HAUPPAUGE, N.Y.—United Nations FCU has partnered with GrooveCar to provide its U.S. members with an online, automotive research and buying program.
The Long Island City, N.Y.-based CU stated that its members looking to purchase or lease cars at local dealerships in the United States now have access to a “host of online products and services,” including real-time data, reports and virtual images to enhance their car buying experience.
“By adding the GrooveCar platform to our website, we’ve made the process of researching and purchasing a new or used car easier for members in the U.S. It’s now a one-stop shop,” said Sarah Klinger, vice president of retail, lending and servicing at UNFCU.
Through the GrooveCar program, UNFCU said it provides its members in the U.S. greater access to:
- Search tools for new and used vehicles available at local U.S. dealerships
- A comparison tool to explore options side-by-side
- Used car reported history via CarFax reports
“We are pleased to provide UNFCU members in the U.S. with the tools and information that can help them find the car that’s right for them,” said Robert O’Hara, vice president of strategic alliances at GrooveCar.
According to Cap Gemini, industry consultants, 97% of car buyers in the U.S. research their purchases online before shopping, and mobile devices are driving this statistic. Industry analysts are also reporting another record year for new car sales in 2016.
“It is no surprise car buying is being propelled by other factors, including replacement demand of older vehicles and the surge of automotive buyers using their mobile devices regularly to shop, like never before,” added O’Hara.