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Artificial Intelligence
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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

Finance Express Buys Tracker from Manheim

Thursday, May. 31, 2007, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA, Calif. — Finance Express recently announced that it has purchased the Tracker Dealer Management System from Manheim. Executives said that, while the Tracker product will no longer be offered for sale, they plan to provide technical support for ... [Read More]

CarMax Looks to Continue Growth Strategy, Capture More Market Share

Thursday, May. 31, 2007, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
RICHMOND, Va. — CarMax recently released its annual report, which discusses all aspects of business, including the president's forecast that the company could double its footprint in the next five years. As the company's primary focus is selling used vehicles to ... [Read More]

NABD Shares Industry Benchmarks

Thursday, May. 24, 2007, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
LAS VEGAS — At the National Alliance of Buy-Here, Pay-Here Dealers Conference in mid-May, Ken Shilson, founder of the group, presented new annual industry benchmarks. NABD worked with Subprime Analytics and NCM Associates to collect and compile the data. The 2006 ... [Read More]

MatchMyRide.com Offers Free Listing Services for Dealers

Thursday, May. 24, 2007, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
MAPLEWOOD, N.J. — In 2005, Anthony Santora created MatchMyRide.com to serve as a bridge between automotive buyers and sellers. The site was primarily launched to connect private sellers to buyers. However, after moving more than 4,000 vehicles in the first ... [Read More]

MAFS Opens Eight New Dealer Service Centers

Thursday, May. 24, 2007, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
ATLANTA — Manheim Automotive Financial Services recently announced the opening of eight new dealer service centers throughout the U.S. According to officials, all centers will provide the company's range of financial services, in addition to other Manheim products, including Simulcast and ... [Read More]

CIQ/Voisys and AFS Software Partner for New CRM Solution, More

Thursday, May. 24, 2007, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
CLEARWATER, Fla., and CAREFREE, Ariz. — CIQ/Voisys and AFS Software recently announced their collaboration on a new customer relationship management solution — CustomerIQ — created specifically for the needs of the CIQ/Voisys dealership base. The new CRM program can provide stores with lead ... [Read More]

AmeriCredit Sees Results from Bay View, Long Beach Acquisitions

Thursday, May. 17, 2007, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
FORT WORTH, Texas – AmeriCredit celebrated the one-year anniversary of its Bay View Acceptance Corp. acquisition during its third fiscal quarter. Despite the fact that company is still integrating Bay View and Long Beach, officials said they are starting to ... [Read More]

DealerTrack Partners with Manheim, Sundaram Discusses Market Trends

Thursday, May. 17, 2007, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y. — DealerTrack recently announced its partnership with Manheim to work together on inventory management products. The two companies came to an alliance under which DealerTrack will provide its InventoryPro management solution to Manheim's POINT customers. Manheim officials said ... [Read More]

AppOne Adds New Executives, Expands Footprint

Thursday, May. 17, 2007, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
BATON ROUGE, La. — AppOne announced it has added several new employees: Felix Carballo, Chris Kimmel, Keith Coulon, Alex Adarmes, Lauren Jarreau, Christopher Matt, Ken Bird, Troy Gleaves, Billy Good, Brandi Cline-Kelly, Lucy Guevara, Louise Montoya and Blanca Robles.  Carballo joins ... [Read More]

Ren’T’Own Program Adds Floor Planning

Thursday, May. 17, 2007, 12:00 AM
Nick Zulovich
BURNSVILLE, Minn. — Ren'T'Own Auto Inc. and Dealer Services Corp. of Indiana recently announced a new partnership. Under this agreement, Indiana-based DSC will provide financing for Ren'T'Own inventory for approved auto dealers, according to officials. "In our 17 years of experience ... [Read More]

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