The method in which auto dealers acquire used inventory is rapidly changing. Historically reliant on auctions and trade-ins, a surging demand for pre-owned vehicles and persistent market scarcity are compelling dealers to aggressively purchase direct

As economic uncertainty continues to weigh on consumers, vehicle affordability is consistently a driving issue in the auto retail sector. High interest rates, lingering inflation, and constrained supply chains have converged to create a complex marke

Despite widespread adoption of e-signatures, the auto finance industry is still far from realizing true digital transformation. The real opportunity lies not just in digitizing the consumer-facing signature but in reimagining the entire lending lifec

For years, the auction house has been a cornerstone of inventory acquisition for auto dealers. It offered a seemingly reliable pipeline of vehicles to replenish lots and meet consumer demand. However, the landscape has dramatically shifted, leaving m

If you are planning to ship a car, timing matters! The peak season for car shipping is usually: Summer months: When families are on vacation, and college students are relocating Holiday periods: High activity during end-of-year sales and festivities

Auto dealers are no strangers to uncertainty. Between on and off tariffs and material shortages, the road ahead looks bumpy. While tariffs have been stealing headlines, a rare earth minerals shortage is also impacting the auto industry, forcing one F

Today’s drivers are holding onto their vehicles for longer than ever. With the average U.S. car now a record 12.6 years old and traffic volumes back to pre-pandemic levels, demand for service is poised to rise. At the same time, new pressures are r

Vehicle repossessions rose to 1.73 million in 2024—the highest level since the 2008 financial crisis and a 16 percent increase from the previous year. Auto loan delinquencies have also increased significantly, with 8.1 percent of loans at least 30

With today’s “always connected” digital economy, identity is currency. For the automotive industry — spanning rentals, dealerships, insurance providers, and financing institutions — that currency is increasingly being challenged. The number