CINCINNATI — LeaseCompare.com, a provider of online direct-to-consumer auto leasing and financing, launched a program to keep customers in their vehicles if they lose their job.

LeaseCompare.com’s Guaranteed Payment Program covers any new- or used-vehicle model, from any dealer or private party. Customers are automatically enrolled in the program at no additional cost when they finance, lease or refinance a vehicle through www.LeaseCompare.com.

The program pays a customer’s monthly car payment of up to $600 per month for 12 months of coverage. Payments are made directly to the lien holder.

“Consumers who are unsure about their current employment situation are hesitant about buying a new or used car,” said Tarry Shebesta, president of LeaseCompare.com. “Our Guaranteed Payment Program gives them peace of mind knowing they’ll still have their vehicle should they lose their income.”