Best Repossession And Auto Finance Podcasts (2025)

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SPONSORED EPISODE: Five questions to ask before choosing a transportation partner 19:18

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This sponsored episode of the Auto Remarketing Podcast features two experts from Central Dispatch who offer valuable guidance for choosing a transportation partner.Shanna Wise, who oversees business strategy execution, and Blake Bentley, who leads enterprise client account success, take listeners through the importance of licensing and insurance, h…

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Crossing the Generational Divide Approach To Auto Financing 15:57

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n this episode of Drive To Success: Mastering Auto Finance, host John Lewis explores the fascinating generational divide in auto financing preferences. From Gen Z's digital-first approach to Millennials' value-conscious optimization and Gen X's relationship-focused strategies, each generation brings unique expectations to the car-buying process. Le…

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Inside Auto Auction M&A with Mach10 CEO George Pero 23:51

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The auto auction industry has seen a spike in M&A over the last three years, similar to the consolidation in auto retail that has been going on much longer. And our guest today has experience with both.George Pero is president and CEO of Mach10 Automotive, an M&A firm specializing in auto retail. His 34 years of auto industry experience includes fo…

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The Repo Law Maze 17:12

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Welcome to another episode of "Drive To Success: Mastering Auto Finance" with your host, John Lewis. In this essential episode for auto finance professionals, we dive deep into the challenging world of state-by-state repossession laws and the complex compliance maze they create for lenders operating across multiple states. John breaks down the most…

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Insight into Q3 Wolters Kluwer Auto Finance Digital Transformation Index 15:37

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While the year-over-year figure reflects broader market volatility, Matthew Babcock, who oversees digital lending product strategy for Wolters Kluwer, explained the strong quarter-over-quarter increase of the Q3 Wolters Kluwer Auto Finance Digital Transformation Index signals market re-engagement. Babcock elaborated about these points and more duri…

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Zapmoto Co-Founder & CEO Clint Curtis 28:17

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We throw the keys to the valet on this episode. Clint Curtis is the co-founder and CEO of Zapmoto, which provides valet pickup and delivery of vehicles for servicing at car dealerships. He joins the Auto Remarketing Podcast for a conversation about the growth of mobile/remote service offerings in auto retail, the origin story of Zapmoto and how its…

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The Blockchain Revolution - How Distributed Ledger Technology Is Transforming Auto Title and Loan Verification 20:20

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California has put 42 million car titles on blockchain – and this is just the beginning. In this solo episode, host John Lewis explores how blockchain technology is transforming auto title and loan verification, transitioning from an experimental concept to a live implementation. Starting with California's groundbreaking blockchain title system, Jo…

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SPONSORED EPISODE: Guidance to handle growing challenges of repossessions & recoveries 17:17

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Managing delinquencies and repossessions might be as complicated as anything auto lenders do nowadays.To help finance companies of all sizes handle those complexities, this special sponsored episode of the Auto Remarketing Podcast features Anne Holtzman, who is senior vice president of client experience and risk management services at Allied Soluti…

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PureCars CEO Lauren Donalson 22:05

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Lauren joined PureCars in 2015 as a sales associate, later serving as regional manager, national director and senior vice president before moving up to chief operating officer in January 2023.She was promoted to the new role of president in February 2024.And last month, Donalson became the company’s CEO.She joins the Auto Remarketing Podcast to tal…

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Right to Repair Revolution - How Legislative Changes Are Reshaping Vehicle Values and Loan Risk 23:17

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What if a simple legislative change could increase your vehicle portfolio's residual values by 10-15%? In this updated solo episode, host John Lewis delves into the rapidly evolving Right to Repair movement and its significant implications for the auto finance industry. Starting with a real-world story of a $12,000 Tesla repair (with some repairs n…

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CarMax CMO Sarah Lane on Company's Journey from Used-Car 'Challenger' to 'Leader' 23:24

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CarMax chief marketing officer Sarah Lane joins the Auto Remarketing Podcast to talk about the company's new “Wanna Drive?” branding, its omni-channel buying and selling experience, putting the customer in control and how CarMax sets itself apart in an era of new car-buying models, technology and changing means of vehicle ownership and usage.Plus, …

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Regulation like vacated CARS Rule rises in California 19:30

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Many dealers likely cheered when the CARS Rule from the Federal Trade Commission was vacated by a federal court at the beginning of the year. But long-time Arizona independent dealer Ace Christian believed it wouldn’t be long before similar regulations arrived on the state level.And it’s happened already in California. Christian, who is also CEO of…

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The Credit Union Advantage 23:23

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By John Lewis

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How EVAI became VMS with co-CEO David Prusinski 12:07

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By Cherokee Media Group

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Cox Automotive’s Andy Mayers on opportunity in subprime & elsewhere in auto finance 12:18

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Andy Mayers sees opportunity in subprime and other parts of auto finance.The associate vice president of business operations for retail solutions with Cox Automotive explained his reasons during this episode of the Auto Remarketing Podcast.Mayers also mentioned another part of the business where dealers and lenders are working even closer together …

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The Future of EVs & More From the OEM Lens 23:06

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Laurie Harbour is a partner at Wipfli, a top 25 accounting and advisory firm, and works with automakers and suppliers on how to adjust to changing winds of automotive. Harbour joins the Auto Remarketing Podcast to discuss how automakers are rethinking their electric and hybrid vehicle strategies, impact of tariff and trade on the auto industry and …

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100 Billion Auto Dealership Buy-Sell Boom 17:18

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In this episode of Drive to Success: Mastering Auto Finance, host John Lewis breaks down the record-breaking world of dealership mergers and acquisitions. With 510 completed transactions in 2024 and a 258% increase in dealers seeking to sell, we explore the critical concept of Blue-Sky valuation and why it's driving unprecedented dealership values.…

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Chip Perry & Dom Pope of sellmyride 30:22

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Chip Perry, founding president and CEO of Autotrader and former CEO of TrueCar, has a new role: chairman of sellmyride, a startup seeking to help dealers source inventory from private sellers. Perry and sellmyride founder and president Dom Pope join the show to talk about the origin story of the company, how they connected, vehicle acquisition and …

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Why Every Driver Should Know About NHTSA and Vehicle Recalls 21:34

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In this comprehensive episode of Drive to Success: Mastering Auto Finance, host John Lewis provides an in-depth exploration of NHTSA's role in vehicle safety, detailed recall statistics, advanced recall management strategies, and the financial implications of vehicle recalls. Whether you're a consumer, a finance professional, or an automotive indus…

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A Look Back at Last Two Decades of the Used-Car Industry in Canada 27:25

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In the grand finale of our podcast episodes from Canada's Used Car Week in June, conference chair and Cherokee Media Group president Bill Zadeits is joined by Brad Hart and Peter Snoyer on a panel celebrating the 20th anniversary of the conference and reflecting on the past two decades in the Canadian used-car industry. They delve into the biggest …

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How Lemon Laws Are Reshaping Auto Lending 11:15

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In this episode of Drive to Success: Mastering Auto Finance, we pull back the curtain on one of the most overlooked risks in the $1.4 trillion auto loan market: lemon laws. What happens when a brand-new car turns out to be a mechanical disaster—and the law forces a buyback? Spoiler alert: it’s not just the automaker who pays the price. Captive fina…

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SPONSORED EPISODE: AI & Big Data Deliver Significant Improvements to Inventory Management 15:53

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In this sponsored episode of the Auto Remarketing Podcast, Merritt Critcher, Director of Product Management with CDK speaks with Bill Zadeits about the newest trends and potential for AI and big data to meet and exceed the inventory management needs of dealers. Highlighting speed and consistency, Merrit outlines the tremendous opportunity these tec…

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Experian on how much auto refinancing is gaining traction 8:24

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Melinda Zabritski, Experian’s head of automotive financial insights, said consumers are looking for ways to secure more favorable vehicle financing terms, especially with interest rates leveling out and perhaps a cut coming next week from the Federal Reserve.The base for Zabritski’s assertion came via Experian’s State of the Automotive Finance Mark…

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Follow the Money: State of Auto Finance in Canada 48:07

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In this panel discussion from Canada's Used Car Week in June, Cherokee Media Group president Bill Zadeits talks with leaders from auto finance institutions about the most important metrics, trends and macroeconomic factors in the Canadian used-car landscape. They discuss topics like vehicle affordability, tariff impacts, leasing data, fintech and m…

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Why Consistent, Accurate Inspections Matter More Than Ever 22:38

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Continuing our series of Auto Remarketing Podcast episodes from Canada's Used Car Week in June, Jameel Ghata of PAVE leads a discussion featuring leaders from across Canada’s automotive ecosystem — Jack Sulymka (PAVE), Mark Would (BMW Group Canada), Bryan McIntyre (EBlock Canada), and Lisa Prestidge (Element Fleet Management) — exploring why transp…

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Record-High Car Payments & 84-Month Loans 11:36

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In this eye-opening episode of Drive to Success: Mastering Auto Finance, host John Lewis unpacks the alarming financial reality facing today’s car buyers. With 1 in 5 Americans now paying over $1,000 a month for a new car and record numbers of 84-month loans, the traditional model of auto ownership is being stretched to the breaking point. John exp…

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Calm Counsel Amid Stormy Times: Leadership Strategy from Women & Automotive Honorees 30:46

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Next up on our series of Auto Remarketing Podcast episodes from Canada's Used Car Week in June is a panel discussion with honorees from the Women & Automotive Profiles in Leadership program, titled "Calm Counsel Amid Stormy Times."By Cherokee Media Group

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Navigating Tight Credit & Negative Equity in Canadian Auto Finance 33:25

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Next up on our series of podcasts from Canada's Used Car Week Live Stage in June, Autocorp.ai founder and CEO Andrew Lemoine leads a panel discussion that seeks to answer this question: "Credit is tight. Negative equity is the new normal. Now what?"By Cherokee Media Group

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What is SAAR? and Why It Matters in Auto Finance. 10:48

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In this episode of Drive to Success, host John Lewis breaks down a vital yet often misunderstood metric in the automotive and lending industries — SAAR, or the Seasonally Adjusted Annual Rate. You'll learn: What SAAR is and how it’s calculated Why it plays a critical role in auto lending strategies How credit analysts, lenders, and dealers use SAAR…

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SPONSORED EPISODE: Recommendations for evaluating your F&I product vendors 13:53

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James Virgoe, who is senior vice president and managing partner of GWC Warranty at APCO Holdings, made another appearance for a sponsored episode of the Auto Remarketing Podcast.This time, Virgoe went through a series of recommendations to help dealers evaluate F&I product vendors and spot the difference between a good vendor and a great one.…

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The Power of Emotional Intelligence and Team Synergy in Auto Finance 13:30

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In this episode of Drive To Success: Mastering Auto Finance, we dive into the transformational power of emotional intelligence (EI) and how it drives team synergy across departments like inside and outside sales, retail credit, funding, risk management, and leadership. Learn why EI is essential for building stronger communication, fostering collabo…

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Mandy Deveau of DriveHRIS on Leading with Confidence 23:17

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Mandy Deveau is marketing manager at DriveHRIS, where she leads dealer communication and engagement. In June, she joined Canada's Used Car Week Live Stage, presented by SYCN Auto Logistics, to talk about “How Women in Automotive Can Lead with Confidence.”By Cherokee Media Group

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Vivian Liu Wants to Make Autos Easy 22:19

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Vivian Liu is the CEO of Making Auto Easy, a platform designed to help dealers turn the manual meet-and-greet into a more efficient digital experience. In June, she joined the Canada's Used Car Week Live Stage, presented by SYCN Auto Logistics, to talk about “Training the iPad Generation to Sell Cars.”…

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The Interplay Between Credit Decisioning and Auto-Backed Securities 10:54

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In this episode of Drive To Success: Mastering Auto Finance, we explore the critical connection between credit decisioning and auto-backed securities (ABS). Host [Your Name] dives deep into how credit analysts' decisions—such as rate shaves and rate exceptions—impact the cost of funds for auto loan portfolios and the performance of ABS. Learn how t…

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Experian North America chief innovation officer Kathleen Peters on combating fraud 15:59

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Experian North America chief innovation officer Kathleen Peters made her first appearance on the Auto Remarketing Podcast.Peters recapped highlights of Experian’s 2025 U.S. Identity and Fraud Report and why service providers remain focused on curbing fraud that continues to get more complex.By Cherokee Media Group

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SPONSORED EPISODE: Growth by Design, Not by Chance with Allied Solutions 22:04

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Two leading executives at Allied Solutions identified the most-concerning signs about the current state of auto financing.Mark Bugalski, who is Executive Vice President and Chief Growth Officer, and Doug Falvey, who is Executive Vice President, Risk Management Operations, then offered valuable insight and strategy recommendations so lenders can fin…

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Unlocking the Power of E-Contracting in Your Dealership 11:43

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In this episode of Drive To Success: Mastering Auto Finance, we explore the transformative power of e-contracting and how it’s reshaping the future of auto dealerships. We dive deep into the benefits of digital finance processes, from faster funding and improved accuracy to enhanced customer experiences and operational efficiency. Learn about the k…

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SPONSORED EPISODE: The New Cox Automotive Whitepaper—Measuring Your Marketing That's Working 10:08

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In this episode of the Auto Remarketing Podcast, Bill Zadeits welcomes Elizabeth Stegall, Senior Director of Client Retention with Autotrader, Kelley Blue Book and ICO and Cody Gentry, AVP of Dealer Success with Autotrader and Kelley Blue Book. The executives breakdown high level and high interest findings for dealers from the latest Cox Automotive…

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Erin Richmond & Rhys Albrecht of sMedia 22:31

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Next up on our series from the Canada's Used Car Week Live Stage, presented by SYCN Auto Logistics, is a conversation with Erin Richmond, CEO of sMedia, and Rhys Albrecht, head of customer success at sMedia. They talk with Cherokee Media Group senior editor Joe Overby about solving pain points in the automotive digital marketing space, why cutting …

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Knowledge Management in Credit Analysis 9:59

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In this inspiring episode of Drive To Success: Mastering Auto Finance, we explore how Senior Credit Analysts can transform their performance and influence using the power of knowledge management. From navigating complex decisions in Defi-Solutions to turning instinct into documented insight, this episode introduces four essential tools—Decision Mem…

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PODCAST: TransUnion explains auto-refinancing opportunities with 18M consumers 15:14

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Satyan Merchant, who is senior vice president and auto and mortgage business leader at TransUnion, made another appearance on the Auto Remarketing Podcast. This time, the focus of the conversation is opportunities for auto refinancing.TransUnion indicated approximately 18 million are considered “in-the-money” for refinancing.…

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EFG Companies CEO Jenny Rappaport has some things to say 25:16

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Jenny Rappaport has some things to say, and if you’re a car dealer, it would be wise to listen.The CEO of F&I and training provider EFG Companies has returned to the Auto Remarketing podcast, and in a wide-ranging conversation with Auto Remarketing associate editor Andrew Friedlander she discusses affordability issues, the importance of the back en…

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How Dealers Can Build a Personal Brand & Customer Pipeline 23:38

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Next up on our series of episodes from Canada's Used Car Week Live Stage, presented by SYCN Auto Logistics, are Crissy Burton, sales manager at Bob Rohrman Indy Hyundai, and Tianna Mick, chief marketing officer at Dealer Synergy. Burton and Mick talked with Cherokee Media Group senior editor Joe Overby about “The Blueprint for High-Volume Sales: Ho…

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Maximizing Untapped Potential in Dealership Real Estate 30:29

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The dealership space is a bit of an untapped resource in commercial real estate. But property and real estate matters are crucial areas for dealers to watch. That's where Ned Hennessey and the team at Surmount come into play. Surmount is a full-service commercial real estate platform and said it's the only one focused exclusively on auto dealers. H…

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Coralee Zueff on Empowering Women in Auto & Engaging Next Generation 16:52

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Next up on our Live Stage from Canada's Used Car Week is a conversation with Coralee Zueff, author of "Five Star Service Advisor," about empowering women in automotive and engaging the next generation of auto industry professionals. Zueff talks about her journey in automotive after getting into the industry by accident, engaging students about the …

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How KPIs and Feedback Loops Empower Credit Analysts 11:24

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In this transformative episode of Drive To Success: Mastering Auto Finance, we dive deep into how Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) — when paired with powerful feedback loops — can unlock next-level performance for credit analysts. Learn how to go beyond data dashboards and use KPIs as strategic tools to improve underwriting accuracy, manage risk, …

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Inside Baseball: Edmunds SVP on New Campaign with LA Dodger Tommy Edman 13:39

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Edmunds senior vice president of marketing Alison Anziska returns to the show for a discussion about the company's latest ad campaign featuring Tommy Edman of the Los Angeles Dodgers. In the spot, the aptly named Edman shows Angelenos how they can get valuations on their cars through Edmunds' upgraded vehicle appraisal tool. Anziska shares what Edm…

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Signal’s Jillings explains why exports are ‘a huge opportunity for Canadian dealers’ 13:08

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Remember when there was uncertainty and anxiety about how tariffs would affect exporting vehicles from Canada to the U.S.?Well, now the tariff era is here, and Tane Jillings says you can relax. On this episode of the Auto Remarketing podcast, recorded from the SYCN Auto Logistics Live Stage during Canada’s Used Car Week 2025 in Toronto, the co-foun…

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Coaching to Close 13:13

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In this episode of Drive To Success: Mastering Auto Finance, we dive deep into the transformative power of expert consulting and coaching in auto finance. From training inside sales teams and dealer relationship managers to educating F&I and sales managers, learn how a strategic approach can unlock new growth across franchise and independent dealer…

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The Varied Use Cases of AI in Automotive 32:19

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In this session from the Canada's Used Car Week Live Stage, sponsored by SYCN Auto Logistics, Pam founder Abdullah Baig, Zen AI CEO Olivier Vincent and BlinkAI Automotive CEO Dave Perry join Auto Remarketing senior editor Joe Overby for a conversation about the role of artificial intelligence in the auto industry, busting myths around AI, how the u…