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Complianceby StaffJune 3, 2014

NADA Study: Federal Rules Cost Dealerships More Than $3 Billion Each Year

According to a report commissioned by the NADA, the average dealership incurred $182,754 in costs to comply with federal mandates in 2012.

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F&Iby StaffJune 3, 2014

Dent Wizard Adds Southeast Regional Business Development Manager

Candi Hay will focus on acquisition, facilitation and process improvements of dealer accounts for the company’s repair services in Georgia and Alabama.

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F&Iby StaffJune 3, 2014

Franchised Dealers Realize Big Gains in Used Sales, CNW Reports

Used-vehicle sales in May increased nearly 11% from April, according to CNW. Franchised dealers led the way with a 4.3% increase in sales vs. one year ago, while independents realized a 3.4% increase.

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Auto Financeby StaffJune 3, 2014

Auto Finance ‘Running on All Cylinders,' Equifax Reports

Equifax reported today that auto finance’s total outstanding balance reached a record high in the opening quarter. New credit reached an eight-year high, while serious delinquencies fell to their lowest level in more than five years.

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Auto Financeby StaffMay 29, 2014

CPS to Pay $5.5 Million to Settle FTC Charges

The FTC charged the subprime finance source with using illegal tactics to service and collect on consumer loans, including collecting money consumers did not owe, harassing consumers and third parties, and disclosing debts to friends, family and employers.

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Auto Financeby StaffMay 29, 2014

NADA Data: F&I’s Contribution to Gross Profits Rises in 2013

The NADA reported this week that combined sales from F&I, service contracts and other F&I products accounted for 38.8% of gross profit in 2013, up from 36.5% in 2012.

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F&Iby StaffMay 29, 2014

RV Dealers Discuss RV Warranty Forever Product

NWAN reported this week that its RV Warranty Forever program, which was launched this past October, is already making a big impact at RV stores carrying the protection.

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Auto Financeby StaffMay 29, 2014

Affordable Credit Fuels May Sales Pace, Edmunds.com Reports

Edmunds.com predicted today that May sales will reach 1.55 million units. The SAAR is expected to reach 16.2 million.

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Auto Financeby StaffMay 29, 2014

CFPB Engaged in Fair-Lending Actions Against Six Auto Lenders

Citing an unnamed source, Auto Finance News reported earlier this month that the CFPB is engaged in fair-lending actions against six finance sources. Bureau officials decline to comment.

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F&Iby StaffMay 28, 2014

Sales Pick Up in Late May

CNW reported this week that sales picked up in late May, with the firm expecting deliveries for the month to increase 11% from a year ago.

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