TSLA373.720-13.79%
GM78.520-0.48%
F12.480-0.15%
RIVN16.950-0.79%
CYD41.870-0.72%
HMC24.480-0.14%
TM196.080-4.35%
CVNA403.000-13.79%
PAG160.0000.53%
LAD276.390-0.19%
AN202.970-0.41%
GPI339.780-2.08%
ABG202.010-0.44%
SAH71.2200.2%
TSLA373.720-13.79%
GM78.520-0.48%
F12.480-0.15%
RIVN16.950-0.79%
CYD41.870-0.72%
HMC24.480-0.14%
TM196.080-4.35%
CVNA403.000-13.79%
PAG160.0000.53%
LAD276.390-0.19%
AN202.970-0.41%
GPI339.780-2.08%
ABG202.010-0.44%
SAH71.2200.2%
TSLA373.720-13.79%
GM78.520-0.48%
F12.480-0.15%
RIVN16.950-0.79%
CYD41.870-0.72%
HMC24.480-0.14%
TM196.080-4.35%
CVNA403.000-13.79%
PAG160.0000.53%
LAD276.390-0.19%
AN202.970-0.41%
GPI339.780-2.08%
ABG202.010-0.44%
SAH71.2200.2%


eLend Solutions

eLend Solutons survey shows rising dealership fraud as digital vehicle sales increase, with many dealers losing multiple vehicles.

Digital transactions fuel spike in dealership fraud, eLend Solutions survey shows

- February 17, 2026
On the Dash: Nearly 80% of dealers report rising fraud over the past two years. Almost half lost four or more vehicles to identity fraud. Most dealers link increased fraud...
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Multi-language Translation Added to eLEND Solutions Express Credit App

Multi-language translation added to eLEND solutions Express Credit App

- February 11, 2026
Foothill Ranch, CA — February 3, 2026 — eLEND Solutions announced today, at NADA 2026, that it is further increasing consumer access to its industry-leading credit application program with the addition of a...
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NADA Show 2026: Pete MacInnis | eLend Solutions

- February 4, 2026
CBT News is delivering exclusive coverage from the NADA Show 2026 in Las Vegas, bringing dealers and industry professionals the latest insights shaping retail automotive. In this on-site conversation, Jim...
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eLEND Solutions launches fintech platform to streamline dealership finance, credit– Pete MacInnis

- December 17, 2025
eLEND Solutions recently released a Finance Report, which was published here on CBT News. The report revealed a significant disconnect between initial payment-term quotes and lenders' decisions, resulting in an...
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MacInnis, missed quotes

How dealers can recover $4.7 billion by aligning payment quotes – Pete MacInnis | eLend Solutions 

- November 20, 2025
Auto dealers could capture a $4.7 billion opportunity by addressing mismatched payment quotes between dealer-submitted credit applications and lender approvals, according to a new analysis by eLend Solutions. Joining us...
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New report uncovers a ~$4.7 billion opportunity for auto dealers if mismatched payment quotes are solved

New report uncovers a ~$4.7 billion opportunity for auto dealers if mismatched payment quotes are solved

- November 4, 2025
Foothill Ranch, Calif., November 4, 2025 – A new report from eLEND Solutions underscores the negative impact that mismatches between initial quoted payment terms from auto dealers, and lender fundable...
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eLEND Solutions, Pete MacInnis

Pete MacInnis of eLEND Solutions reveals 98% quote-to-approval gap

- July 8, 2025
eLend Solutions recently conducted a study of the vehicle purchase process, comparing initial payment terms quotes to auto lender decision data. Pete MacInnis, founder and CEO of eLEND Solutions, joins...
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eLEND Solutions blocked $1B in auto fraud in 2024, flagging 30K+ fake licenses; expands Identity Solutions to protect dealers and consumers.

eLEND Identity Solutions Block $1 Billion in Potential Vehicle Purchase Fraud in 2024

- January 23, 2025
NEW ORLEANS, LA - January 23rd, 2025 – eLEND Solutions today announced at the 2025 NADA Show that it has blocked over one billion dollars in potential vehicle purchase fraud in 2024...
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As car buying and financing evolves, MacInnis tackles the pressing need for dealers to be transparent and accurate in the digital age.

Pete MacInnis introduces ‘Deal Maker’ to bridge the gap between dealers and consumers

- June 10, 2024
In an industry ripe for innovation, auto finance veteran Pete MacInnis, CEO of eLEND Solutions, is leading the charge. As car buying and financing evolves, MacInnis tackles the pressing need...
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The automotive retailing industry must come together and disrupt to improve the auto finance processes—for all stakeholders.

From the fax machine to the future: auto finance disruption’s time is here

- February 29, 2024
Does anyone remember the last time there was major ‘disruption’ in communications between auto finance lenders and auto dealers? If not, let me refresh your memory, back about 20 years...
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