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Summer Heat and Loosening Auto Credit: What It Means for Canadian Car Buyers and Dealers

As temperatures climb across the country, Canadian car buyers may find some relief—not just from the weather, but from improving credit conditions that could make auto financing more accessible. The latest data from Cox Automotive’s Dealertrack Credit Availability Index shows...

July 11, 2025

Auto Loan Delinquencies Hit Record High in Q1 — Canadians Struggle with Rising Vehicle Ownership Costs

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Auto Loan Delinquencies Hit Record High in Q1 — Canadians Struggle with Rising Vehicle Ownership Costs

Late payments on auto loans have hit a new high across North America in early 2025, and Canadians aren’t immune. The growing burden of vehicle ownership — from record-high insurance premiums to skyrocketing repair costs — is making it harder...

June 18, 2025

Consumer Sentiment Is Brightening, but Payment Pressures Persist

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Consumer Sentiment Is Brightening, but Payment Pressures Persist

Cox Automotive says unique credit applications per dealer on Dealertrack rose 2 percent year‑over‑year last week—a sign that shoppers may be edging back toward the finance office. Yet whether customers are truly comfortable signing for a new vehicle depends on which...

May 29, 2025

The New Rules of Dealer Satisfaction: Tech, Trust, and Timely Solutions

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The New Rules of Dealer Satisfaction: Tech, Trust, and Timely Solutions

In today’s challenging automotive financing landscape, Canadian auto lenders must go beyond merely meeting dealer expectations to thrive. This insight stems from the J.D. Power 2025 Canada Dealer Financing Satisfaction Study, which analyzed 5,974 finance provider evaluations from new-vehicle dealerships...

May 13, 2025

AI in Auto Lending: A Smarter, Safer Future Powered by Intelligent Decisioning

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AI in Auto Lending: A Smarter, Safer Future Powered by Intelligent Decisioning

The auto lending landscape is undergoing a radical transformation. Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer just a buzzword; it’s a force reshaping how lenders operate, how decisions are made, and how customers engage with financing. From improving credit assessments to...

May 1, 2025

Consumer Anxiety Over Auto Loan Approvals Hits 15-Year Peak

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Consumer Anxiety Over Auto Loan Approvals Hits 15-Year Peak

The Growing Disconnect in Auto Financing Recent data highlights a widening gap in the auto financing industry—while credit access is improving, consumer anxiety around securing loans is at an all-time high. The Federal Reserve Bank of New York’s February Survey...

March 19, 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

Addressing the Affordability Challenge with F&I Products

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Addressing the Affordability Challenge with F&I Products

Blog Post: Addressing the Affordability Challenge with F&I Products The automotive market is facing a growing affordability crisis. With rising vehicle prices, increasing maintenance costs, and persistent economic uncertainties, consumers are finding it harder to manage the financial demands of...

December 12, 2024

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

Exploring Trends in Automotive Finance – Leasing and Cash Purchases Surge Amid Affordability Concerns

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Exploring Trends in Automotive Finance – Leasing and Cash Purchases Surge Amid Affordability Concerns

As the automotive market undergoes major shifts, affordability remains a critical challenge for consumers. However, recent trends in leasing and cash transactions suggest that some alternatives are helping to ease financial pressures. In a recent episode of CBT Now, Melinda...

October 25, 2024