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Allstate Named Darwin Preferred Partner

Darwin Automotive has named Allstate Dealer Services a preferred partner for Darwin’s F&I and digital retailing and service menus.

February 11, 2019
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ISELIN, N.J. — F&I software provider Darwin Automotive announced that Allstate Dealer Services is now a preferred partner for Darwin’s core F&I menu and its digital retailing and service menu. As a preferred partner, Allstate will endorse Darwin to its dealers and agent partners, receiving special national pricing in return.

“Darwin’s technology makes the F&I experience more transparent and helps consumers understand the products and their benefits,” said Thomas Hackett, national sales director for Allstate Dealer Services.” Allstate’s goal is to ensure consumers have the best vehicle protection products, and our partnership with Darwin is a great step towards this goal.”

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“We are thrilled to have Allstate Dealer Services as a preferred partner because they truly understand the importance of an integrated shopping experience,” said Darwin Automotive CEO Phillip Battista. “This partnership enables their dealers to educate customers and sell F&I protection wherever they choose to engage with the dealership, placing them at the front of the digital retailing game. It adds value for their customers while generating profitable income.”

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