLAND, Ore. — As part of Compli's effort to expand legal protections for dealerships nationwide, it recently announced it has teamed up with Venable to provide California stores with the latest regulatory, compliance-related training content available. Venable, which specializes in ... [Read More]

Non-Prime Lender Joins XpressCredit Platform

Thursday, Nov. 15, 2007, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — XpressCredit recently announced that non-prime lender Merrick Bank has joined its platform to help motorcycle dealers offer indirect loans to their customers.   Merrick Bank is a national non-prime leader in providing boat and RV loans, as well as ... [Read More]

Compliance and Market Challenges Focus of NABD Conference

Thursday, Nov. 15, 2007, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
HOUSTON — About 400 dealers and vendors descended on Houston earlier this week for the National Alliance of Buy-Here, Pay-Here Dealers Underwriting & Collections Conference. As usual, a variety of industry experts, finance professionals and dealers were on hand at the ... [Read More]

First Advantage CREDCO Partners with Advent Resources

Tuesday, Nov. 13, 2007, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
POWAY, Calif. — First Advantage CREDCO announced Monday it has partnered with software company Advent Resources. As part of this deal, the company is planning to use Advent Resources customer relationship management program in its prospector Internet, bankruptcy and lead operations. Officials note ... [Read More]

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