GWC Warranty, Southern Auto Finance Announce Partnership
GWC Warranty Corporation (GWC) and Southern Auto Finance Company (SAFC) will offer GWC vehicle service contracts and GAP through SAFC dealers.
WILKES-BARRE, Pa. — GWC Warranty Corporation (GWC) and Southern Auto Finance Company (SAFC) announced a strategic alliance to offer GWC vehicle service contracts and GAP through SAFC dealers.
The partnership, according to GWC officials, will aid in the F&I product providers expansion into 12 additional states in the next 12 months.
“We are excited to partner with Southern Auto Finance,” said Chris Barry, vice president of marketing for GWC. “Through our strategic alliance, SAFC and GWC are well positioned to better serve our dealer partners and provide car buyers with peace of mind."
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