NEW YORK — Fitch Ratings explored the potential ramifications on used-vehicle values and the impact on recoveries as the auto leasing origination market soars, reportedly spiking by as much as 248 percent in May alone. Fitch contends that continued competition ... [Read More]

LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y. — Along with introducing a new online trade-in appraisal tool, Dealertrack Technologies is hosting a free webinar titled, "Your Top 5 Compliance Concerns for the Summer." The session is scheduled for 2 p.m. ET on Thursday. On ... [Read More]

ARLINGTON, Texas — The National Independent Automobile Dealers Association announced its endorsement of an F&I service for independent dealers it called "best in class." Named by the NIADA as a National Member Benefit Partner is Vantage Finance, the only company ... [Read More]

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Trade Commission issued revised guidance designed to help businesses such as dealerships comply with the requirements of the Red Flags Rule, which protects consumers by requiring businesses to watch for and respond to warning signs ... [Read More]

DAVENPORT, Iowa — Triggered by new solution capabilities, ProMax Unlimited, a Web-based subprime financing software provider, highlighted the growth trajectory it is enjoying this year. Company officials contend they are on track to have more than 2,000 dealers using their ... [Read More]

DAYTON, Ohio — Reynolds and Reynolds announced the availability of the LAW West Virginia F&I Library that is designed to offer West Virginia automobile and truck dealers a comprehensive catalog of standardized, legally reviewed finance and insurance (F&I) documents. Officials ... [Read More]

SOUTHFIELD, Mich. — Provider Exchange Network, a division of Open Dealer Exchange, recently completed integration with the F&I mobile menu, iTapMenu. Officials explained the iTapMenu will now feature electronic rating via PEN. "We couldn't be more excited about the partnership ... [Read More]

IRVINE, Calif. — Consumer Portfolio Services recently renewed its $100 million revolving credit facility with Citi. Under the amended terms, CPS explained the facility will revolve during the first two years and may amortize during the third year. The company ... [Read More]

IRVINE, Calif. — CarFinance.com recently compiled data showing the Top 10 most frequently refinanced makes and models by the site's below-prime customers since last year.  Among the brands listed, domestic badges represented the top three as well as half of ... [Read More]

COSTA MESA, Calif. — Experian recently announced that it is providing World Omni Financial Corp. with a flexible decision management solution based on its PowerCurve and Attribute Toolbox software aimed at streamlining the processing and decisioning of auto finance applications. ... [Read More]