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We’re taking care of our people so they can take care of you

The health and well-being of our colleagues is a top priority for Chrysler Capital during the spread of Coronavirus so we can be there for our customers. We have implemented the Santander US Temporary Emergency Paid Leave Program for COVID-19 Pandemic School and Daycare Closures. The program is designed to address the immediate needs of our colleagues who are affected by widespread school and daycare … 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

Chrysler Capital Test Drive: 2020 Dodge Durango

  After a nice little holiday break, we are back on the road for more Chrysler Capital Test Drives. 2019 brought some fun rides across the FCA US brand and we are looking forward to highlighting more in 2020. We started our next chapter by stepping inside the 2020 Dodge Durango SXT. SPACE FOR DAYS Whether you’re driving a large crowd or hauling a heavy … Read More

Autotrader names 2020 Jeep® Gladiator and Ram 1500 among 10 Best Car Interiors

Beautiful inside and out. Auto publication Autotrader released its 10 Best Car Interiors Under $50,000 list with the 2020 Jeep® Gladiator and Ram 1500 earning top honors. Vehicles were picked by the editors at Autotrader and were rated by comfort, quality of materials and logic of use to help consumers find the top vehicle choices that recognize the importance of quality interior design. Brian Moody, … Read More

The best vehicles for your spring break road trip

It feels like yesterday that we were recapping the best of what happened in 2019. Now we’re already at the point where spring break is just around the corner. The week off varies around the country, but usually March marks the time where students and families get a few days to recharge or have some much needed R&R. It also opens an opportunity to get … 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

2020 Ram 1500 named Luxury Car of the Year by Cars.com

When you think of a luxury vehicle, what kind of car comes to mind? If I were to guess, I would say a truck isn’t at the top of your list. Perhaps that may change with Cars.com naming the 2020 Ram 1500 Laramie Longhorn/Limited as the Luxury Car of the Year. The honor comes on the heels of Ram accomplishing its highest year-end vehicle sales … 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