Month: June 2019

See which vehicles best fit your summer vacation needs

We are hitting the peak of summer and vacations continue to ramp up. Of course every vehicle journeying across our highways brings a unique circumstance. For some travelers, it may be as simple as hopping in the car and hitting the open road. For others, it may be getting kids packed and ready and just trying to reach the destination with your sanity intact. Depending … Read More

Chrysler Capital Test Drive: Jeep® Gladiator

The moment arrived. After months of hype and a grand arrival, I finally got my chance to go behind the wheel of the Jeep® Gladiator. My first couple of test drives with the Ram 1500 and Chrysler Pacifica were wonderful experiences as each ride displayed what’s made the two award-winning vehicles so notable among their segments. But as fun as those rides were, the build-up … Read More

How a Simple Interest contract works

If you already have or are looking to apply online for a vehicle purchase, chances are you’ll be given a Simple Interest contract. How does such a contract work and how will it affect your monthly car payments? Our Simple Interest video in our Customer Center can help explain. Essentially, there are three important factors in a Simple Interest contract. PRINCIPAL The Principal refers to … Read More

How does GAP coverage work?

GAP coverage (aka Guaranteed Asset Protection) is optional insurance coverage that pays the difference between what is owed and what a vehicle is worth in the event the automobile is stolen or destroyed. This coverage is included in the terms of a Chrysler Capital lease contract and optional in terms of financing a vehicle purchase. So how does it work? Well, here’s a nightmare scenario … Read More

Dodge Charger gets higher “Octane” in fall 2019

Prepare yourselves. A blackout is upon us. One of the world’s most powerful sedans will put even more pedal to the metal this fall with the release of the limited-edition 2019 Dodge Charger SRT® Hellcat Octane Edition. One of the vehicle’s main attractions will be its “blacked-out” theme both on the interior and exterior.   According to an official FCA US LLC press release, the … Read More

Why preapproved auto financing makes sense

Any time you can take some of the stress out of an otherwise stressful situation, it’s a good thing, right? So why not make your next car- or truck-buying experience more pleasant with preapproved auto financing? What you need   It’s easy to apply online. With Chrysler Capital, all you need is a computer, tablet or smartphone and you can be on your way in … Read More

Check out the “very popular” CarGurus 2019 Best Used Car Award winners

Earlier this month, CarGurus, an online automotive marketplace, awarded the Dodge Charger, Dodge Challenger, Jeep® Wrangler and Jeep Wrangler Unlimited with 2019 Best Used Car Awards. The four FCA US LLC vehicles won for the following vehicle segments: 2011–2018 Dodge Charger – Full-size Sedan 2008–2018 Dodge Challenger – Sports Car 2007–2017 Jeep Wrangler – Small Crossover/SUV 2007–2017 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited – Midsize Crossover/SUV In addition, … Read More