FCA US dealerships around the country, as well as we at Chrysler Capital, have searched for ways to make the car-buying experience quicker and safer for customers amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Though times have certainly changed in 2020, the need for a reliable vehicle remains, and buyers and lessees still require the proper resources to find the vehicle they want. For Brent, a customer in … Read More
Auto Finance
At Chrysler Capital Blog: The Road Best Traveled, we endeavor to provide easy-to-understand auto finance information and advice.
WHAT IS A DISPOSITION FEE ON A LEASE CONTRACT?
In a previous post on how auto leasing works, one of our “Terms to Know” was Disposition Fee. It was defined as: “Charged by some lessors for the privilege of returning the vehicle and walking away; the cost is spelled out in the lease contract, so you will know up front how much it will be.” Simply put, the disposition fee is charged by the lessor … Read More
How to trade in a car with negative equity
When you owe more than your vehicle is worth but still intend to trade in – and plenty of people do – then planning your next steps will help you to get the most out of the deal.* Learn how you can approach it, below. Rolling over your negative equity In this situation, it’s common for negative equity to be rolled into financing for the … Read More
HOW ARE YOU UTILIZING THIS YEAR’S TAX REFUND?
The deadline for sending in taxes is just around the corner in April. According to IRS.gov, the average refund for 2019 (as of December 2019) was $2,869. If you’re receiving a refund this year, first off, congratulations! Secondly, have you planned what you’re doing with your new earnings? Of course there are plenty of options for how you can use a refund that would be potentially … Read More
Jeep® and Ram brands shine bright in KBB.com Resale Value Awards
For many drivers, a time comes when one decides to trade in their current vehicle to help purchase a new ride. And I think all can agree that the more we receive on our trade-in, the better. One of the industry’s most trusted vehicle valuation and information sources Kelley Blue Book (KBB.com) put together their latest list of vehicles expected to maintain the greatest proportion … Read More
HOW DOES NEGOTIATING IN AUTO LEASING WORK?
When looking into a lease deal on a vehicle, have you wondered if there may be any wiggle room on the final numbers? There’s a common misconception that the auto leasing process is not negotiable. While leasing can be significantly different from traditional financing, when it comes to negotiating, the two are quite similar in certain ways. For example, the price of the vehicle … Read More
Dodge, Jeep® and Ram brands set record sales in 2019
For 2018, FCA US celebrated a record-setting year in sales from their Jeep® and Ram brands. To cap off the decade, more records were set by the two brands as well as the Dodge Charger and Challenger. FCA US closed the fourth quarter and 2019 with a handful of records from Dodge, Jeep and Ram, setting the brands to new sales levels. According to an … Read More
Top Chrysler Capital blog posts of 2019
The year that was. As we put a bow on top of 2019, we take a look back at our top Chrysler Capital blog posts. From test drives and awards to auto financial advice, it was an eventful year in the realm of FCA US. Without further ado, here are the Top 10 blog posts of 2019. 1. CAN YOU RETURN A LEASED CAR EARLY? … Read More
Our favorite Chrysler Capital Test Drives of 2019
How time flies. Throughout 2019, we’ve cruised around town with the latest vehicles from FCA US LLC. From trucks and SUVs to minivans and sports cars, our test drives highlighted the best features the automotive brands had to offer. As we head into the new decade with new adventures on the horizon, we take a look back at a few of our favorite test drive … Read More
HAPPY THANKSGIVING FROM ALL OF US AT CHRYSLER CAPITAL
From our family to yours, we hope your Thanksgiving holiday is filled with joy. During your travels, or between Thanksgiving leftovers, feel free to check back for any of your auto financial needs. We have plenty of categories in our blog that cover vehicle journey. Auto Advice Auto Finance Car Leases Chrysler Capital Test Drives Of course, check in on our Chrysler Capital Offers page … Read More