Subaru to launch captive finance business in U.S., extends Chase partnership through transition

On the Dash: Subaru’s new captive finance company is expected to give retailers more financing flexibility and stronger support for sales and F&I operations. Existing Subaru Motors Finance customers and dealers will continue working with Chase during the multi-year transition, avoiding near-term disruption. The move positions Subaru to strengthen customer retention by managing financing and lease relationships directly. Subaru Corp. and Subaru of America announced plans to establish a captive finance business in the United States on August 5. The company said it aims to start offering retail financing, leasing, and floorplan financing directly to customers and retailers by 2030, designing the initiative to strengthen its long-term business strategy in…

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