The first multi-brand approved used car programme is launching in the UK with Stellantis, the OEM group created by the merger of PSA and FCA.
Named SPOTiCAR, it allows consumers to buy, from home, approved used cars from the Vauxhall, Peugeot, Citroen and DS Automobiles brands, from a stock listing of more than 12,000 vehicles.
SPOTiCAR will let buyers choose whether to then view a car in person at a retailer and take a test drive, or arrange home delivery.
Retailers with the franchises that are included will have point of sale branding to highlight their involvement in the SPOTiCAR programme.
Nick Richards, Stellantis used vehicle operations director, said: “Stellantis is always looking at new ways to innovate the market, and with the launch of SPOTiCAR we bring our excellent used-approved programmes across our brands into a single platform for customers to use.
“We’ve also optimised the platform so customers can view online, or visit a showroom to finalise the details, giving them the convenience and choice to decide what is best for them.”
Like in most OEM approved used programmes, every SPOTiCAR vehicle is guaranteed by a one-year comprehensive warranty cover, provided by Stellantis brands’ existing warranty providers.
Customers will also receive peace of mind with a one-year roadside assistance cover provided by the RAC.
And should the customer experience a fault that cannot be rectified, a 30-day exchange commitment is provided.
SPOTiCAR launched in France in 2019 and at the time Marc Lechantre, PSA’s used vehicle business unit vice president, said Spoticar is establising PSA as a multi-brand used vehicle operator.
The UK launch comes as European used car retailer Aramis Group, of which Stellantis is a major stakeholder, is set to embark on an IPO to fund future expansion.
Aramis Group owns the Motordepot used car supermarket chain in the UK.