As the number of drivers and average age of vehicles on the road continues to rise, so can auto-related maintenance and fuel costs. The new Synchrony Car Care credit card launched by Synchrony Financial, offers motorists the convenience of one card to pay for comprehensive auto care at thousands of service and parts locations, as well as fuel at gas stations nationwide.
The new Synchrony Car Care card replaces the CarCareONE card, leveraging the existing network that has helped millions of consumers finance automotive aftermarket parts and services for more than three decades. Synchrony says the new program expands utility and enhances benefits, while building on the same core value proposition of special financing for purchases of $199 or more. The program is evolving to meet the needs of drivers for a dedicated payment solution for everyday gas purchases and an expanded acceptance network for both planned and unexpected automotive expenses.
The Synchrony Car Care credit card is issued and serviced by Synchrony Bank. As part of the launch, Synchrony has worked with Discover Global Network, the third largest payments network in the world, to provide greater acceptance within the fuel segment. In addition to acceptance at thousands of merchants in the Synchrony Car Care network, the new card can be used for purchases at gas stations nationwide everywhere Discover is accepted.
“The Synchrony Car Care card is an important financial resource for drivers to maintain or improve their vehicles, and manage their family’s auto spending needs with one convenient payment method,” said Glenn Marino, executive vice president and CEO, Payment Solutions, for Synchrony Financial. “Consumer and merchant input has been vital in enhancing this market-leading program in ways that provide greater value and flexibility to both car owners and service providers.”
“Discover offers innovative solutions that help businesses grow, and we’re excited to be working with Synchrony Financial on expanding acceptance for their new Synchrony Car Care card,” said Diane Offereins, president of Payment Services at Discover.
Nearly 3 million existing cardholders nationwide will be able to use Synchrony Car Care across a broader acceptance network to get gas conveniently, and for all auto-related needs at their preferred service providers and online retailers. From independent auto specialists to full-service chains, businesses in the Synchrony Car Care network span more than 25,000 service and parts locations throughout the United States, including Puerto Rico, and more than 185,000 fuel stations nationwide. An updated mobile app enables users to locate nearby network partners, track expenses, manage their account and access offers via their mobile device.
Detailed information, including a business locator and credit application, is available at mysynchrony.com/carcare.
