Dealertrack’s Credit Availability Index remained at 100 last month, reflecting offsetting indicators that include a lower approval rate and a growing share of subprime loans. +
New Country Motor Car Group executives say they are in luxury dealership acquisition mode despite the sale of three New York Metro franchises to Keeler Motor Car. +
Nearly 80% of dealers surveyed by eLEND Solutions say fraudulent activity is on the rise at their stores, with 10% reporting they lost at least 10 vehicles in 2025. +
Smart AutoCare has hired former OptionSoft Technologies, Warrantech and Interstate National Dealer Services executive Christopher Murphy as the F&I product and services provider’s new president. +
Carvana has purchased Sacramento (Calif.) Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, continuing a Stellantis dealership buying spree that started nearly a year ago, likely in an attempt to secure an in-house inventory channel. +
Dealers surveyed for Experian’s Dealer Fraud Threat Report closed an average of four deals that were later revealed to be fraudulent in 2025, with many bearing 100% of the cost. +