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Pressure mounts on dealers to gain SAF approval for motor finance

Motor Trader

Dealers who do not have SAF (Specialist Automotive Finance) or equivalent approval in 2025 will be unable to offer finance through any lender who is a Finance & Leasing Association (FLA) member and complies with the FLAs Lending Code, of which Tandem is one. Im afraid there will be no extensions or exemptions.

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Peter Vardy-backed finance broker CarMoney expands network

Motor Trader

Car finance broker CarMoney, part of Peter Vardy Global Holdings has set out plans to reach 730m in annual vehicle finance by 2029. The group has a network of independent car dealers, who use CarMoney’s systems to offer consumers finance options.

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NFDA presents evidence to Supreme Court on motor finance commission

Motor Trader

1407908075 The National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA) today presented evidence to the Supreme Court, in the appeal against the decision on motor finance commission in Johnson v FirstRand Bank Limited, Wrench v FirstRand Bank Limited and Hopcraft v Close Brothers.

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Is Financing a Car Better Than Paying Cash?

Davey Auto Sales

Is Financing a Car Better Than Paying Cash? One of the automotive financing myths that persists is the idea that paying cash for a vehicle is the best way to go. So, is financing a car better than paying cash for it? READ MORE: Dont Let Bad Credit Stop You From Buying When is it Better to Finance a Car?

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Creating a Seamless Customer Journey: Best Practices for Automotive Dealership Websites

Shawn Ryder

In todays digital world, automotive dealerships must prioritize creating a seamless customer journey on their websites. Understanding the Customer Journey Before diving into the specifics of website design, it’s essential to understand the customer journey in the automotive industry.

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Navigating New Tides: Dealership’s Strategic Adaptation to Finance Regulation Changes

AutoDealer Today

This case study examines the response of a local dealership’s finance and insurance (F&I) department to a significant shift in automotive finance regulationsA1.

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Bumper completes its first acquisition

Motor Trader

Its dashboards provide updates on critical information about all aspects of an automotive business including CRM, sales, service, parts and finance. Sharman said: “The AutoBI team are excited to become part of Bumper and support its growth in the UK and Europe as the leading finance platform for car retailers.

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