DALLAS -

RoadLoans.com announced recently that it has been tapped as the preferred online lender by Kelley Blue Book.

And through its collaboration with RoadLoans, Kbb.com offers consumers with all types of credit the ability to obtain auto financing from a single preferred provider. From the Kbb.com site, buyers can use a secure online application powered by RoadLoans.com to receive a financing decision in less than a minute, the companies said.

Buyers may also customize their contracts, and select their APR preference, contract term in months and down payment amount.

RoadLoans.com, which is owned by Santander Consumer USA, also offers customers the opportunity to refinance an existing auto loan, the company said.

“Kelley Blue Book is a legendary entity in the world of auto sales,” said Lana Johnson, senior vice president of originations for Santander Consumer USA. “Being aligned with Kelley Blue Book gives RoadLoans.com the opportunity to assist more consumers and streamline the online purchasing cycle. Customers can research and estimate pricing for the vehicle they want and easily apply for financing, all from the same site.”

Damon Bennett, vice president of business development and partnerships at Kelley Blue Book, added, “Through this relationship with RoadLoans.com, the millions of people who visit kbb.com each month will also have a convenient way to obtain financing information and options for new and used vehicles, regardless of their credit situation. We are always looking to provide our site visitors with information and resources critical to the car-buying process, and this new relationship with RoadLoans.com helps achieve that goal.”