News and tips related to being an automobile driver and owner
Creating a budget is easy. Sticking to it is a whole different story. For any car buyer, it’s critical to understand how much car you can afford and what an estimated monthly payment could look like. To help you figure out what your budget can handle, we at Chrysler Capital created our Finance Calculators. By doing your homework today, you’re building the foundation for buying … Read More
What happens when it comes time to purchase or lease a vehicle for a new driver? Do you run out to get the fanciest, most expensive vehicle on the lot? Probably not. Instead, hopefully, you’ve done research, learned how the auto finance process works and taken into consideration things like your budget and the cost-to-own. Once you’re prepared, it’s time for the exciting part – shopping and test driving. … Read More
An upgrade is on its way. FCA US LLC looks to build upon its in-vehicle technology to bring drivers even more convenience at their fingertips. Deploying during the second half of 2019, the automotive brand plans to launch a new in-vehicle commerce platform, Uconnect® Market. The new platform will provide users the ability to order food, find the nearest gas station or even make dinner … Read More
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
There are few better days to be patriotic than the Fourth of July. Barbeque. Hot dogs. Burgers. Corn on the cob. Wait a minute, I’m just listing off foods, aren’t I? Of course the day goes far beyond what we put on our grill. The Fourth of July provides a day to have fun in the sun, create lasting memories with family and friends and, … Read More
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
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
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
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
I can count my experiences with minivans on one hand. Most of my memories with vans come from carpooling to school when I was a kid. I remember I would get excited for one specific neighbor to pick me and my group up because she had a sleek, state-of-the-art VHS player inside the minivan. As a child in the 90s, this was unbelievable. It was … Read More