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The Spark Between EVs & CPO
In light of electric vehicle maker VinFast launching a certified pre-owned program in the U.S., Auto Remarketing senior editor Joe Overby connects with leaders from the EV space to discuss why the segment is a natural fit for CPO and ... Listen Here
Vincenzo Ciampi of iA Financial Group
Next up on the Canada’s Used Car Week Live Stage is Vincenzo Ciampi . who is senior vice president, of auto finance and dealer services for Canada at iA Financial Group. Ciampi talks with Cherokee Media Group’s Joe Overby about ... Listen Here
Ted Berlovich of Clutch
Continuing the discussions from the Live Stage at Canada’s Used Car Week, senior editor Joe Overby connects with Ted Berlovich, director of wholesale at online used-car retailer Clutch. Berlovich explained the company’s wholesale process, how the company handles some of ... Listen Here
Asbury Selects DealerTrack as DMS Provider, More
Nick Zulovich
NEW YORK and LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y. — Asbury announced this week that it has selected DealerTrack as its DMS solutions and technology partner. Asbury's 124 new vehicle franchises currently use DMS systems from three other providers, but will begin systematically replacing ... [Read More]
PIN: Fewer Consumers Showing Negative Equity
Nick Zulovich
WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif. — The percent of consumers upside-down on their trades has continued to decline, according to recent analysis released from Power Information Network. "From the third quarter of 2005 to the same period of this year, this measure has ... [Read More]
CIQ Launches Call Buyer Network for Independents to Capture Leads
Nick Zulovich
CLEARWATER, Fla. — Car Buyer Network, a subsidiary of CIQ, recently launched the Car Buyer Network Lead Service, which is a new service designed specifically for the independent dealer market. According to officials, the new lead service can be a cost ... [Read More]
Bank of the West Joins RouteOne
Nick Zulovich
FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich. — RouteOne recently announced that Bank of the West, a high-performance, full-service regional financial services company, has joined the growing roster of finance sources on its Web-based credit application management system. The bank caters to customers in ... [Read More]
Westlake Financial Names New President
Nick Zulovich
LOS ANGELES — Westlake Financial Services announced a new president this week as Bruce Newmark departed the company. Taking on the responsibilities is Don Hankey, chairman of the board. In related news, Westlake said it has also added two executives — Michael ... [Read More]
PassTime Announces New Partnerships
Nick Zulovich
LITTLETON, Colo. — PassTime USA recently announced two new partnerships designed to add more services to the company's repertoire. To kick off the announcements, PassTime said it has teamed up with Summit Funding Group, a Cincinnati-based leasing and financing company. Thanks ... [Read More]
ADI Adds New Associate Professor
Nick Zulovich
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — The Automotive Dealership Institute has added a new associate professor that is a well-known F&I trainer and consultant in the industry. In a new partnership, Rebecca Chernek, president of Chernek Consulting, has agreed to offer classes to help ... [Read More]
2Loan4Less.com Goes Live
Nick Zulovich
NORTH HOLLYWOOD, Calif. — 2Loan4Less.com is a newly launched free online service which consumers can use to shop for new and used car loans. By offering the ability to compare rates and terms offered by a network of lenders, consumers will ... [Read More]
CIQ/Voisys Improves Internet Finance Leads Program
Nick Zulovich
CLEARWATER, Fla. — CIQ/Voisys, an 800 and Internet-based lead generation system serving the automotive non-prime, prime and lease markets, recently announced the release of a Virtual BDC to enhance its Internet Finance Leads Program. According to officials, the new tool guarantees ... [Read More]
Flex Fund, Copart Partner
Nick Zulovich
YORBA LINDA, Calif. — Flex Fund Financial Services recently announced that it has entered into an operating agreement with Copart. Through the agreement, Flex Fund is partnering with Copart to offer used-car floor planning services for Copart's customers, which include licensed ... [Read More]
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