Kelley Blue Book’s latest report finds seasonal trends and underwhelming incentives pushed July’s average new vehicle transaction price to $49,855. +
Meramec Secure’s Mike Frosch identifies three high-priority use cases for AI-based anomaly detection in a new white paper published by Warranty News. +
With 70% of new information forgotten in 24 hours, F&I trainers face an uphill battle. NSD’s John Michener makes the case for continuous learning platforms. +
JD Power analysts say the latest Dealer Financing Satisfaction Study proves finance source selection depends largely on the experience they deliver. +
The Credit Availability Index climbed to 105 in July, its highest level since December 2015, but a key indicator declined for the fourth straight month. +
New JD Power data shows growing numbers of premium compact car, compact SUV and midsize SUV owners are joining a “measurable” downmarket migration. +
Subaru announced plans to form a new captive finance company that will offer loans, leases and floorplan financing to U.S. and Canadian dealers. The factory will extend partnerships with Chase and Toyota to facilitate the transition. +
An AutoPayPlus survey of dealer principals finds concerns over penetration rate tracking, pay plan alignment, menu fatigue and compliance pressure. +
Shine & Drive has partnered with LodeStar RE to add an industry-first contractual liability policy to its agent- and dealer-facing car wash program. +
Users of Launcher’s appTRAKER loan origination system will have Zest AI’s credit and fraud risk models incorporated into existing underwriting workflows. +
