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Newsby Gregory ArroyoJune 14, 2018

Fed Reserve Approves Second Rate Hike of 2018

For the seventh time since 2015, the Federal Reserve increased the Federal Funds Rate a quarter percentage. Cox Automotive economists say higher interest rates and tighter credit have already led to softening retail demand, noting that further rate increases will impact all corners of the car business.

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NewsJune 14, 2018

Dealer M&A Fueled by Healthy Economy, New Investors

The latest Blue Sky Report from Kerrigan Advisors credits an expanding pool of dealership buyers and investors with helping to sustain values, and a growing number of groups hitting the market for driving activity and consolidation.

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NewsJune 13, 2018

Edmunds: Used-Vehicle Prices Hit Record High in Q1

Although shoppers continue to flock toward pricier trucks and SUVs, steadily rising gas prices are beginning to stimulate consumer demand and increase residual values for smaller vehicles.

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NewsJune 13, 2018

ADESA Canada Names New Vice President of Dealer Sales

The firm named Steve Langdon, who joined the KAR family 15 years ago, to the role. The more than 20-year industry veteran will be responsible for implementing the ADESA Canada dealer sales strategy and promoting KAR’s integrated digital, mobile and physical auction services.

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NewsJune 13, 2018

SpringboardAuto to Power Online Financing Experience for Banks

SpringStack is an end-to-end auto finance platform designed to power a direct-to-consumer online experience for banks and other finance sources. It supports multiple financing product options and offers real-time loan configuration, document upload, vehicle valuation and pricing, electronic signature and more.

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NewsJune 13, 2018

Manheim Opens New Recon Center Near Silicon Valley

Located at Manheim San Francisco Bay, the auction provider’s new retail reconditioning center was designed to serve clients’ growing and diverse needs.

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NewsJune 13, 2018

Industry Summit 2018 to Feature Technology Shootout

Set for mid-October in Orlando, this year’s Industry Summit will include several new features and events, including the inaugural Technology Shootout.

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NewsJune 12, 2018

Webinar: Gil Van Over to Tackle Compliance Issues on the Road to the Sale

Compliance expert Gil Van Over will deliver Part Two of F&I and Showroom’s compliance webinar series, “CFPB Defanged: Rise of the eDealership.” The webinar is scheduled for July 11 at 11 a.m. PT/2 p.m. ET.

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NewsJune 11, 2018

Survey: Buyers Are Using VSC and Ancillary Product Benefits

According to results, the top areas most likely covered under a vehicle service contract include steering, technology feature service, brakes, electrical components, and drive axles. Areas such as transmission and suspension repairs showed the smallest responses among the 120 car owners surveyed.

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NewsJune 11, 2018

Confident Financial Offers Repair Financing

Confident Financial Solutions has added a new auto repair financing option in partnership with WebBank. Vehicle owners can borrow up to $7,500 after completing a four-step loan application process.

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