Santander Consumer Finance have been making a positive impact on the local community for 15 years. Since 2009, Santander Consumer Finance, in partnership with Splash Projects, has been committed to making a positive impact on the local community. Our annual project, where our volunteers build and improve facilities for various local charities has become a […]
In January 2024, the millionth electric vehicle joined the roads in the UK with 21% more electric vehicles being registered that month compared to the same time in 2023. This growth can be attributed at least in part to the manufacturers commitments to driving electrification, offering consumers a greater range in battery choices. According to […]
We’re catching up with Mel Smyth, one of our Strategic Account Managers, who recently won the title ‘Best Relationship Manager’ at the 2024 Car Finance Awards. Mel delves into her role within Santander Consumer UK, giving insight into position as a Strategic Account Manager, where she works closely alongside our retailer partners. What does your […]
Vik Hill, Chief Executive Officer of Santander Consumer UK, is retiring today (31 May 2024) after more than 20 years leading the automotive finance business. Adam Goldhagen, Chief Operating Officer, will assume Hill’s responsibilities as interim CEO until further notice. Hill joined Lombard Motor Finance in 1982, continued at the re-named First National Motor Finance following Lombard’s […]
Celebrating our people On 15 May 2024, Santander Consumer Finance attended the Credit Strategy Car Finance Awards in Manchester. We were delighted to have been shortlisted for three awards: We’re extremely proud to announce that Mel Smyth, Business Development Manager, successfully won Best Relationship Manager, receiving recognition for her dedication and commitment to excellence. Working […]
MG Motor UK has extended its partnership with Santander Consumer Finance for a further three years. The agreement covers the continued provision of point-of-sale customer finance through the MG Motor Financial Services brand. In addition, it provides wholesale funding lines for MG’s 161-strong dealer network, ensuring a constant supply of new vehicles. Since the partnership […]
Vik Hill, CEO of Santander Consumer Finance UK, has become the latest Silver member to join the Automotive 30% Club – an association of industry leaders aiming to achieve a more balanced gender representation within the automotive industry. The Automotive 30% Club aim to fill at least 30% of key leadership positions in the member’s […]
Santander Consumer Finance are delighted to be celebrating 5 years of partnership with Yamaha Motor UK. Since January 2019, Yamaha Motor Finance has financed more than 27,000 vehicles and lent over £149 million to retail customers. Eric Seymour, Head of Sales Motorcycles, Santander Consumer UK, reflected “We’ve enjoyed an incredibly successful partnership with Yamaha Motor […]
Santander Consumer Finance has been appointed by Fisker, the Californian electric vehicle maker, as its preferred UK finance provider. The partnership will see Santander Consumer Finance support Fisker’s launch and expansion in the UK, following the opening of its first Fisker Lounge at Westfield London. Santander Consumer Finance will provide a choice of finance solutions […]