• by Karl Greenberg , September 13, 2010

Chrysler Group LLC has signed an agreement with U.S. Bank around consumer leases on select 2010 Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep vehicles. 
The company, which has also announced a new roster of consumer incentives, says it is offering lease financing through both Ally Financial and U.S. Bank for Chrysler 300, Chrysler Town & Country, Dodge Charger, Dodge Grand Caravan, Dodge Journey, Dodge Nitro, Jeep Wrangler and Jeep Liberty. The company says Ally Financial is still its preferred lender, and has financed 50% of Chrysler Group retail sales year to date.

Chrysler's Ram truck brand is running a 60-day "Ram Handshake" pledge whereby consumers who buy a Ram truck can drive it for two months without payments and return it if not satisfied. The company is also offering 0% financing for up to 60 months through Ally Financial on some models.

Similarly, Chrysler and Dodge are dangling 0% and consumer cash up to $4,500 for some vehicles. For Chrysler brand vehicles, Chrysler is offering 0% up to 60 months through Ally Financial or up to $3,000.