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GrooveCar Direct Announces 4 New Credit Union Partnerships in Q2 2020

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GrooveCar Direct Announces 4 New Credit Union Partnerships in Q2 2020

GrooveCar Direct, the leading auto-buying platform for credit unions, is proud to announce four new partnerships in Q2 2020:

  • Educational & Governmental FCU, based in Hartsdale NY, with assets of $56 million, serving 6,421 members
  • Midcoast FCU, based in Bath ME, with assets of $180 million, serving 15,748 members
  • Ray FCU, based in Kearney AZ, with assets of $9 million, serving 2,157 members
  • Rutgers FCU, based in Piscataway NJ, with assets of $79 million, serving 8,905 members

GrooveCar Direct enables credit unions to easily connect with their auto shopping members and drive new loans through a customizable platform that is easy to implement and completely scalable. Members can browse through the inventories of local dealers, build vehicles within their budget, and apply for financing—all from the comfort and safety of their homes.

Interested in learning more? Click here to schedule a demo with one of our representatives.    

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The Top 15 Most Memorable Movie Cars

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The Top 15 Most Memorable Movie Cars

Whether you own, lease, or simply ride share, cars undoubtedly play a crucial part in our daily lives by getting us where we need to go. With how essential cars are, it is no surprise that cars appear throughout all forms of entertainment, including television shows, music, videogames, books, and movies. While its common to see a car on the big screen at your local movie theater, it is less common that the car becomes one of the most memorable parts of a film. There are many different reasons a car can be the star of the show. The movie could be about the car, meaning the plot revolves around it or that the car is personified through sounds and expressions to covey emotion. Sometimes a movie just features a really cool car. Here are our top 15 most memorable movie cars (in alphabetical order):

A 1932 Ford Coupe from the film American Graffiti.

1. American Graffiti (1973) – 1932 Ford Coupe

(Photo credit: Universal Pictures)

A 1981 DeLorean DMC-12 that was featured in Back to the Future.

2. Back to the Future (1985) – 1981 DeLorean DMC-12

(Photo credit: Universal Pictures)

The Bluesmobile, which is a 1974 Dodge Monaco from The Blues Brothers.

3. The Blues Brothers (1980) – Bluesmobile, 1974 Dodge Monaco

(Photo credit: Universal Pictures)

The Batmobile from the Dark Knight Trilogy of movies.

4. The Dark Knight Trilogy (2005, 2008 & 2012) – Batmobile

(Photo credit: Warner Bros.)

A 1970 Dodge Charger that was seen in the 2001 film The Fast and The Furious.

5. The Fast and the Furious (2001) – 1970 Dodge Charger

(Photo credit: Universal Pictures)

A 1985 Modena GT Spyder California featured in Ferris Bueller's Day Off.

6. Ferris Bueller’s Day Off (1986) – 1985 Modena GT Spyder California

(Photo credit: Paramount Pictures)

The Ectomobile, which is a 1959 Cadillac Miller-Meteor that was featured in Ghostbusters 1 and Ghostbusters 2.

7. Ghostbusters I & II (1984 & 1989) – Ectomobile, 1959 Cadillac Miller-Meteor

(Photo credit: Columbia Pictures)

Greased Lightning, the name of a 1948 Ford De Luxe Convertible that was featured in the 1978 film Grease.

8. Grease (1978) – Greased Lightning, 1948 Ford De Luxe Convertible

(Photo credit: Paramount Pictures)

A 1992 Ford Explorer XLT UN46 that was featured in Jurassic Park.

9. Jurassic Park (1993) – 1992 Ford Explorer XLT UN46

(Photo credit: Universal Pictures)

Herbie, which is a 1963 Volkswagen Beetle Model 117 Deluxe Sunroof Sedan that featured in the 1968 film The Love Bug.

10. The Love Bug (1968) – Herbie, 1963 Volkswagen Beetle Model 117 Deluxe Sunroof Sedan

(Photo credit: Walt Disney Productions)

A 1973 XB GT Ford Falcon from the 1979 movie Mad Max.

11. Mad Max (1979) – 1973 XB GT Ford Falcon

(Photo credit: Kenny Miller Productions)

A 1979 Ford LTD Country Squire that was featured in the 1983 film National Lampoon's Vacation.

12. National Lampoon’s Vacation (1983) – 1979 Ford LTD Country Squire

(Photo credit: Warner Bros.)

A 1977 Pontiac Firebird Trans-Am from the 1977 film Smokey and the Bandit.

13. Smokey and the Bandit (1977) – 1977 Pontiac Trans AM

(Photo credit: Universal Pictures)

A 1976 Lotus Esprit Series 1 from the 1977 movie The Spy Who Loved Me.

14. The Spy Who Loved Me (1977) – 1976 Lotus Esprit Series I

(Photo credit: Eon Productions)

Bumblebee, which is a 2010 Chevrolet Camaro from Transformers: Dark of the Moon.

15. Transformers: Dark of the Moon (2011) – Bumblebee, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro

(Photo credit: Paramount Pictures)

Honorable Mention:

• 2 Fast 2 Furious (2003) – Nissan Skyline R34 GT-R

• Bullitt (1968) – 1968 Mustang GT 390

• Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (1968)

• Dumb and Dumber (1994) – The Shaggin’ Wagon, 1984 Ford Econoline

• Goldfinger (1964) – 1964 Aston martin DB5

• Kill Bill Vol. 1 (2003) – 1997 Chevrolet C-2500 Silverado Fleetside

• Little Miss Sunshine (2006) – 1971 Volkswagen T2 Microbus

• Mad Max: Fury Road (2015) – The Gigahorse

• Scooby-Doo (2002) – Mystery Machine, 1972 Ford E200 Econoline Van

• Thelma & Louise (1991) – 1966 Ford Thunderbird

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A woman wearing a medical facemask in her car during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Top 5 Quarantine Car Maintenance Tips

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A woman wearing a medical facemask in her car during the COVID-19 pandemic.

TOP 5 QUARANTINE CAR MAINTENANCE TIPS

While the world stays at home during the COVID-19 crisis, it is still important that your car gets the care and attention it would normally receive. Lack of use can cause long-term damage, so here are the top five ways to keep your car running at peak performance:

A woman wearing a medical facemask in her car during the COVID-19 pandemic.

1. Go for a Weekly Drive

Although there are not many places to go, a quick drive around the neighborhood is still beneficial to the health of your car. Weekly drives will help keep your battery charged and will prevent rust from building up on your brakes. Going for a ride around the block is also a great way to safely enjoy some time out of your house or apartment.

A fuel nozzle placed in the gas tank of a car.

2. Maintain a Full Tank of Gas

Fill your tank! Now is a great time to fill your tank as prices continue drop. Not only will you save money, but you will also save your tank from accumulating condensation, which can negatively impact the longevity of your engine. Remember, a full tank a gas can turn into a liability if you let it set for too long. Make sure to follow tip number one to prevent your gas from oxidizing and going bad.

2. Maintain a Full Tank of Gas

Fill your tank! Now is a great time to fill your tank as prices continue drop. Not only will you save money, but you will also save your tank from accumulating condensation, which can negatively impact the longevity of your engine. Remember, a full tank a gas can turn into a liability if you let it set for too long. Make sure to follow tip number one to prevent your gas from oxidizing and going bad.

A fuel nozzle placed in the gas tank of a car.

3. Keep Your Maintenance Schedule Intact

Even though you are not putting as many miles on your car, keeping your maintenance schedule intact is a must. Regular oil changes are still recommended since oil will deteriorate if the car is idle for an extended period of time. Please reference your car’s owner’s manual for the recommended time between oil changes.

4. Check Your Tire Pressure

Tire pressure can still fluctuate whether you are driving your car or not. It is necessary to check your tire pressure regularly to ensure tires are properly inflated. A lack driving can cause tires to deflate, which impacts the safety and efficiency of your vehicle.

4. Check Your Tire Pressure

Tire pressure can still fluctuate whether you are driving your car or not. It is necessary to check your tire pressure regularly to ensure tires are properly inflated. A lack driving can cause tires to deflate, which impacts the safety and efficiency of your vehicle.

A man washing his car outside on a sunny day.

5. Wash Your Hands, Wash Your Car

On a nice day, spend some time outside and wash your car. Whether your car is being driven or just parked in the driveway, natural elements can still damage the exterior of the vehicle if not properly treated. Be sure to rid your car of any dirt, pollen and debris that has built up overtime. If your parked car is directly in the sun, consider parking it in the garage or buy a cover to preserve the paint.

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GrooveCar Direct Announces 10 New Credit Union Partnerships in Q1 2020

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GrooveCar Direct Announces 10 New Credit Union Partnerships in Q1 2020

Digital member engagement has become more important than ever. During these unprecedented times, credit unions are quickly adapting to their member’s need to complete more of the car purchase transaction online. This includes online tools to browse inventory, build vehicles within budget, and apply for financing, all from the comfort and safety of their own homes.

GrooveCar Direct, the innovative solution for credit union engagement & auto loan growth with existing members, announces 10 additional partnerships to kick off 2020:

  • Alhambra CU, based in Lafayette LA, with assets of $27 million, serving 4,253 members
  • Awakon FCU, based in Onaway MI, with assets of $114 million, serving 13,024 members
  • Elevate CU, based in Brigham City UT, with assets of $146 million, serving 12,739 members
  • Ferguson FCU, based in Tylertown MS, with assets of $82, serving 9,677 members
  • Loudoun CU, based in Leesburg VA, with assets of $43 million, serving 6,118 members
  • Monmouth FCU, based in Monmouth ME, with assets of $19 million, serving 2,373 members
  • New Cumberland FCU, based in New Cumberland PA, with assets of $157 million, serving 19,159 members
  • Union Pacific Streamliner FCU, based in Omaha NE, with assets of $23 million, serving 2,997 members
  • Universal FCU, based in Huntington WV, with assets of $79 million, serving 6,895 members
  • Western Region FCU, based in Cleveland OH, with assets of $13 million, serving 2,354 members

GrooveCar Direct is the nation’s leading program to enhance member experience and auto loan engagement. Designed exclusively for credit unions of any size, GrooveCar Direct delivers the pivotal ability to reach existing members at any point in their car shopping journey, while providing each credit union partner with consultation services and marketing support.

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