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The Teams Top Tips

By Lance Manins | Driveline | 6 December 2021 | Posted in Buyer Tips & Tricks

The Driveline team have been in the industry for decades and are here to unravel the mysteries around vehicle leasing and finance. We’re committed to doing the very best by our clients because we want you coming back year after year and vehicle after vehicle. Here’s just a few of the teams top tips :

Finance It Smarter.
Would you be better off with a lease or a HP?
Not all finance contracts are created equal and not all clients are the same which means there are many considerations to take into account when working through the advantages and disadvantages of each option. Let us run the numbers so you can then make an informed decision with your trusted advisors.

Lease With Confidence.
The team at Driveline have decades of experience in the industry and we believe we promote the best products available in the market today. We play the long game and go to work for our clients each and every day so that you get the best overall deal. Sounds like a sales pitch but we genuinely believe this and its borne out with the high levels of client retention and repeat business we enjoy.

Set It Up Right From The Start.
We can help structure the lease of standard finance package to deliver maximum business benefits right from the start. If you are unsure what’s best then let us work direct with your accountant or other trusted advisor to get it right from the start !,

Make It Flexible.
SmartLease is the most flexible lease on the market allowing you to upgrade or exit the lease with no Km or refurbishment charges. The last two years proves that it is difficult to predict where, what and how we may be doing business next year or the year after so being able to have flexibility in how we manage our vehicles and not being locked into the traditional fixed term fixed kilometer based contracts is an advantage to your business.

For more info on these tips or for answers to any other questions about leasing and finance, call the Driveline team for a yarn – 0800 275 374. Visit the team online HERE

Find out why SmartLease™ is the smarter way to get into your next vehicle.

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About Lance Manins | Driveline

Lance Manins is Managing Director at Driveline Fleet Ltd and has over 25 years of experience in the vehicle leasing and finance industry. He is often invited to speak at conferences and seminars and is regularly quoted in the media as an industry expert. To discuss your requirements feel free to contact Lance.

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