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Complianceby StaffMay 6, 2015

Most Dealers Unprepared for CFPB Regulations, eLEND Finds

In a recent survey, eLEND Solutions found that while 80% of dealers expect the CFPB to implement regulations that would replace dealer participation with mark-up thresholds or a flat-fee model, only 40% have plans in place to meet those requirements.

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Auto Financeby StaffMay 6, 2015

Swapalease.com Reports Volatile April Lease Credit Approvals

The lease approval rate jumped 31% from March to April, the highest since November 2014, Swapalease.com reports.

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Digitalby StaffMay 6, 2015

A1 Launches Selly Sales Platform

A1 Software Group announced the launch of a mobile-centric, social, lightweight sales platform called Selly Automotive.

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Auto Financeby StaffMay 5, 2015

Portfolio Expands into New California Headquarters

Portfolio has moved from its headquarters in Irvine to an office in nearby Lake Forest that will accommodate future growth.

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Auto Financeby StaffMay 5, 2015

Subprime Loan Percentage Falls to Lowest Level in Three Years

In the first quarter of 2015, the percentage of automotive loans that fell within the subprime and deep subprime risk categories made up 19.7% of the market — the lowest share since 2012, according to Experian Automotive.

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Digitalby StaffMay 5, 2015

New Agency to Rep AutoStar’s DMS

AutoStar Solutions has forged an alliance with KISS Concepts Group, a consulting agency that will represent the software company’s Fusion Ignite DMS system to U.S.-based independent dealerships.

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Auto Financeby StaffMay 5, 2015

NADA: April Auto Sales Continue to Lead Economic Growth

Despite the average retail transaction price rising more than 3%, the NADA’s chief economist believes that future auto sales will continue to be backed by strong economic tailwinds.

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F&Iby StaffMay 5, 2015

Maximus Auto Group Releases App, Expanded Online Service

Protection plan administrator Maximus Auto Group has released an app that allows its customers to view and manage their contracts, file a new claim, contact a rep and more. The company has also expanded its digital platform to include online claim filing.

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Texas DMV Halts Plan to Fine Dealers With CarGurus Listings

The Texas Department of Motor Vehicles Enforcement Division has pulled back on its plan to fine dealers with listings on CarGurus.com after the department and the shopping site discussed revisions to CarGurus’ advertising practices in a call yesterday.

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Complianceby Brittany-Marie SwansonApril 30, 2015

Texas Dealers Could Face Fines Over CarGurus’ Business Practices

Last week, the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles Enforcement Division issued a cease-and-desist letter to CarGurus and the state’s dealer association, threatening dealers with fines up to $10,000 a day if the shopping site does not revise its advertising practices.

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