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From Airfare to Auto Sales: Why Dealers Must Wake Up to AI-Powered Pricing

From Airfare to Auto Sales: Why Dealers Must Wake Up to AI-Powered Pricing

Delta Airlines just changed the game. The global airline giant has started rolling out an artificial intelligence system to dynamically price its flights based on who you are—not a standard fare chart. The old model of fixed pricing is giving...

July 24, 2025

Clutch.ca Launches First-Ever Customer Hub at CF Markville Mall

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Clutch.ca Launches First-Ever Customer Hub at CF Markville Mall

Clutch, the Canadian leader in online used car sales, has opened the doors to its very first Customer Hub in Markham, Ontario; a new space that blends the ease of e-commerce with the reassurance of in-person service. The new hub,...

June 11, 2025

More positives from Wolters Kluwer Auto Finance Digital Transformation Index

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More positives from Wolters Kluwer Auto Finance Digital Transformation Index

Analysis by Wolters Kluwer Compliance Solutions from its Q4 Auto Finance Digital Transformation Index showed adoption of digitized contracting and documentation workflows by auto retailers and their financing partners that foster back-office efficiencies saw a noticeable jump to close last...

February 3, 2025

TransUnion set to acquire remaining portion of UK-based credit prequalification platform

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TransUnion set to acquire remaining portion of UK-based credit prequalification platform

TransUnion is bolstering its portfolio to operate in the credit prequalification market. The company on Wednesday signed a definitive agreement to acquire U.K.-based Monevo, a credit prequalification and distribution platform that can empower lenders and banks to deliver highly personalized...

January 8, 2025

CarGurus Launches Digital Retail Platform to Streamline Car Buying in Canada

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CarGurus Launches Digital Retail Platform to Streamline Car Buying in Canada

CarGurus has unveiled its new Digital Deal platform, aimed at creating smoother connections between dealerships and car shoppers ready to buy in Canada. This platform allows consumers to initiate financing applications online for eligible new and used vehicles, schedule appointments,...

November 5, 2024

The Amazon-Hyundai Partnership – Transforming Car Buying and Customer Experiences

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The Amazon-Hyundai Partnership – Transforming Car Buying and Customer Experiences

The partnership between Amazon and Hyundai has been a headline-grabber since its announcement, signaling a shift toward a more digitally integrated car-buying experience. In a recent episode of Inside Automotive, Andy Wright, Managing Partner of Vinart Dealerships, shared his insights...

November 1, 2024

Navigating the Shift: SAM’s Tech Revolutionizes Auto Lending in a Tightening Subprime Market

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Navigating the Shift: SAM’s Tech Revolutionizes Auto Lending in a Tightening Subprime Market

TransUnion’s recent findings indicate a consistent downturn in the issuance of subprime auto loans, alongside a significant jump in delinquencies, as we move further into 2023. In the latest quarterly report, the trend of diminishing originations was observed across nearly...

November 13, 2023

Online Vehicle Transactions and F&I Product Offerings: An Insight into the Future of Automotive Retail

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Online Vehicle Transactions and F&I Product Offerings: An Insight into the Future of Automotive Retail

The rapidly evolving automotive retail landscape was recently highlighted in a comprehensive industry survey undertaken by Protective Asset Protection. Their aim was to grasp the current trends in online vehicle transactions and F&I product offerings from dealerships throughout the U.S....

October 13, 2023

Westlake Direct Revs Up Digital Car Financing with ‘Buy Now’

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Westlake Direct Revs Up Digital Car Financing with ‘Buy Now’

In a progressive move for the automobile financing world, Westlake Technology Holdings is turbocharging its outreach to consumers. The goal? To forge profitable connections for both the finance firm and automotive dealerships. Westlake Direct, a pioneering direct-to-consumer financing pathway birthed...

October 3, 2023

Revolutionizing Car Sales: CDK’s Insightful Survey and SAM’s Advanced Solution

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Revolutionizing Car Sales: CDK’s Insightful Survey and SAM’s Advanced Solution

In the dynamic landscape of car buying, speed and convenience are becoming increasingly vital. CDK Global’s recent survey provides revealing insights into the intricacies of modern-day car purchasing experiences, emphasizing the urgency of a more streamlined process. Enter SAM, the...

September 15, 2023