TSLA356.090-11.86%
GM85.630-0.69%
F13.830-0.11%
RIVN15.535-0.525%
CYD36.730-1.61%
HMC32.0300.07%
TM198.0501.51%
CVNA72.150-1.31%
PAG216.9200.33%
LAD369.6102.29%
AN204.0802.83%
GPI269.500-0.04%
ABG209.360-2.04%
SAH77.890-0.76%
TSLA356.090-11.86%
GM85.630-0.69%
F13.830-0.11%
RIVN15.535-0.525%
CYD36.730-1.61%
HMC32.0300.07%
TM198.0501.51%
CVNA72.150-1.31%
PAG216.9200.33%
LAD369.6102.29%
AN204.0802.83%
GPI269.500-0.04%
ABG209.360-2.04%
SAH77.890-0.76%
TSLA356.090-11.86%
GM85.630-0.69%
F13.830-0.11%
RIVN15.535-0.525%
CYD36.730-1.61%
HMC32.0300.07%
TM198.0501.51%
CVNA72.150-1.31%
PAG216.9200.33%
LAD369.6102.29%
AN204.0802.83%
GPI269.500-0.04%
ABG209.360-2.04%
SAH77.890-0.76%


NADA Show 2025: Pete MacInnis | eLend Solutions

At the 2025 NADA Show in New Orleans, CBT News anchor Jim Fitzpatrick sat down with Pete MacInnis, Founder and CEO of eLend Solutions, to discuss the evolving landscape of automotive financing. With a wealth of experience and a fresh approach to improving dealer and customer workflows, MacInnis shares insights on streamlining the car-buying process, integrating finance earlier in the deal, and using innovative technology to enhance transparency. As always, MacInnis brings his industry expertise and forward-thinking solutions to the table, making this conversation a must-watch for anyone in the automotive world.

Key Takeaways 

  1. During their conversation, MacInnis explains how eLend Solutions is revolutionizing the car-buying experience by streamlining the process and enabling both dealers and customers to save time through remote tools and automated credit processing.
  2. MacInnis also highlights the importance of bringing finance to the front of the process. This aids dealers in getting more accurate payment options and customer data early on, reducing the guesswork and speeding up the deal-making process.
  3. By automating routine tasks and providing real-time insights, eLend Solutions is empowering dealers to handle more deals with fewer resources, improving profitability while ensuring a smoother experience for both dealers and customers.

Catch all of CBT News’ coverage of the 2025 NADA Show here


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