Rob Looker

Rob Looker
Writer and Content Editor
Dallas, Texas

Rob Looker began working in auto finance in 2013 and writes across various industry topics, from financial well-being to car ownership, to help drivers enjoy the right vehicles with the right financing.
He has a background in newspaper journalism having worked for daily print and digital publications before moving into PR and then marketing within financial services.
Rob holds a bachelor’s degree from King’s College London. When not putting words together, he’s often behind the wheel, exploring new places.

Rob Looker

Recent posts by this author

An illustration of a truck carrying coins and dollar bills to denote APR and interest rate values in vehicle financing.
October 28, 2024

Understanding APR vs. interest rate for auto loans

Financing a vehicle purchase offers a convenient and affordable way for many people to get on the road. In return for those benefits, there are some borrowing costs involved and two of the most important are interest rate and annual…

An illustration of car-buying days on a calendar.
October 17, 2024

When is the best time to buy a car?

The best time to buy a car might simply be when you need it most. But if your purchase is not urgent and maximizing savings is your goal, there are some dates on the calendar that it helps to know…

How to calculate the gas cost of a trip
September 27, 2024

How to calculate the gas cost of a trip

It’s easy to jump in the car and just drive, but when you’re taking a road trip or even starting a new commute, a little planning goes a long way. Calculating the gas cost of your trip is a smart…

MyAccount updates let you do more
March 21, 2024

MyAccount updates let you do more

At Santander Consumer USA, we’re driven to enhance the customer experience by offering you more flexibility and greater options. And, in a world of digital access, a key part of this is MyAccount, your personal center for managing your account…

Prioritizing bills and asking for help
October 26, 2023

Prioritizing bills and asking for help

Keeping up with payments is an essential part of managing your money, but it isn’t always easy. A change in circumstances, such as with a job, the arrival of medical bills or a rise in the cost of living, may…