Auto Finance

What you will need to know about financing a vehicle purchase

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September 26, 2024

What’s the minimum credit score to get a car loan?

You’ve probably heard that next to buying a home, getting a new or pre-owned vehicle is one of the largest purchases one can make. You may also be aware that factors to get financing in both homes and cars rely…

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July 25, 2024

What is a simple interest contract in auto financing?

Just because auto financing involves simple interest contracts doesn’t mean everyone understands them. Asking the question “What is a simple interest contract?” is not unusual. To help you understand how simple interest contracts work, we’ve produced a short video that…

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June 13, 2024

What is a car title?

A car title is one of the most important documents you’ll sign when you purchase a vehicle. The title is issued by the state where you live. While the information included in the document can vary between states, you’ll generally…

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May 4, 2023

Use auto finance calculators before you buy your next car

Go figure. Before you purchase your next vehicle. The auto finance calculators in the Learning Center at Santander Consumer USA’s website can help you learn just how much car you can afford. While we are in the business of financing…

How long a car should be financed
December 16, 2022

Here’s how long a car should be financed new or used

Steer clear of financial potholes when you buy a car. That might be easier said than done if you already have your eye on a shiny new vehicle. But you could pay a price if you don’t know how long…

Introducing a better way to Drive®
December 14, 2022

Introducing a better way to Drive®

We are excited to announce the launch of Drive®, a new auto financing program of Santander Consumer USA designed to help take the guesswork out of car buying. The Drive program was created to provide you with what you need…