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Episode · Saturday, September 5, 2026 · 3:12

Cox Automotive's Credit Data Gets Its First Win

Five different outlets covered the same story this week, which makes it worth trusting: Auto Remarketing and Digital Dealer report Westlake Financial is already seeing results from its Cox Automotive and Nova Credit partnership, pulling real cash flow data into loan decisions before a customer sits down at your desk. Automotive Dive covers Volkswagen pushing its restructuring plan forward and naming new North America leadership, while Volvo's sales slide continues and Hyundai preps a robotaxi delivery to Waymo built on new software defined vehicle data. CBT News has Kia's sales chief chasing a nine hundred thousand unit year, and Auto Remarketing flags fresh dealer buy-sell activity in Arizona. None of it waits for Monday.

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What results is Westlake Financial seeing from its Cox Automotive and Nova Credit partnership?

Westlake Financial is already seeing results from its changing partnership with Cox Automotive and Nova Credit, pulling real cash flow data straight into loan decisions before a customer ever sits at the desk. Five different outlets covered the story, making it the notable move in retail technology that week.

What did Volkswagen announce about its restructuring plan and leadership?

Volkswagen is advancing its restructuring plan and has named a new leader for its North America operations.

When will Hyundai begin delivering robotaxis to Waymo?

Hyundai will begin delivering robotaxis to Waymo in the fourth quarter, built on new software defined vehicle data from what it calls a data flywheel meant to strengthen its software defined vehicle capabilities.

What sales goal is Kia's VP of sales chasing?

Kia's VP of sales is chasing a nine hundred thousand unit year.

What dealership sale did Pinnacle facilitate in Arizona?

Pinnacle facilitated the sale of a Chevrolet and Infiniti store pair in Arizona, another sign that buy-sell activity keeps moving despite tariff uncertainty.

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