KBB Puts September's SAAR at 17.5 Million

Kelley Blue Book said replacement demand driven by hurricanes Harvey and Sandy is already being felt in some areas. The firm predicts that will continue into October and potentially November as vehicle insurance payouts are received.

F&I Sales Give Dealers First-Half Lift

Product business shored up total profits to avoid an overall revenue tanking as product penetrations held steady, StoneEagle reported.

NADA, ATAEs and AFIP Move Forward With F&I Certification Campaign

BEDFORD, Texas -- In an initiative to improve the standard and image of F&I departments, three major industry groups are officially recommending the Association of Finance & Insurance Professionals' F&I certification to all U.S. dealers.

Solex Offers Wolters Kluwer’s Red Flags Tool Kit to RV and Marine Dealerships

Wolters Kluwer Financial Services announced that Solex, which provides technology to help the RV and marine industries streamline the finance and insurance (F&I) process, will offer its Red Flags Tool Kit to RV and marine dealerships across the U.S.

Recovery Solution Addresses Industry Topics at Agent Association Conference

Fiserv Selects WebCEO Reporting Tool

Fiserv, Inc. has announced the integration of its automotive lending solutions with Conquest Systems' WebCEO desktop reporting tool.

Daimler Financial Services Americas Teams With Liberty Mutual

Daimler Financial Services Americas is supporting the retail sales launch of the smart fortwo in the United States with a comprehensive package of finance and insurance products for consumers and dealers.

Life of the South Names VP and Chief Actuary

Life of the South Corporation, a provider and administrator of credit insurance and payment protection services, announced that Elaine Pelletier, ASA, MAAA, has joined the company as vice president and chief actuary.

Razorfish Helps Universal Underwriters Group Create New B2B VSC Initiative